How many transmission & powertrain complaints does the 2010 Mercedes-Benz C300 have?

NHTSA lists 15 transmission & powertrain complaints for the 2010 C300, which is about 3% of the 453 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2010 Mercedes-Benz C300 transmission?

No. The data shows no related recalls filed for the transmission & powertrain area on the 2010 C300.

At what mileage do transmission problems usually appear on the 2010 C300?

The median mileage at failure for transmission & powertrain complaints on the 2010 C300 is 51,000 miles.

What is the most common transmission complaint on the 2010 C300?

Owners most often describe a humming or growling noise from the transfer case that grows louder over time and can lead to transmission replacement.

Did any 2010 C300 transmission complaints involve a crash?

Yes, NHTSA data shows 2 crashes linked to complaints in this transmission & powertrain area, with no fires or injuries reported.

2010 Mercedes-Benz C300 Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 15 transmission & powertrain complaints for the 2010 Mercedes-Benz C300, about 3% of its 453 total complaints. Owners report transfer case and transmission failures around a median 51,000 miles, plus shifter and sudden acceleration issues. No related recalls are on file for this area.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 15; 3% of 453 complaints
All complaints this year: 453
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 51,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

A speed-dependent humming or growling noise develops from underneath the car, often starting faintly and getting louder over time, traced to a failing transfer case.
Some owners describe the transmission failing outright or needing full replacement, with the transfer case bearing cited as the root cause by dealer technicians.
The gear shifter sometimes sticks in park, especially when parked on an incline, requiring repeated tapping and several minutes to release.
A few owners report sudden unintended forward lurching at low speed while parking or stopping, in some cases resulting in a collision.
One owner reported a power steering lock issue that prevented the vehicle from starting, leaving them stranded.

When 2010 Mercedes-Benz C300 transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Dec 18, 2010, latest Oct 26, 2020.

15 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2010 to Oct 2020; peak Dec 2010 (1).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2010 Mercedes-Benz C300

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by C300 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201015 (3%)
201110 (2%)
20125 (2%)
20133 (1%)
20141 (1%)
201520 (5%)
201618 (6%)
201712 (6%)
20182 (2%)
20196 (9%)
20203 (9%)
20211 (7%)
20220 (0%)
20231 (5%)
20241 (9%)
20250 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many transmission & powertrain complaints does the 2010 Mercedes-Benz C300 have?: NHTSA lists 15 transmission & powertrain complaints for the 2010 C300, which is about 3% of the 453 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2010 Mercedes-Benz C300 transmission?: No. The data shows no related recalls filed for the transmission & powertrain area on the 2010 C300.
At what mileage do transmission problems usually appear on the 2010 C300?: The median mileage at failure for transmission & powertrain complaints on the 2010 C300 is 51,000 miles.
What is the most common transmission complaint on the 2010 C300?: Owners most often describe a humming or growling noise from the transfer case that grows louder over time and can lead to transmission replacement.
Did any 2010 C300 transmission complaints involve a crash?: Yes, NHTSA data shows 2 crashes linked to complaints in this transmission & powertrain area, with no fires or injuries reported.