2013 Mercedes-Benz C300 Steering Problems
NHTSA lists 26 steering complaints for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C300, 10% of that year's 259 total complaints. One crash and one injury are linked to this area, and a related steering-coupling recall (17V252000) applies. Median mileage at failure was 68,031.
- Steering complaints
- 26
- 10% of 259
- Crashes reported
- 1
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 1
- Median mileage
- 68,031 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical steering symptoms owners report
- Owners report the steering wheel's aluminum trim peeling and cracking, exposing sharp edges that can cut fingers.
- Some describe the steering column locking unexpectedly while driving, cutting off steering control and forcing the vehicle to shut down.
- Several complaints describe the electronic steering lock failing while parked, with a small internal motor burning out and preventing the car from starting again.
- Owners tied to recall 17V627 report an electrostatic discharge risk from a broken steering column module clockspring, which can also trigger unintended airbag deployment.
- One owner reported a ticking noise from the steering wheel that followed a rear-end collision in which the airbag failed to deploy.
When 2013 Mercedes-Benz C300 steering complaints were filed
First complaint Oct 31, 2016, latest Feb 23, 2026.
Steering recalls for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C300
- NHTSA 17V252000Apr 12, 2017Steering168 vehicles
Steering
Mercedes-Benz USA LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2014 C250, C300 4MATIC, GLK250 4MATIC BLUETEC and GLK350 vehicles, 2013 C250 Coupe, C350, C350 4MATIC Coupe, C350 Coupe and C63 AMG Coupe vehicles, and 2013-2015 GLK350 4MATIC vehicles. The steering coupling connecting bolt may have been insufficiently tightened, possibly resulting in a loss of steering.
Risk: A loss of steering can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering coupling connecting bolt, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Steering complaints by C300 model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many steering complaints does the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C300 have?
- NHTSA lists 26 steering-related complaints for the 2013 C300, which is 10% of the 259 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a steering recall for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C300?
- Yes. Recall 17V252000 covers the steering coupling connecting bolt on 2013-2014 C250, C300 4MATIC, GLK250 4MATIC BLUETEC, GLK350, and related Mercedes-Benz models; dealers inspect and tighten the bolt as needed.
- Did the steering problems cause any crashes or injuries?
- NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 1 injury tied to the steering complaint area for the 2013 C300.
- At what mileage do steering problems typically show up?
- The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2013 C300 is 68,031 miles.
- How does the 2013 C300's steering complaint rate compare to other years?
- The 2013 C300 had 26 steering complaints (10% share), lower than the 2010 model's 71 complaints (16% share) but higher than the 2012 model's 8 complaints (3% share).