Mercedes Benz C300 owners have reported 485 steering related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 12 most common steering problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering (375 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering column (46 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
Experiencing a failed electronic steering lock (esl). Car won’t crank or start even after verifying battery health and key fob. Symptoms point to a failed esl, left stranded Read details...
Car parked,steering column seized. Unable to start ignition or put vehicle in gear Read details...
The electronic steering lock failed while in the parked position. A tiny motor inside has burned up and it now prevents you from starting the vehicle. The dealership will not sell me a replacement to repair on my own and I must take it in to them for repair at a cost of over $1800. 00. Read details...
Power steering failed while driving nearly causing a multi car accident. Read details...
I notices back in 2013- 2014 a recall was sent out because the power steering pump was leaking in the 2010 Mercedes Benz c-class 300. On 07/01/2020 thats when I notices my 2010 Mercedes Benz c-class was losing power steering fluid. I notified the mercedes dealership and they pulled up my VIN number. Read details...