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Mercedes Benz C250 Problems

The Mercedes-Benz C250 was a variant of the C-Class sedan featuring a turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, produced primarily from 2012-2015. With 1,792 complaints and no reported deaths, the C250 had some notable issues, particularly with the 2013 model year. The W204 generation C250 offers Mercedes luxury at a lower price point but requires awareness of potential problems.

1,792
Total Complaints
21
Total Recalls
5
Model Years
0
Reported Deaths
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Best Years

These years have the fewest reported problems.

2015 2016

Common Problem Categories

Air Bags 874
Engine 256
Fuel/propulsion System 100
Unknown Or Other 86
Steering 86

Complaints by Model Year

All Model Years

Year ↓ Complaints Recalls Crashes Fires Rating
2016 2 0 0 0 Good
2015 32 4 8 0 Good
2014 438 5 44 18 Average
2013 686 7 42 20 Below Average
2012 634 5 8 4 Below Average

Mercedes Benz C250 Years to Avoid

2013, 2012, 2014

Best Mercedes Benz C250 Years

2016, 2015

Frequently Asked Questions