2006 Mercedes-Benz C230 vs 2007 Mercedes-Benz C230
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C230 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C230 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 116 | 212 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 60 | 66 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–22 | 19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 74,161 mi | 75,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz C230 | Mercedes-Benz C230 |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 28 | 51 |
| Air Bags | 26 | 52 |
| Engine | 30 | 29 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 55 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 23 | 7 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 14 |
| Electrical System | 6 | 14 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 25 | 24 |
| Stalling | 8 | 10 |
| Loss of power | 8 | 10 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 5 | 0 |
| Shifting problems | 5 | 0 |
2006 Mercedes-Benz C230
2007 Mercedes-Benz C230
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.