Is the 2015 Mercedes-Benz C250 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Mercedes-Benz C250?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2015 Mercedes-Benz C250 have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

2015 Mercedes-Benz C250

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2015 Mercedes-Benz C250
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:01:16.393Z

Only 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 12
Recalls: 4
Investigations: 1
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2015: 12 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2012	272
2013	278
2014	163
2015	12
2016	1

Known problem areas

Only 12 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Air bags

8 of 12 total reports mention: air bags.

CRASHINJURY

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While driving my 2015 C250 coupe, I had to brake hard as I was trying to avert stopped heavy traffic. When I slammed on the breaks, the steering wheel, column and entire vehicle locked up. I was unable to turn the wheel entirely.

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-09-09

Also filed under Steering and service brakes

Takata recall NHTSA recall # 17

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-07-13

Steering

2 of 12 total reports mention: steering.

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Tires

1 of 12 total reports mentions: tires.

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Tl* the contact owns a 2015 mercedes benz C250 equipped with continental contact tires, size: 225/45R17 (Na). The contact stated that the front driver side tire was beginning to lose air while driving.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-12-21

Service brakes

1 of 12 total reports mentions: service brakes.

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Forward collision avoidance

1 of 12 total reports mentions: forward collision avoidance.

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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2017-12-06Air bags17V627000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will add sufficient grounding to the steering components, free of charge. The recall began in December 6, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.

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2019-03-29Air bags19V010000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2014 C250, C300 4Matic, C350, C63 AMG, E350 4Matic Coupe, E350 Cabrio, E350 Coupe, SLS AMG Cabrio, SLS AMG Coupe, 2014-2015 C250 Coupe, C350 4Matic Coupe, C350 Coupe, C63 AMG Coupe, GLK 350, GLK250...

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began March 29, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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2019-12-23Communication19V787000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

Remedy: MBUSA has initiated an Over the Air (OTA) remote update. MBUSA will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful OTA or update the communication module software as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2019.

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2021-09-10Air bags21V638000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2016 E400 Coupe, 2012-2015 C250 Coupe, C350 Coupe, C63 AMG Coupe, 2011-2014 E350 Coupe, and 2012-2014 E350 Cabrio vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag on the affected vehicles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 10, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

Buy-smart checklist

2015 Mercedes-Benz C250 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Air bags: 8 reports on file for this year.
Steering: 2 reports on file for this year.
Tires: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 17V627000 · Air bags
Recall 19V010000 · Air bags
Recall 19V787000 · Communication
Recall 21V638000 · Air bags

FAQ

Is the 2015 Mercedes-Benz C250 reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Mercedes-Benz C250?: The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2015 Mercedes-Benz C250 have?: 4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.