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2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Sedan, Coupe, Wagon · 14 trims · 1.8 L 4-cylinder, 2.6 L 6-cylinder, 3.2 L 6-cylinder, 5.4 L 8-cylinder 3 recalls

Typical repair costs

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Fuel economy

Trim City Highway Combined
C240 4matic 13.8 10.3 12.2 L/100 km
C240 4matic (Wagon) 13.8 10.3 12.2 L/100 km
C240 FFV 13.5 10.2 12.0 L/100 km
C240 FFV (Wagon) 13.5 10.2 12.0 L/100 km
C320 4matic 13.7 9.9 12.0 L/100 km
C320 FFV 13.3 9.7 11.7 L/100 km

Official: NRCan Fuel Consumption Ratings.

Recalls

Recalls are listed by model and year and may not apply to every vehicle. Check your VIN on the official recall site.

  • Structure Transport Canada 2022740 ·

    On certain vehicles, the sunroof glass may not be properly attached to the sliding roof frame. Over time, the glass can become loose and could separate from the vehicle. Note: Vehicles that were inspected under Transport Canada recalls 2019-668 and 2021-478 also require this ins...

    Official recall page (opens in a new tab)
  • Structure Transport Canada 2021478 ·

    This recall is for certain vehicles inspected under Mercedes-Benz recall 7891003 (Transport Canada recall 2019-668) that require a second inspection. On certain vehicles, the sunroof glass may not be properly attached to the sliding roof frame. Over time, the glass can become loo...

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  • Structure Transport Canada 2019668 ·

    On certain vehicles, the sunroof glass may not be properly attached to the sliding roof frame. Over time, the glass can become loose and could separate from the vehicle. Note: This recall affects 2006 and 2007 models originally equipped with a sunroof. Additionally, some 2001-201...

    Official recall page (opens in a new tab)
Show 2 U.S. recalls

U.S. recalls (NHTSA) with no Transport Canada record. They may not cover vehicles sold in Canada; check your VIN.

  • Electrical system NHTSA (U.S.) 08V303000 ·

    MERCEDES-BENZ IS RECALLING MY 2006-2008 M-CLASS, R-CLASS, MY 2005-2009 SLK-CLASS, MY 2005-2008 C-CLASS, MY 2003-2004 AND 2006-2008 CLK-CLASS, MY 2003-2008 E-CLASS, MY 2004 AND 2008 CL-CLASS, MY 2008 CLS-CLASS, MY 2004 AND 2007-2008 S-CLASS, MY 2003 G-CLASS, AND MY 2003-2004, 2006...

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  • Air bags NHTSA (U.S.) 05V560000 ·

    CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SPORT MODEL STEERING WHEELS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION." IN CERTAIN LOW RISK AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT TESTS CONDUCTED BY NHTSA, USING AN OUT-OF-POSITION UNBEL...

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Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database; U.S. recalls from NHTSA.

Maintenance schedule

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Specs

Body type
Sedan, Coupe, Wagon
Engines
1.8 L 4-cylinder, 2.6 L 6-cylinder, 3.2 L 6-cylinder, 5.4 L 8-cylinder
Fuel
Gas
Transmissions
Automatic 5-spd, Manual 6-spd, Automatic (S5)
Drivetrains
RWD, AWD