2003 Mercedes-Benz C180 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jun 11, 2021 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other C180 years
Not enough data 2nd of 4 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2003 Mercedes-Benz C180. That ranks 2nd out of 4 C180 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 100%). There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2003 Mercedes-Benz C180 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electrical System1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System1100%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2003 Mercedes-Benz C180 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2003 Mercedes-Benz C180.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

There is an open recall on my brand of Mercedes-Benz but my Vin number isn’t included it’s on the sunroof where it stays open or it could possibly fly off it gets off track or whatever happens well mine will not go down I have to manually open it or manually close it it is a safety issue…

Electrical System · received Jun 11, 2021 · NHTSA complaint 11420613

Other Mercedes-Benz C180 years

2011 C180 →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2013 C18010
2012 C18010
2011 C18030
200310

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2003 Mercedes-Benz C180?

Owners most often report electrical system problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2003 Mercedes-Benz C180?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2003 Mercedes-Benz C180 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other C180 model years, the 2003 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.