2007 Mercedes Benz C280: complaints, problems and recalls
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
56 owner complaints analyzed
4 distinct recall campaigns
61,500 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2007 model year. Data snapshot: . 36 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Fuel/Propulsion System is the most frequently named component, appearing in 16 of 56 complaints (28.6%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel system concerns | 13 | 23.2% |
| Braking behavior | 6 | 10.7% |
| Engine operation | 5 | 8.9% |
| Electrical and battery issues | 3 | 5.4% |
| Transmission and shifting | 1 | 1.8% |
| Steering behavior | 1 | 1.8% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 16 |
| Engine | 10 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 4 |
| Power Train | 4 |
| Unknown Or Other | 4 |
| Air Bags | 3 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
Fuel/Propulsion System: 16; Engine: 10; Fuel System, Gasoline: 5; Engine And Engine Cooling: 4; Power Train: 4; Unknown Or Other: 4; Air Bags: 3; Electrical System: 3
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 4 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 6 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 9 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 8 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 6 |
| 150,000 and above | 3 |
Under 25,000: 4; 25,000 to 49,999: 6; 50,000 to 74,999: 9; 75,000 to 99,999: 8; 100,000 to 149,999: 6; 150,000 and above: 3
50,000 to 74,999 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (9). 20 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 2 |
| 2008 | 1 |
| 2009 | 2 |
| 2010 | 2 |
| 2011 | 2 |
| 2012 | 3 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 2 |
| 2015 | 4 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 3 |
| 2018 | 1 |
| 2019 | 4 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 3 |
| 2022 | 3 |
| 2023 | 2 |
| 2024 | 2 |
| 2025 | 4 |
| 2026 | 1 |
2007: 2; 2008: 1; 2009: 2; 2010: 2; 2011: 2; 2012: 3; 2013: 5; 2014: 2; 2015: 4; 2016: 5; 2017: 3; 2018: 1; 2019: 4; 2020: 5; 2021: 3; 2022: 3; 2023: 2; 2024: 2; 2025: 4; 2026: 1
Pattern summary
Fuel/Propulsion System leads the component reports. Fuel system concerns appears in 13 complaint narratives. Braking behavior appears in 6 complaint narratives. Engine operation appears in 5 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Examples from the source records
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 10196359 · 2007-07-14 (July 14, 2007)
I TOOK DELIVERY OF A NEW 2007 MERCEDES BENZ C280 4MATIC VEHICLE THE 1ST WEEK OF JANUARY,2007 & ON JANUARY 14, 2007 I WAS RETURNING HOME ON A US HIGHWAY IN SEMINOLE COUNTY, OKLAHOMA WHEN I APPROACHED A SMALL (8 INCHES TALL) HOUSE CAT OR POSSUM & WAS UNABLE TO AVOID RUNNING OVER THE ANIMAL. RATHER THAN THE ANIMAL MAKING CONTACT WITH THE "SKID (PROTECTIVE) PLATE" & FALLING TO THE PAVEMENT, THE ANIMAL BUSTED THROUGH THE PLATE & ENTERED INTO THE RADIATOR FAN UNIT DOING EXTENSIVE DAMAGE (APPROXIMATELY $3000). UPON INSPECTION, IT WAS DETERMINED THAT…
Owner-reported narrative. 100 miles reported. Look up ODI 10196359 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10199121 · 2007-08-01 (August 1, 2007)
2007 C280 MERCEDES-BENZ LEASE WITH STALLING PROBLEMS**CC THE CONSUMER STATED 31 DAYS AFTER PURCHASING THE VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING IN THE CAR WITH HER DAUGHTER THE VEHICLE STARTED TO SHAKE VIOLENTLY, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE TEMPERATURE GAUGE STARTED TO INCREASE RAPIDLY. THE CONSUMER CONTACTED THE DEALER WHO INFORMED HER OF THE PROBLEM AND WAS TOLD IT WAS BAD GAS. THE CONSUMER STATED ONCE THE VEHICLE WAS ASSESSED THEY INFORMED HER THAT COIL #4 WAS THE PROBLEM. *TR
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 10199121 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10230952 · 2008-06-13 (June 13, 2008)
UNINTENDED ACCELERATION WHILE BRAKE WAS ENGAGED. *TR
Owner-reported narrative. 13,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 10230952 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10259674 · 2009-02-23 (February 23, 2009)
WHILE DRIVING MY CAR SUDDENLY LOST POWER AND STALLED WITH NO WARNING. THE CAR WAS TAKEN TO THE NEAREST DEALER WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE FUEL SENSOR FAILED DESPITE THE FACT THAT THERE WAS STILL ALMOST ONE QUARTER OF A TANK OF GAS. THE DEALER REPLACED THE FUEL SENSOR. RESEARCH ON THE NHTSA WEBSITE REVEALED THAT THERE WAS A PART 573 DEFECT INFORMATION REPORT FILED BY THE MANUFACTURER AND A MANUFACTURER'S CAMPAIGN IDENTIFICATION NUMBER WAS ISSUED #2008070001. I WAS NEVER NOTIFIED ABOUT THIS PROBLEM BY THE DEALER OR THE MANUFACTURER. THIS COU…
Owner-reported narrative. 28,639 miles reported. Look up ODI 10259674 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10289475 · 2009-10-23 (October 23, 2009)
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 MERCEDES BENZ C280. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT PRIOR WARNINGS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP, AND HE WAS INFORMED THAT THE FAILURE WAS DUE TO AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 19000.
