2013 Mercedes-Benz C300 structure problems
58 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the structure on the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C300 — 22% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2013 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle felt like it had shifted sideways. The contact stated that it seemed as if the steering wheel and the front driver's seat had shifted. In addition, the contact stated that while…”
filed Aug 17, 2026
“Vehicle Information: Year: 2013 Make: Mercedes-Benz Model: C300 (4MATIC) Approximate Mileage: 126,026 Component: Latches/Locks/Linkages – Interior Door Handle Summary of Issue: On October 10, 2025, the interior driver-side door handle on my 2013 Mercedes-Benz C300 broke, making it impossible to…”
filed Oct 24, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. Cause Under analysis. Remedy To narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • If the noise continues to occur even with the door trim…
LI82.62-P-078631 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 6, 2026
Structure problems in other C300 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 C300 | 26 | 9% |
| 2015 C300 | 59 | 16% |
| 2014 C300 | 9 | 10% |
| 2012 C300 | 54 | 20% |
| 2011 C300 | 49 | 10% |
| 2010 C300 | 34 | 8% |
| 2009 C300 | 27 | 5% |
| 2008 C300 | 9 | 1% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C300
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.