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Mercedes-Benz Classe C III (W204) recalls: manufacturer campaigns

2 documented manufacturer recalls: a defect acknowledged by the brand, fixed free of charge at a dealer, even on a used car.

manufacturer campaigns
2
of 5 versions affected
5

This guide has not been translated yet: it is shown in its original French version.

Is your version affected?

Find your engine (fuel type and power on the registration document): each row lists the campaigns that concern it. A recall often covers only a production period: only the vehicle identification number (VIN) settles it.

VersionRecalls
  • 180 KPetrol · 156 hp
  • 180 CDIDiesel · 120 hp
  • 200 CDIDiesel · 136 hp
  • 220 CDIDiesel · 170 hp
  • 320 CDIDiesel · 224 hp

Each campaign in detail

  1. Rappel : direction assistée électrique (soudure)

    Manufacturer recall

    Fiches-auto liste un rappel de janvier 2017 : la direction assistée électrique peut disparaître à tout moment à cause d'une soudure défectueuse, pour les véhicules assemblés entre août 2012 et octobre 2015. Un propriétaire cite aussi un rappel de la colonne de direction en novembre 2014.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Single source so far: to be confirmed.

    Versions
    180 K, 180 CDI, 200 CDI, 220 CDI, 320 CDI
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Rappel : toit ouvrant (panneau de verre mal collé)

    Manufacturer recall

    Fiches-auto liste un rappel de février 2023 : le panneau de verre du toit ouvrant, mal fixé par adhésif, peut se détacher en roulant. Il concerne plusieurs modèles Mercedes produits entre 2000 et 2010 ; à vérifier au numéro de série si la voiture a un toit ouvrant.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Single source so far: to be confirmed.

    Versions
    180 K, 180 CDI, 200 CDI, 220 CDI, 320 CDI
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

Checking that a recall was done

  1. Note the vehicle identification number (VIN): box E of the French registration certificate.
  2. Ask a dealer of the brand whether each campaign was carried out on this VIN: the check and the repair are free.
  3. Ask the seller for the invoice or dealer certificate for each recall.

Where to check online

Recalls of rival models

The same data for the alternatives suggested in the guide.

ModelRecallsKnown faultsReliability
BMW Série 3 V (E90/E91/E92/E93)262.0/5
Audi A4 B8133.5/5
Volkswagen Passat B7052.5/5
Mercedes-Benz Classe A III162.5/5

Recall FAQ

How many recalls has the Mercedes-Benz Classe C III (W204) had?

We have documented 2 manufacturer recalls for the Mercedes-Benz Classe C III (W204): Rappel : direction assistée électrique (soudure) ; Rappel : toit ouvrant (panneau de verre mal collé).

Which versions of the Mercedes-Benz Classe C III (W204) are affected?

Every version in our guides is affected by at least one campaign.

How do I know whether the recalls were done on a used Mercedes-Benz Classe C III (W204)?

Note the vehicle identification number (VIN): box E of the French registration certificate. Ask a dealer of the brand whether each campaign was carried out on this VIN: the check and the repair are free. Ask the seller for the invoice or dealer certificate for each recall.

Do I have to pay for a recall?

No: a manufacturer recall is fixed free of charge by the brand's dealer network, even on a used car bought privately, as long as the campaign is open.

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