What years was the Mercedes-Benz C-Class made?

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class has been produced from 1994 to present.

How do I check for Mercedes-Benz C-Class recalls?

Enter your Mercedes-Benz C-Class VIN above. Our free tool checks the NHTSA database for any open safety recalls specific to your vehicle.

What does a Mercedes-Benz C-Class VIN tell me?

A Mercedes-Benz C-Class VIN reveals the exact trim level, engine size, manufacturing plant, safety features, and model year. Our decoder extracts all this data instantly.

1994–2026 Model Years

Mercedes-Benz C-Class VIN Check & Specs

Name: Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Brand: Mercedes-Benz

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About the Mercedes-Benz C-Class

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a popular sedan that has been in production since 1994 and continues to be manufactured today.

Before buying a used C-Class, it's critical to check the VIN for open safety recalls, accident history, and manufacturing defects. Our free decoder pulls data directly from NHTSA to give you peace of mind.

1994

First Year

Present

Still Made

Model Years

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2026 2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 1994

Common Mercedes-Benz C-Class Issues

Based on NHTSA complaints and recall data, here are areas to watch when buying a used C-Class:

Safety Recalls

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Transmission

Shifting & reliability

Electrical

Sensors & wiring issues

Engine

Oil consumption & timing

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