Is the 2012 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz C350?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 77% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2012 Mercedes-Benz C350 have?

5 recalls on file for this model year.

2012 Mercedes-Benz C350

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2012 Mercedes-Benz C350
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Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 35
Recalls: 5
Investigations: 1
Top problem: Air bags

Complaints per year

2012: 35 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2010	18
2011	26
2012	35
2013	21
2014	13
2015	6
2016	0
2017	1

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Air bags

77% · 27 reports

Show complaint excerpts

Takata recall

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-06

Takata recall - received notification of the email but have not been notified that replacement parts are available.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-02

Takata recall - replacement taking forever

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-02

Suspension

6% · 2 reports

Fuel/propulsion system

6% · 2 reports

Engine

6% · 2 reports

Visibility

3% · 1 report

Most commonly citing sun/moon roof assembly.

Safety timeline

5 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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2018-10-31Air bags17V017000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2012 C300 4Matic, C250, C250 Coupe, C350, C350 Coupe 4Matic, C350 Coupe, C63 AMG, C63 AMG Coupe, E350 Coupe 4Matic, E350 Cabrio, E350 Coupe, E550 Cabrio, E550 Coupe, GLK350 4Matic, GLK350, SLS AMG...

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag modules, free of charge. Owners were sent an interim notification in March 2017.

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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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2020-07-10Air bags20V298000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2012 C250, C250 Coupe, C300, C350, C350 Coupe, C63 AMG, and C63 AMG Coupe vehicles equipped with a front passenger air bag assembly replaced under a prior recall.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag module, free of charge. The recall began July 10, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020060011.

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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

2012 Mercedes-Benz C350 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Air bags: 27 reports on file for this year.
Suspension: 2 reports on file for this year.
Fuel/propulsion system: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 17V627000 · Air bags
Recall 17V017000 · Air bags
Recall 19V010000 · Air bags
Recall 20V298000 · Air bags
Recall 21V638000 · Air bags

FAQ

Is the 2012 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz C350?: The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 77% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2012 Mercedes-Benz C350 have?: 5 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.