How many recalls does the 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class have?

The 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class has 1 NHTSA safety recall campaign on record.

How do I check if my 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA's official recall lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls) to see open, unrepaired recalls for your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free.

What do owners complain about most on the 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?

Of 18 NHTSA complaints on file, the most-reported component is electrical system.

2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class has 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 5,823 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 18 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

SEAT BELTS 07V465000 2007-10-03 5,823 affected

Defect

CERTAIN VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH SOME OF THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION." THE REAR OUTBOARD SEAT BELTS DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE LAP-BELT LOCKABILITY REQUIREMENT WHICH ENABLES THE LAP BELT PORTION OF THE BELT TO BE LOCKED BY THE USER TO FACILITATE THE…

Consequence

UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES, THIS SITUATION MAY CAUSE THE LOCKING MECHANISM NOT TO PERFORM AS REQUIRED BY THE STANDARD FOR USE WITH OLDER NON-LATCH CHILD RESTRAINTS.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE ALL POTENTIALLY AFFECTED SEAT BELTS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 19, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372.

Complaints by component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

TIRES

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

111

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

TIRES:SIDEWALL

Total complaints18

What owners report

Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.

“My rear back tail light wiring panel fried . The light is not working at all and when I called manhattan mercedes dealership they told me there is not an appointment available two weeks from 3/7/2014 then I called the dealership in brooklyn and they told me they did not have any appointments…”

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · reported 2014-03-07

“My rear back tail light wiring panel fried . The light is not working at all and when I called manhattan mercedes dealership they told me there is not an appointment available two weeks from 3/7/2014 then I called the dealership in brooklyn and they told me they did not have any appointments…”

EXTERIOR LIGHTING · reported 2014-03-07

“Started to get the message to check my rear, right turninf signa, fog lamps, brake lights. Checked all the bulbs and they are fine. Put the harness back and realized it was a little hot and when I looked the wire to the far right I think is expose and on the other side it is burnt through the…”

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · reported 2013-12-06

“Started to get the message to check my rear, right turninf signa, fog lamps, brake lights. Checked all the bulbs and they are fine. Put the harness back and realized it was a little hot and when I looked the wire to the far right I think is expose and on the other side it is burnt through the…”

EXTERIOR LIGHTING · reported 2013-12-06

“Tl* the contact owns a 2008 mercedes benz c class. The vehicle was equipped with continental sport tires, tires size 255/35/zr18. The dot number was unavailable. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 mph the tire pressure warning indicator illuminated. The driver pulled over to the…”

TIRES · reported 2013-11-04

“Rear lighting failure (taillight). Failure causing my vehicle lights to very dim and some bulbs are not illuminate at all. Occurs with left taillight (brake light). I see some burning on plastic panel that bulbs goes in. *tr”

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · reported 2013-11-04

“Rear lighting failure (taillight). Failure causing my vehicle lights to very dim and some bulbs are not illuminate at all. Occurs with left taillight (brake light). I see some burning on plastic panel that bulbs goes in. *tr”

EXTERIOR LIGHTING · reported 2013-11-04

“Tl* the contact owns a 2008 mercedes c class. The contact stated that another vehicle crashed into the contact's front end. The vehicle was repaired but one month later, the electrical system failed. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection and they stated that the ignition switch and…”

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · reported 2013-04-20