Question 1

Is the Mercedes-Benz C350 reliable?

Accepted Answer

The Mercedes-Benz C350 has 136 total NHTSA complaints across 6 model years. The most reliable years are 2015 (9 complaints), 2014 (15 complaints), 2010 (23 complaints). Years to avoid: 2012 (39 complaints), 2011 (26 complaints).

Question 2

What years of the Mercedes-Benz C350 should I avoid?

Accepted Answer

Avoid the 2012, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C350. The 2012 model has the most complaints (39) with the top issue being AIR BAGS.

Question 3

What is the best year for the Mercedes-Benz C350?

Accepted Answer

The best years for the Mercedes-Benz C350 are 2015 (9 complaints), 2014 (15 complaints), 2010 (23 complaints). These years have the fewest reported issues to NHTSA.

Year	Complaints	Top Issue	Verdict
2015	9	TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MERCEDES-BENZ C350. TH...	Excellent Reliability
2014	15	TAKATA RECALL: MY MERCEDES DEALER CANNOT REPAIR ...	Above Average
2013	24	TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MERCEDES-BENZ C350. TH...	Average
2012	39	HAVE A RECALL NOW IT HAD TO TRADE IT IN FOR A GOOD...	Below Average
2011	26	I RECEIVED EMAILS INFORMING ME THAT THE AIR BAGS I...	Below Average
2010	23	RECALLED PARTS ARE STILL NOT AVAILABLE....	Above Average

Mercedes-Benz C350 — All Years

Mercedes-Benz C350 — NHTSA Complaints by Year

Best Years to Buy

Years to Avoid