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The 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is associated with 26 official NHTSA owner defect complaints and 9 safety recall campaigns in the federal safety database.

The most frequently reported component area is Electrical System, accounting for 3 reports (12% of total complaints). EPA testing covers 11 certified vehicle configurations spanning 2L 4-Cyl hybrid, 2l 4-cyl, and 3l 6-cyl configurations. Gasoline and hybrid variants deliver 22 to 29 MPG combined. Detailed NHTSA crash-test ratings are not available in the current AutoUtility dataset for this model year. The 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class belongs to the 5th generation (W206) C-Class platform spanning model years 2022–2026.

Platform Architecture: 5th Generation (W206) • Production Span: 2022–2026 • Platform Code: MRA II • Lifecycle Note: Initial Launch (2022–2026)
Official Federal Record Profile
  • • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 26 consumer reports filed
  • • Safety Recall Campaigns: 9 official campaigns
  • • Primary Defect Domain: Electrical System (3 / 12%)
  • • Field Incident Signals: 1 crash / 0 fire / 1 injury reports
  • • NCAP Crash Safety: Not rated by NHTSA
  • • EPA Certified Range: 22–29 MPG across 11 powertrain trims
Directly compiled from official NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI), NHTSA NCAP, and EPA FuelEconomy.gov databases.

What is the fuel economy and range of the 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?

Official EPA laboratory test ratings, electric driving range, and annual energy cost estimates by certified vehicle variant

Variant Engine Drivetrain Transmission City Highway Combined EV Range Est. Annual Fuel Cost
C300 Hybrid 2L 4-Cyl Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic 9-spd 25 MPG 35 MPG 29 MPG — $2,600 / yr
C300 4matic Hybrid 2L 4-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic 9-spd 23 MPG 33 MPG 27 MPG — $2,800 / yr
C300 4matic Coupe 2L 4-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic 9-spd 22 MPG 31 MPG 25 MPG — $3,050 / yr
C300 Coupe 2L 4-Cyl Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic 9-spd 22 MPG 31 MPG 25 MPG — $3,050 / yr
GLC300 2L 4-Cyl Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic 9-spd 22 MPG 27 MPG 24 MPG — $3,150 / yr
GLC300 4matic 2L 4-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic 9-spd 21 MPG 28 MPG 24 MPG — $3,150 / yr
C300 4matic Convertible 2L 4-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic 9-spd 21 MPG 30 MPG 24 MPG — $3,150 / yr
C300 Convertible 2L 4-Cyl Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic 9-spd 21 MPG 28 MPG 24 MPG — $3,150 / yr
GLC300 4matic Coupe 2L 4-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic 9-spd 21 MPG 27 MPG 23 MPG — $3,300 / yr
AMG C43 4matic Coupe 3L 6-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic 9-spd 19 MPG 28 MPG 22 MPG — $3,450 / yr
AMG C43 4matic Convertible 3L 6-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic 9-spd 19 MPG 28 MPG 22 MPG — $3,450 / yr
Data Boundary Note: EPA specifications are shown by certified vehicle configuration. NHTSA complaints and recall totals are recorded at the model-year level across all configurations.

What are the crash test safety ratings for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?

Official 5-Star Safety Ratings evaluated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Tested Drivetrain / Cab Variant Overall Rating Frontal Crash Side Crash Rollover Rating Rollover Risk
4 DR 4WD —
Cabriolet C 4WD —
Coupe 2 DR 4WD —
4 DR RWD —
Cabriolet C RWD —
Coupe 2 DR RWD —
Active Driver Assistance Systems (NHTSA Recorded): Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is documented as No and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as No in official NHTSA records for tested 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class models.
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What defect complaints are reported for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?

Summary of 26 verified consumer defect submissions filed with the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI)

Total Complaints
26
Crash Reports
1
Fire Reports
0
Complaints w/ Injury
1
Total Injuries
1

Top Reported Problem Categories

Ranked by total consumer complaint submissions recorded by NHTSA

Electrical System 3 complaints
Fuel System 3 complaints
Forward Collision Avoidance 2 complaints (1 crash)
Fuel & Propulsion System 2 complaints
Back Over Prevention / Camera 1 complaint

Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.

View all 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class problems & component breakdown (20 categories) →

Are there open safety recalls on the 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?

Manufacturer safety recall campaigns monitored and recorded by NHTSA

NHTSA Campaign #26V481000 Active Recall
Affected Component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LOCK

Defect Summary: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 CLA, 2019-2022 A-Class, 2022-2023 C-Class, 2024 CLE, 2020-2026 GLA/GLB, and 2023-2024 GLC vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific model information. The micro-switch in the driver's door lock may corrode and fail to detect an open door, preventing the electronic parking brake or "Auto-Park" feature from engaging automatically. This may result in a vehicle rollaway.

Free Manufacturer Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver's door lock, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 18, 2026. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning July 31, 2026.
NHTSA Campaign #25V253000 Active Recall
Affected Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT

Defect Summary: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2025 C 300, and 2023-2024 AMG C 43 vehicles. The driver-side seat belt cover may not be properly installed on the seat belt tensioner, which can cause the seat belt anchor to come loose.

Free Manufacturer Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the seat belt covers, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 16, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025040012.
NHTSA Campaign #24V446000 Active Recall
Affected Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS

Defect Summary: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 C 300 vehicles. The bolt securing the electrical wire to the pre-fuse box could be improperly tightened, causing the wire to overheat. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024070005.

Free Manufacturer Remedy: Dealers will inspect and rework the wiring harness, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 2, 2024. Owner may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.
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How many safety recalls does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class have?

The 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is associated with 9 official NHTSA safety recall campaigns in AutoUtility's current federal records.

If your individual vehicle is affected by an open safety recall, NHTSA advises owners to contact an authorized franchised dealership for the recall remedy at no charge. Because recall campaigns apply to specific production runs and equipment batches, vehicle owners should verify their 17-digit VIN at NHTSA.gov.

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Source: NHTSA Safety Recalls Database (49 U.S.C. 30118)

What are the most common problems reported for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?

NHTSA records list 26 consumer defect complaints for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class. The most frequently referenced vehicle system is Electrical System, appearing in 3 filings (12% of submissions).

Consumer complaints represent unverified owner submissions filed under federal reporting guidelines and describe reported component behavior rather than audited failure rates.

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Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI)

Is there an official NHTSA crash safety rating for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?

An official NHTSA 5-Star NCAP crash test rating is not available for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class in AutoUtility's current federal dataset.

NHTSA publishes crash safety evaluations for a selected sample of passenger vehicles each model year. Consult NHTSA.gov for active safety equipment records and vehicle safety bulletins.

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Source: NHTSA NCAP Registry

What fuel economy (MPG) does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class get?

Official EPA laboratory estimates for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class range from 22 to 29 MPG combined (55% city / 45% highway weighted) depending on engine, transmission, and drivetrain configuration.

Using AutoUtility's standardized operating cost model (15,000 miles/year, $3.50/gal gas, $0.16/kWh electricity), annual energy expenditures range across certified configurations based on official EPA laboratory test baselines.

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Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov Certified Database
Official US Government Data Provenance

The specifications, safety ratings, defect reports, and recall campaigns published on this page are retrieved directly from official United States Government agency databases:

  • NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI): Consumer complaints and defect reports.
  • NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP): Frontal, side, and rollover 5-Star crash safety test ratings.
  • U.S. EPA / FuelEconomy.gov: Standardized multi-cycle dynamometer fuel economy, MPGe, and electric driving range ratings.

Local Production Store Compiled: August 2026 • Deterministic Audited Dataset • Zero Dynamic External API Runtime Latency.