CarRecallWatchThe 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 350 has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 35 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (27 reports).
2012 Mercedes-Benz C 350 recalls
Wrong front passenger airbag may not deploy properly in a crash
Some Mercedes-Benz vehicles may have had an incorrect front passenger airbag installed during a previous repair.
Passenger Airbag May Not Protect Occupant in Crash
A front passenger airbag that was replaced under an earlier recall may have been the wrong part.
Passenger Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator can rupture because its propellant degrades over time after long exposure to high humidity, heat and temperature swings.
Driver Airbag May Deploy Unexpectedly, Raising Injury Risk
The driver's front airbag may deploy without warning because the steering components may not be properly grounded.
Passenger airbag inflator may rupture, spraying metal fragments
Certain Mercedes-Benz C-Class vehicles from 2008, 2009 and 2012 have a passenger-side front airbag inflator that can rupture in a crash that requires the front airbags to deploy.
Most common 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 350 problems
Problem areas named in the 35 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 27 |
| Engine | 2 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 |
| Suspension | 2 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
What owners report
Brake line corrosion issues, related and reported along with the sub-frame assembly corrosion. After getting the sub-frame repaired XXX, corrosion and deformation of the tie rods and control arms caused vibration and noise at speed, and while cornering. Repaired XXX and vehicle inspection discovered no leaks in the corroded brake lines. After this repair, brake fluid warning light appeared. Very costly repair done at the MB dealership, in [XXX]. This is a common defective issue associated with the corrosion of the subframe, and should be attached to the subframe campaign, and reimbursed by the MFG. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
The contact owns a 2012 Mercedes-Benz C350. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed a strong smell of fuel around the exterior of the vehicle. In addition, the contact stated that while driving the vehicle, the fuel odor was extremely strong, and the contact could not wind the windows down. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was 53,000.
My carâs left side rear subframe is cracked due to corrosion. I started hearing a weird noise a week ago, and my car suddenly veered to the left side when I pressed the brake. I almost crashed my car because the car moved to the left of the yellow line on the road. I searched about this issue on Google and found that many C-Class owners (W204 generation) are experiencing the same issue due to the design flaws/defects by Mercedes-Benz. Now I have to pay up to $10,000 for the repair that is due to a defective part. In other countries like the UK and South Korea, this issue is covered by Mercedes-Benz, but in the United States, it is not covered. The repair is done at ownerâs expense. I fea
The contact owns a 2012 Mercedes-Benz C350. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the sunroof glass shattered and landed on the sunroof cover. There was no impact on the sunroof that could have caused the sunroof to shatter. The contact and his daughter did not sustain any injuries. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000.
1. The (RH) rear suspension forward link attach point on the rear Suspension Cross-Member (Mercedes-Benz P/N: 204-350-01-41), separated from the sub frame due to internal corrosion of the Suspension Cross-Member. Part available for inspection. 2. When part failed, the RH rear wheel alignment was no-longer fixed; some loss of vehicle steering control was experienced, especially during braking and also turning. 3. Numerous reports of similar episodes of this failure are reported in owners' and maintainers' forums. The dealer service department was familiar with this Suspension Cross-Member part failure. 5. This vehicle passed a Maryland State safety inspection performed by the seller of
2012 Mercedes-Benz C 350 questions
Does the 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 350 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 350: Wrong front passenger airbag may not deploy properly in a crash; Passenger Airbag May Not Protect Occupant in Crash; Passenger Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments; Driver Airbag May Deploy Unexpectedly, Raising Injury Risk; Passenger airbag inflator may rupture, spraying metal fragments. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 350?
Based on 35 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (27), Engine (2), Fuel/Propulsion System (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 350 has been fixed?
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