CarRecallWatchThe 2014 Mercedes-Benz C250 has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 163 complaints with NHTSA, including 13 crashes, 4 fires, 11 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (97 reports).
2014 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.
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.
Most common 2014 Mercedes-Benz C250 problems
Problem areas named in the 163 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 97 |
| Engine | 22 |
| Steering | 18 |
| Electrical System | 13 |
| Unknown Or Other | 13 |
| Structure | 11 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 10 |
| Service Brakes | 8 |
| Power Train | 7 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 |
What owners report
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 inoperable. This failure created a safety risk because the vehicle could not be moved and left me stranded unexpectedly. If this failure were to occur in an unsafe area or emergency situation, it could place the driver and passengers at risk. After researching the issue, I found numerous reports online from other owners of similar Mercedes-Be
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 vehicle failed to restart. The dealer replaced the battery however, the vehicle failed to start. The contact stated that the dealer then traced the failure to an anti-theft sensor that shut off the vehicle to deter vehicle theft. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 115
my car overheats badly and shakes and it is starting to smoke from the hood in snowy conditions
The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz C-250. The contact stated that the driverâs 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 Number: 19V010000 (Air Bags); however, the VIN was not included in the recall, and the recall referenced the front passengerâs seat air bag. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 111,300.
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 the second time in one year that this has happened to me, I have had the car checked out the first time last year immediately, and even paid to diagnose it, nothing, I had the brakes and rotors replaced last June of 2024 when this happened. Since then the car has only been in the dealership to get the car Fully checked out mutltiple times
2014 Mercedes-Benz C250 questions
Does the 2014 Mercedes-Benz C250 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2014 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; Driver Airbag May Deploy Unexpectedly, Raising Injury Risk; Loose steering bolt may cause loss of steering. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Mercedes-Benz C250?
Based on 163 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (97), Engine (22), Steering (18).
How do I check if a recall on my 2014 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.