Coupe, gasoline, built in Germany. Owner complaints on file from Dec 21, 2015 to Nov 6, 2022.
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
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| Campaign | Filed | Subject | Component | Vehicles | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21V-638 | Aug 13, 2021 | Incorrect front passenger air bag may have been installed during a prior repair | Airbags | 205 | Part replacement |
| 19V-787 | Nov 1, 2019 | For a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/RMISC-19V787-4620.pdf | Communication | 24,226 | Software update |
| 19V-010 | Jan 9, 2019 | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2014 C250, C300 4Matic, C350, C63 AMG, E350 4Matic Coupe, E350 Cabrio, E350 Coupe, SLS AMG… | Airbags | 288,779 | Part replacement |
| 17V-627 | Oct 6, 2017 | Driver's air bag may unexpectedly deploy due to insufficient grounding of the steering components if an electrostatic discharge occurs and the air… | Airbags | 495,290 | Not stated |
The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
12 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.
Hit brakes and lost control of car, but no collision or injuries. Took it directly to Mechanic, who showed me rear subframe on driver's side rusted, corroded, broken (other side was clean). I was told this is a manufacturing defect, and was very expensive to repair, he did not want give estimate, said take it to Mercedes. Called dealer, left message, but have not been contacted yet by dealer or by MBUSA.
NHTSA complaint 11492516The contact owns a 2015 Mercedes-Benz C250. The contact stated that the vehicle would suddenly stall while driving at various speeds. The contact would have to place the vehicle in park, turn the vehicle off then on again to regain proper function. The vehicle's collision prevention assist plus inoperative warning was illuminated. The contact stated that there were other unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact called the dealer who confirmed the VIN was not included in a recall. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 75,000.
NHTSA complaint 11478583The contact owns a 2015 Mercedes Benz C250. The contact had initially received a recall notice for NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V010000 (AIRBAGS). The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer and had the recall serviced. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, another vehicle made a left turn and hit his vehicle in the middle of an intersection. The contact stated that the air bags did not deploy upon impact. The authorities were called to the scene and a police report was filed. No medical attention was rendered at the scene of the accident. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it remained in their possession. The contact sought medical attention later that day at a local hospital where he was treated for a strain to his left neck and left leg. The dealer nor the manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.
NHTSA complaint 11436009WHILE DRIVING MY 2015 C250 COUPE, I HAD TO BRAKE HARD AS I WAS TRYING TO AVERT STOPPED HEAVY TRAFFIC. WHEN I SLAMMED ON THE BREAKS, THE STEERING WHEEL, COLUMN AND ENTIRE VEHICLE LOCKED UP. I WAS UNABLE TO TURN THE WHEEL ENTIRELY. AS A RESULT, MY VEHICLE SLIDE INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE FROM BEHIND. BECAUSE BOTH THE STEERING AND BRAKES LOCKING, I WAS UNABLE TO MANEUVER THE VEHICLE TO AVOID THE STOPPED TRAFFIC. THE AIRBAGS ALSO DID NOT DEPLOY AS THEY SHOULD HAVE.
NHTSA complaint 11353979TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MERCEDES-BENZ C250C. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V010000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MERCEDES-BENZ OF WEST CHESTER (5897 MUHLHAUSER RD, WEST CHESTER TOWNSHIP, OH 45069) WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
NHTSA complaint 11327017TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MERCEDES-BENZ C250. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V010000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER HAD EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT MERCEDES-BENZ OF POMPANO SERVICE CENTER (LOCATED AT 350 W COPANS RD A, POMPANO BEACH, FL 33064) EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER HAD NOT BEEN MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE REPAIR. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
NHTSA complaint 11302333AREA UNDER STEERING COLUMN IS EXPOSED REVEALING ELECTRICAL WIRING WHICH APPEARS TO BE CONNECTED TO THE ENGINE OR SOMETHING UNDER THE HOOD. I WAS TOLD THAT'S THE WAY VEHICLE WAS MADE, NO PART OR OPTION TO COVER EXPOSED AREA. IT IS UNSAFE BECAUSE AS I AM DRIVING ON HIGHWAY, CITY STREETS, ETC., MY KNEES TOUCH THE AREA AND MAY JARR SOMETHING LOSE.
NHTSA complaint 11230581MY CAR RECEIVED THE CALL MESSAGE OF POTENTIAL AIRBAG HAZARD IN JANUARY, WHICH WOULD LEAD TO DEATH IF THE AIRBAG POPPED UP. HOWEVER, I HAVE NOT BEEN REPLACED IN BANZ STORE FOR FOUR MONTHSIF THERE IS A SUDDEN ACCIDENT, THE AIRBAG WILL POP UP AND KILL PEOPLE. I WOULD LIKE TO COMPLAIN ABOUT SUCH A SERVICE. A DELAY OF ONE DAY IS VERY LIKELY TO CAUSE AN ACCIDENT
NHTSA complaint 11194484TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MERCEDES-BENZ C250. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V627000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT CALLED MERCEDES-BENZ OF ANNAPOLIS AT 888-261-7620 (324 6TH ST, ANNAPOLIS, MD 21403) AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE AND WAS NOT ABLE TO CONFIRM WHEN THE PARTS WERE TO BECOME AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
NHTSA complaint 11098469TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MERCEDES-BENZ C250. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V627000 (AIR BAGS). THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE LOCAL DEALER (MERCEDES-BENZ MANHATTAN, 770 11TH AVENUE, NEW YORK, NY, 10019) WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE AND WAS NOT ABLE TO CONFIRM WHEN THE PARTS WERE TO BECOME AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE. *TT
NHTSA complaint 11054268TAKATA RECALL NHTSA RECALL # 17
NHTSA complaint 11005179TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MERCEDES BENZ C250 EQUIPPED WITH CONTINENTAL CONTACT TIRES, SIZE: 225/45R17 (NA). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE TIRE WAS BEGINNING TO LOSE AIR WHILE DRIVING. A COMPRESSOR WAS USED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TIRE BEGAN TO FLATTEN AFTER DRIVING LONG LENGTHS OF TIME AND REDUCED IN SIZE APPROXIMATELY THREE TO FIVE POUNDS PER DAY. THE CONTACT TOOK THE TIRE TO THE WARRANTY CENTER, THE DEALER, AND THE TIRE MANUFACTURER, BUT NO FAILURES WERE FOUND WITH THE TIRE. THE DOT NUMBER WAS UNKNOWN. THE APPROXIMATE VEHICLE AND TIRE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 14,015.
NHTSA complaint 10811410Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.