CarRecallWatchThe 2013 Mercedes-Benz C250 has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 278 complaints with NHTSA, including 14 crashes, 5 fires, 18 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (164 reports).
2013 Mercedes-Benz C250 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.
Emergency call system may send wrong date, time, or location
A software fault in the emergency call system (eCall) can cause the date and time recorded for the system to differ from the actual date and time.
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.
Passenger airbag may explode, sending metal shards into occupants
Certain Mercedes-Benz vehicles have a passenger-side frontal airbag inflator that can rupture when the airbag deploys in a crash.
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.
Loose steering bolt may cause loss of steering
Certain 2013-2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class and GLK-Class vehicles may have a steering coupling connecting bolt that was not tightened enough at the factory.
Airbag May Not Deploy Properly in a Crash
Some control units in these Mercedes-Benz vehicles may have been updated with incorrect software.
Most common 2013 Mercedes-Benz C250 problems
Problem areas named in the 278 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 164 |
| Engine | 46 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 24 |
| Unknown Or Other | 19 |
| Steering | 19 |
| Power Train | 14 |
| Electrical System | 14 |
| Structure | 11 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 |
What owners report
Airbags didnât deploy during accident, vehicle hit on drivers side, greatly impacted, driver seatbelt was on. All recalls were completed. Impact from other vehicle that hit my vehicle had deployed airbags.
Over the past few weeks Ive had instances where the car has power but wont crank, Ive had the SRS light come on the dash but after it starting it goes away.
REAR SUB FRAME RUST NEEDS INSPECTED SUPER CLANKY
ESL emulator is bad. Keeps no crank Steering lock Also sunroof water spouts are not working as they should they do no open to release water.
The vehicle was represented to me as safe to drive, with no major mechanical issues, and that it would pass emissions after only a simple minor fix. After I took possession, the check engine light came on. The car began running rough and showing hesitation. A scan immediately showed a camshaft position sensor fault, cylinder misfire, lean fuel condition, and oxygen sensor/emissions faults. I was also told by a professional shop that the timing chain may be failing. I was then warned that these problems can cause power loss or engine stalling while driving, and that the vehicle in this condition would likely not pass a legal emissions inspection. I was never told about any of these safety or
2013 Mercedes-Benz C250 questions
Does the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C250 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C250: Wrong front passenger airbag may not deploy properly in a crash; Emergency call system may send wrong date, time, or location; Passenger Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments; Passenger airbag may explode, sending metal shards into occupants; Driver Airbag May Deploy Unexpectedly, Raising Injury Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C250?
Based on 278 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (164), Engine (46), Fuel/Propulsion System (24).
How do I check if a recall on my 2013 Mercedes-Benz C250 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.