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2011 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Brakes Problems

Brakes complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2011 Mercedes-Benz C-Class has 7 NHTSA brakes complaints and 0 brakes-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2011 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Airbags
260
Suspension
57
Other
55
Steering
35
Electrical
34
Structure
30
Lights
15
Fuel System
8
Brakes
7
Powertrain
7

7

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 10, 2026

All Brakes Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Oct 16, 2025SERVICE BRAKESCar was Off and parked when brake line failed. Further inspection was able to identify that brake pi...
Aug 29, 2024SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICThe contact owns a 2011 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed ...
Jul 20, 2024SERVICE BRAKESRear brake line rusted through land leaked all the break fluid rendering the vehicle unsafe to drive...
May 21, 2024SERVICE BRAKESThe brake lines have corroded in multiple places causing brake fluid to leak, potentially creating a...
May 13, 2024SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)The contact owns a 2011 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed...
Jan 10, 2012SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICTL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MERCEDES BENZ C300. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ENTERING A PARKING SPA...
Feb 1, 2011SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICBRAKE PEDAL IS NOTCHY OR STICKS DURING THE INITIAL PORTION OF PEDAL TRAVEL. INCONSISTENT BRAKE FEEL ...

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