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

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

How do I check if my 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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?

Of 3 NHTSA complaints on file, the most-reported component is exterior lighting.

2008 Mercedes-Benz C Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2008 Mercedes-Benz C has 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 404 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the exterior lighting. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 08V303000 2008-07-07 404 affected

Defect

MERCEDES-BENZ IS RECALLING MY 2006-2008 M-CLASS, R-CLASS, MY 2005-2009 SLK-CLASS, MY 2005-2008 C-CLASS, MY 2003-2004 AND 2006-2008 CLK-CLASS, MY 2003-2008 E-CLASS, MY 2004 AND 2008 CL-CLASS, MY 2008 CLS-CLASS, MY 2004 AND 2007-2008 S-CLASS, MY 2003 G-CLASS, AND MY 2003-2004, 2006 AND 2009 SL-CLASS VEHICLES. A…

Consequence

IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE ELECTRICAL FUEL PUMP MAY NOT RECEIVE A CRASH SIGNAL THAT IS REQUIRED FOR THE FUEL PUMP TO DISCONNECT AND PREVENT FUTURE FUEL DELIVERY AS DESIGNED.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL RECODE THE SCN FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 30, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372.

Complaints by component

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Total complaints3

What owners report

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

“While driving home from work, a warning msg came up for me to check the left tail and brake lights. I got home and checked the lights on the left side and none of them were working. I had these checked and was going to replace the bulbs. Was told replacing the bulbs was not going to take care of…”

EXTERIOR LIGHTING · reported 2013-11-18

“I have received multiple warning signals indicating that my tail lights and turning lights have failed. I initially thought my bulbs were blown but I thought it was strange that all of them would blow at one time. Upon checking the panel in the trunk I noticed that the wires looked like they were…”

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · reported 2013-06-03

“I have received multiple warning signals indicating that my tail lights and turning lights have failed. I initially thought my bulbs were blown but I thought it was strange that all of them would blow at one time. Upon checking the panel in the trunk I noticed that the wires looked like they were…”

EXTERIOR LIGHTING · reported 2013-06-03