MYRModel Year Report

2011 Mercedes-Benz C350

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2011 Mercedes-Benz C350
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:05:19.427Z

Only 26 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 26 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
26

Too few to rank

Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 2011

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2010: 18 complaints 2010 2011: 26 complaints 2011 26 2012: 35 complaints 2012 2013: 21 complaints 2013 2014: 13 complaints 2014 2015: 6 complaints 2015 2016: 0 complaints 2016 2017: 1 complaint 2017
2010: 18 complaints 2010 2011: 26 complaints 2011 26 2012: 35 complaints 2012 2013: 21 complaints 2013 2014: 13 complaints 2014 2015: 6 complaints 2015 2016: 0 complaints 2016 2017: 1 complaint 2017
2010: 18 complaints 2010 2011: 26 complaints 2011 26 2012: 35 complaints 2012 2013: 21 complaints 2013 2014: 13 complaints 2014 2015: 6 complaints 2015 2016: 0 complaints 2016 2017: 1 complaint 2017

2011: 26 complaints

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YearComplaints
201018
201126
201235
201321
201413
20156
20160
20171

Known problem areas

Only 26 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Air bags

16 of 26 total reports mention: air bags.

Show complaint excerpts

Takata recall - mercedes has not replaced the defective air bags

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-10-30

Takata recall. Dealership not assisting with airbag replacement. I

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-10-21

I received emails informing me that the air bags in my vehicle can explode and emit metal fragments. I was informed that they are waiting for replacement parts. It's been almost 2 years now and I am still waiting.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-03-27

Fuel/propulsion system

4 of 26 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

Fuel system, gasoline

1 of 26 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

Electrical system

1 of 26 total reports mentions: electrical system.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

We have the recall and I am sorry I do not have the number where the wiring harness to the tail lamps could melt catching fire causing the rear lamp to go out. Mine has done so.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-13

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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    2014-08-18Exterior lighting14V177000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (Mercedes) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 C300, C300 4Matic, C350, and C63 AMG vehicles manufactured January 26, 2007, through July 13, 2011.

    Remedy: Mercedes will notify owners, and dealers will replace the bulb holders if not previously updated and replace any corroded connectors, free of charge. The recall began on August, 18, 2014. Owners may contact Mercedes at 1-800-367-6372.

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    2016-10-18Air bags16V081000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

    Remedy: MBUSA will their notify owners, and Fiat Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler owners. Dealers for the respective brands will replace the driver's frontal air bag module, free of charge. This recall began November 2016.

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    2018-07-31Air bags16V363000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 C300 Sedan, C300 4matic Sedan, C350 Sedan, C63 AMG Sedan vehicles, 2010-2011 GLK350, GLK350 4-Matic and E350 Coupe vehicles, 2011 SLS AMG, E350 Convertible, E550 Coupe and E550...

    Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag modules, free of charge. Owners were sent an interim notification October 2016. A second notice will be mailed when remedy parts are available.

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

Buy-smart checklist

2011 Mercedes-Benz C350 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Air bags: 16 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel/propulsion system: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 14V177000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 16V081000 · Air bags
  • Recall 16V363000 · Air bags
  • Recall 19V010000 · Air bags
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FAQ

Is the 2011 Mercedes-Benz C350 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz C350?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 62% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2011 Mercedes-Benz C350 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.