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2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class: problems, recalls and what it’s worth

A lot of owner complaints, 34% about engine & cooling.

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Known problems on the 2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

No generation-wide weak spot is flagged in GarageIntel’s research for this year and model. A specific car can still have its own problems, so get it inspected.

2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class recalls

NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class.

2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class safety investigations and free repairs

No open safety investigations.

No warranty extensions listed.

Source: NHTSA, Sep 24, 2026.

2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class safety and fuel

5 of 5 starsNHTSA overall crash rating (2 of 6 versions rated)

From NHTSA’s crash tests and the EPA’s fueleconomy.gov.

What owners complain about

253 complaints filed with NHTSA for this year and model, which is a lot.

Engine & cooling34%
Electrical14%
Fuel system14%
Body structure10%
Seat belts10%

Share of complaints that mention each area. One complaint can mention several.

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