2014 Mercedes-benz C-Class C300 Sport 4MATIC
WDDGF8AB2ER303690
Vehicle history report for the 2014 Mercedes-benz C-Class C300 Sport 4MATIC (VIN WDDGF8AB2ER303690). —. 9,231 mi reported. Registered in Oh. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
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Safety recalls None found
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 284 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2014 Mercedes-benz C-Class, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
🔍 Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
🔍 Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
🔍 Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
🔍 Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 284
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2014 Mercedes-benz C-Class.
STEERING
The electronic steering lock (ESL) system on my 2014 Mercedes-Benz C250 failed without warning, leaving the vehicle completely unable to start. When attempting to start the vehicle, the key would insert but the vehicle would not crank or start, and the steering lock malfunction prevented normal operation of the vehicle. The vehicle became stranded and inoper…
NHTSA ODI #11736140ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz C250. The contact stated that the vehicle was difficult to start. Additionally, the steering wheel was difficult to turn to the left or the right. The vehicle was eventually started and driven to a dealer; however, after the vehicle was parked and turned off, the contact attempted to restart the vehicle; however, the veh…
NHTSA ODI #11723624STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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
NHTSA ODI #11719778ENGINE
my car overheats badly and shakes and it is starting to smoke from the hood in snowy conditions
NHTSA ODI #11716648STRUCTURE
The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz C350. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the front driver’s side interior door latch detached. The contact had to reach through the front driver’s side window to open the front driver's side door using the exterior door handle. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle remained at the residence. …
NHTSA ODI #11709762AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz C-250. The contact stated that the driver’s side seat air bag warning light was illuminated. The air bag was visible through the seat and was able to be moved manually. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic but was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Numb…
NHTSA ODI #11700868SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
I was coming off the freeway on 9/25/25, and when I pressed on the breaks they completely locked up and would not break at all. The car turned off, no warning lights nothing, and I continued to hit the break and the car would not stop, then all of a sudden it came to a stop almost colliding within inches of hitting the Semi-Truck in front of me. This is th…
NHTSA ODI #11690125STEERING
The "ESL Module" in this model is designed to unlock the steering and ignition when the vehicle key's passcode matches, using a small, mechanical motor with significantly poor durability. The problem is that this motor's failure is unpredictable, and many users of this model have been stranded and unable to start their vehicles due to the motor's lifespan en…
NHTSA ODI #11688424+ 276 more complaints on record.
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Is the VIN WDDGF8AB2ER303690 valid?
WDDGF8AB2ER303690 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in Germany. It decodes to the 2014 Mercedes-benz C-Class.
Does the 2014 Mercedes-benz C-Class have any open safety recalls?
No open NHTSA safety-recall campaigns were found for the 2014 Mercedes-benz C-Class. CarLogs checks this against official NHTSA data on every lookup.
What is a fair price for a 2014 Mercedes-benz C-Class?
Comparable 2014 Mercedes-benz C-Class listings run roughly $17,800–$29,900, typically around $26,020 (from 316 comparable vehicles). The full report shows this exact VIN's valuation.
Data last checked 20 Sep 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.