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 C350Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 13 owner complaints about the 2014 Mercedes-Benz C350, most often about the air bags. It is covered by 4 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 January 8, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2014 Mercedes-Benz C350 has problems
13 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
8Air bags
2Structure
1Power train
1Steering
1Vehicle speed control1 crash/fire/injury
1Service brakes
1Electrical system
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 8 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2014 Mercedes-Benz C350 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.
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.
Best & worst years
2014 vs. every other C350 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 C350 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 C350, and the recalls they led to.
- Desiccated Air Bag Inflator RuptureOpen
In owners' words
What C350 owners report
Recent air bags complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz C350. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the air bag and the driver’s side air bag malfunction service required warning light illuminated. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was determined that the air…
I WAS NOTIFIED IN FEBRUARY 2019 THAT CAR NEEDED THE AIR BAGS REPLACED! HERE A YEAR AND A HALF LATER THEY STILL DON'T HAVE THE PARTS! I THINK THEY ARE LIEING TO ME!
I HAVE AN OPEN RECALL FOR MY AIRBAGS SINCE JANUARY OF 2019. I AM SHIPPING MY VEHICLE THROUGH THE MILITARY IN 2 MONTHS BUT AM FILLING THE PAPERWORK OUT NOW AND ONE OF THE CRITERIA IS THAT THE CAR CANNOT HAVE ANY OPEN RECALLS. WHEN I DID RESEARCH ON THE RECALL IT IS STILL OPEN AND UNABLE TO BE FIXED…
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