Service and repair manuals for 13 model years of the Mercedes-Benz C300, 2008 to 2020. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Mercedes-Benz published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.
Engines across the range: 3.0L V6 — 183 cu in, DOHC · 3.5L V6 — 213 cu in, DOHC · 2.0L I4 — 121 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged.
Federal safety record, all years: 34 recalls, 3,131 owner complaints and 1,006 technical service bulletins are logged for the C300. Refreshed 2026-08-21.
01 / Model yearsChoose your C300 year
| Year | Price | Recalls | Engines | Trims | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $40.99 | — | 2.0L I4 | 4Matic Wagon 4-Door · 4Matic Convertible 2-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door +5 | select |
| 2019 | $40.99 | 4 | 2.0L I4 | 4Matic Wagon 4-Door · Sport Convertible 2-Door · 4Matic Convertible 2-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door +6 | details → |
| 2018 | $40.99 | — | 2.0L I4 | 4Matic Convertible 2-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door · Base Convertible 2-Door +2 | select |
| 2017 | $40.99 | 10 | 2.0L I4 | 4Matic Convertible 2-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door · Base Convertible 2-Door +2 | details → |
| 2016 | $40.99 | 12 | 2.0L I4 | Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 2015 | $40.99 | 7 | 2.0L I4 | Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 2014 | $40.99 | — | 3.5L V6 | 4Matic Sport Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Luxury Sedan 4-Door | select |
| 2013 | $40.99 | — | 3.5L V6 | 4Matic Sport Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Luxury Sedan 4-Door | select |
| 2012 | $40.99 | — | 3.0L V6 | 4Matic Sport Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Luxury Sedan 4-Door | select |
| 2011 | $40.99 | — | 3.0L V6; 3.5L V6 | Elegance Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sport Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door · Sport Sedan 4-Door +2 | select |
| 2010 | $40.99 | 1 | 3.0L V6; 3.5L V6 | Elegance Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sport Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door +4 | details → |
| 2009 | $40.99 | — | 3.0L V6 | 4Matic Sport Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door · Sport Sedan 4-Door +2 | select |
| 2008 | $40.99 | — | 3.0L V6 | 4Matic Sport Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door · Sport Sedan 4-Door +2 | select |
02 / InsideSample pages
From the 2020 C300 manual.
03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers
- Quick Lookups 55
- Engine Performance 840
- Accessories & Equipment 8,223
- General Information 2,462
- Body & Frame 2,327
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 354
- Brakes 767
- Restraints 1,280
- Collision 500
- Steering 480
- Drivelines & Axles 633
- Suspension 836
- Electrical 3,908
- Transmission 501
- Engine Mechanical 966
- Common Specs & Procedures - 205
04 / Other yearsOther C300 years
2020 Mercedes-Benz C300 · $40.99 select →
Engines: 2.0L I4 — 121 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: 4Matic Wagon 4-Door · 4Matic Convertible 2-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door · Sport Sedan 4-Door · Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door · Coupe Coupe 2-Door · 4Matic Coupe 2-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2020 C300.
2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 · $40.99 select →
Engines: 2.0L I4 — 121 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: 4Matic Convertible 2-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door · Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door · 4Matic Coupe 2-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2018 C300.
2014 Mercedes-Benz C300 · $40.99 select →
Engines: 3.5L V6 — 213 cu in, DOHC. Trims: 4Matic Sport Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Luxury Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2014 C300. 120 complaints · 82 TSBs.
2013 Mercedes-Benz C300 · $40.99 select →
Engines: 3.5L V6 — 213 cu in, DOHC. Trims: 4Matic Sport Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Luxury Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2013 C300. 340 complaints · 87 TSBs.
2012 Mercedes-Benz C300 · $40.99 select →
Engines: 3.0L V6 — 183 cu in, DOHC. Trims: 4Matic Sport Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Luxury Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2012 C300. 333 complaints · 87 TSBs.
2011 Mercedes-Benz C300 · $40.99 select →
Engines: 3.0L V6 — 183 cu in, DOHC; 3.5L V6 — 213 cu in, DOHC. Trims: Elegance Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sport Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door · Sport Sedan 4-Door · Luxury Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Luxury Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2011 C300. 584 complaints · 90 TSBs.
2009 Mercedes-Benz C300 · $40.99 select →
Engines: 3.0L V6 — 183 cu in, DOHC. Trims: 4Matic Sport Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door · Sport Sedan 4-Door · Luxury Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Luxury Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2009 C300. 0 complaints · 91 TSBs.
2008 Mercedes-Benz C300 · $40.99 select →
Engines: 3.0L V6 — 183 cu in, DOHC. Trims: 4Matic Sport Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door · Sport Sedan 4-Door · Luxury Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Luxury Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2008 C300. 0 complaints · 103 TSBs.
05 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it
| Option | What you pay | After a year |
|---|---|---|
| eManualStore C300 manual | $40.99 once | Still yours |
| Per-vehicle online subscription | from $29 / year, renewing | Pay again or lose access |
| Library membership services | $33 / month, capped | $396 spent, nothing kept |
| Professional shop databases | $499–$2,388 / year | Renew or lose access |
Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.
FAQQuestions about the C300 manual
Which C300 years does this manual cover?
Every year from 2008 to 2020 — 13 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.
Is this the OEM Mercedes-Benz C300 manual or an aftermarket guide?
The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Mercedes-Benz published for the C300, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.
Does it include C300 wiring diagrams?
Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every C300 manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.
Does the manual cover C300 recalls?
34 recalls are on federal record across the 2008–2020 C300, listed by year below. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind the systems involved; the recall repairs themselves are performed free by Mercedes-Benz dealers.
Why do some C300 years cost more?
Every C300 year is $40.99.
Is this a subscription?
No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.
How do I get the manual after purchase?
It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.
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