Owner-reported narrative. 19,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 10289475 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10326663 · 2010-04-20 (April 20, 2010)
UNINTENDED ACCELERATION,THREE INSTANCES. *TR
Owner-reported narrative. 10 miles reported. Look up ODI 10326663 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10354940 · 2010-09-10 (September 10, 2010)
2007 MERCEDES BENZ CLASS WAS PARKED FOR 1 HOUR IN PARKING LOT AND IT SPONTANEOUSLY CAUGHT FIRE. DEALERSHIP SAID IT WAS CAUSED BY ABS SYSTEM ENGAGING WHILE PARKED AND NOT DISENGAGING, OR IT STARTED IN HARNESS OR MODULE. *TR
Owner-reported narrative. 61,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 10354940 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10403613 · 2011-05-28 (May 28, 2011)
MY MERCEDES C280 4MATIC, ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AT 62,000 MILES, DIAGNOSED WITH A FAULTY "ENGINE BALANCE SHAFT" WAS TOLD IT WOULD COST AROUND $6,000 TO FIX AND IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THE MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS. PART SHOULD BE RECALLED ! VERY DANGEROUS, AND WAY TOO COMMON TO NOT BE FAULT OF MERCEDES. *TR
Owner-reported narrative. 62,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 10403613 at NHTSA ↗
Recall history
4 distinct campaigns affect this selection. Announcement dates below are different from vehicle model years. A campaign may cover multiple years.
19V918000 · Visibility:Sun/Moon Roof Assembly
Reported: 2019-12-20 (December 20, 2019)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 vehicles. The bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame may deteriorate, possibly resulting in the glass panel detaching from the vehicle. For a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/RMISC-19V918-4126.pdf
Consequence: A detached glass panel can separate from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the glass panel bonding and replace the sliding roof, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 10, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020040011.
NHTSA campaign record ↗21V196000 · Visibility:Sun/Moon Roof Assembly
Reported: 2021-03-19 (March 19, 2021)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2006-2007 C350, C230, C280, CLK350, E320CDI, E350 Wagon, E350, 2006 C55 AMG, CLK500, CLS500, CLS55 AMG, E500 Wagon, E500, E55 AMG, 2007 CLK550, CLS550, CLS63 AMG, E550, E63 AMG, and E63 Wagon AMG vehicles. The bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame may deteriorate, possibly causing the glass panel to detach from the vehicle.
Consequence: A detached glass panel can separate from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the glass panel bonding and replace the sliding roof, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 7, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of recall number 19V-918. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021040012.
NHTSA campaign record ↗22V954000 · Visibility:Sun/Moon Roof Assembly
Reported: 2022-12-23 (December 23, 2022)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, and CLS vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The glass sunroof panel may not be properly secured and may detach.
Consequence: A detached sunroof panel may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the sunroof panel as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall expands NHTSA recall number 19V-918. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 2023010004, 2023010005, and 2023010006.
NHTSA campaign record ↗24V874000 · Visibility:Sun/Moon Roof Assembly
Reported: 2024-11-19 (November 19, 2024)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, and CLS vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The glass sunroof panel may not be properly secured and can detach.
Consequence: A detached sunroof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the sunroof panel as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of previous NHTSA recall number 22V-954. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024120001/2/3.
NHTSA campaign record ↗