2008 Mercedes-Benz C350 vs 2009 Mercedes-Benz C350
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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C350 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C350 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 144 | 65 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 129 | 88 |
| Investigations | 3 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20 | 20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 70,000 mi | 60,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz C350 | Mercedes-Benz C350 |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 52 | 25 |
| Electrical System | 53 | 16 |
| Steering | 32 | 20 |
| Exterior Lighting | 31 | 13 |
| Engine | 7 | 5 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 2 |
| Power Train | 2 | 2 |
| Structure | 2 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 19 | 7 |
| Won’t start | 12 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 6 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 5 | 0 |
2008 Mercedes-Benz C350
2009 Mercedes-Benz C350
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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.