2013 Mercedes-Benz C300 Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 1%of 262 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 93,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the visibility of the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C300, 1% of the 262 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 93,500 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Driving home on northbound I-5 in seattle. Very loud noise like a small explosion. The front part of the panoramic sunroof exploded! There were no over passes or cars nearby. No other apparent damage anywhere. Outside/exterior sunroof looked fine (see photos). It was raining at the time. The sunroof, although shattered, did remain intact, however started leaking. This appears to be a very common problem (do any type of internet search on panoramic sunroof exploding). Please investigate.”
NHTSA complaint #10919684, filed 2016-10, 62,000 miles“The contact owns a 2013 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed during a rainstorm, and rainwater leaked from the sunroof and the front driver’s side window into the cabin of the vehicle. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 125,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11536988, filed 2023-08, 125,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11032875May 19, 2026Complaint There are several types of complaint about noises or poor windshield wiper wiping performance: A: Wiper blades squeaking, chattering, shuddering B: The windshield is…
- 11010494Nov 13, 2024Complaint Rear lamps fogged up/not leaktight. Cause Fogging of the rear lamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. This does not lead to…
- 11009122Oct 23, 2024Complaint Washer fluid system leaks Cause Various possible causes: 1. Washer fluid reservoir itself. 2. Seal on washer fluid pump/washer fluid reservoir. 3. Washer fluid pump…
- 11031594Oct 29, 2020This NCU replaces the prior NCUs issued on May 18, June 25, 2020 and October 1, 2020 and contains important workshop instructions on how the HVAC Service Warranty repair must be…
- 10205265Jul 3, 2013Outside mirror fogged.
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 5% |
| 2021 | 1 | 7% |
| 2020 | 3 | 9% |
| 2019 | 1 | 1% |
| 2018 | 3 | 3% |
| 2017 | 9 | 4% |
| 2016 | 21 | 7% |
| 2015 | 16 | 4% |
| 2014 | 1 | 1% |
| 2013 | 2 | 1% |
| 2012 | 3 | 1% |
| 2011 | 1 | 0% |
| 2010 | 4 | 1% |
| 2008 | 2 | 0% |
Other parts of the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C300
99 complaintsSuspension
67 complaintsBody and structure
58 complaintsSteering
26 complaintsElectrical system
19 complaintsOther or unknown
19 complaintsBrakes
16 complaintsEngine
8 complaintsVehicle speed control
7 complaintsWheels
5 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
4 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C300
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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