repaired · 2023 Q2
Air bags: frontal
Risk. An incorrect air bag may not function properly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
2014 Mercedes-Benz C250Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 164 owner complaints about the 2014 Mercedes-Benz C250, most often about the air bags. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 21V-638 the manufacturer reports only 46% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 30, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2014 Mercedes-Benz C250 has problems
164 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
94Air bags12 crash/fire/injury
22Engine2 crash/fire/injury
18Steering2 crash/fire/injury
13Electrical system3 crash/fire/injury
11Structure
10Fuel/propulsion system
8Service brakes
7Power train
5Vehicle speed control
1811 other systems3 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 94 | 12 |
| Engine | 22 | 2 |
| Steering | 18 | 2 |
| Electrical system | 13 | 3 |
| Structure | 11 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 10 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 8 | 3 |
| Power train | 7 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 5 | 1 |
| 11 other systems | 18 | 3 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
5 recalls
2014 Mercedes-Benz C250 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2021 Q1
Communication
Risk. An inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Passenger side: inflator module
Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the passenger or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
repaired · 2019 Q4
Air bags: frontal
Risk. If the driver air bag inadvertently deploys, it can increase the risk of injury and a crash.
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repaired · 2018 Q3
Steering
Risk. A loss of steering can increase the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Mercedes-Benz.
Mileage at failure
When do air bags problems start?
41kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 23 air bags complaints. 96% were reported before 100,000 miles.
Only 40% of complaints for this model year include a mileage.
6under 30k miles22under 100k miles1100k miles or more
Best & worst years
2014 vs. every other C250 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the C250 median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2014 Mercedes-Benz C250, and the recalls they led to.
- Desiccated Air Bag Inflator RuptureOpen
In owners' words
What C250 owners report
Recent air bags complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I was in an accident. I had a seabelt on I ran into a concrete couple, concrete Poles and a utility box\n The airbags did not come out. When I put the key back in the car, it said airbag, malfunction
The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz C-250. The contact stated that the driver’s side seat air bag warning light was illuminated. The air bag was visible through the seat and was able to be moved manually. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic but was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not…
The contact owned a 2014 Mercedes-Benz C250. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V010000 (Air Bags) and requested to be removed from the recall distribution list. The manufacturer was contacted regarding the issue. The local dealer was not notified.
Own a 2014 C250?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.