2016 BMW 320I vs 2016 Mercedes-Benz C300
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 | 2016 BMW 320I | 2016 Mercedes-Benz C300 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 25 | 285 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 13 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 353 | 141 |
| Investigations | 1 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 27–28 | 28 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 42,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 320I | Mercedes-Benz C300 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 7 | 93 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 57 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 32 |
| Structure | 5 | 26 |
| Power Train | 3 | 18 |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 9 |
| Steering | 1 | 13 |
| Visibility | 0 | 12 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 0 | 41 |
| Stalling | 0 | 10 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 6 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 6 |
2016 BMW 320I
2016 Mercedes-Benz C300
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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.