Is the 2014 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 2014 Mercedes-Benz C350?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 62% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2014 Mercedes-Benz C350 have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

2014 Mercedes-Benz C350

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2014 Mercedes-Benz C350
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:07:31.530Z

Only 13 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 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 13
Recalls: 4
Investigations: 1
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2014: 13 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

Only 13 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Air bags

8 of 13 total reports mention: air bags.

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The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz C350. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the air bag and the driverâs side air bag malfunction service required warning light illuminated. A dealer was contacted.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-08-28

Steering wheel spring grounding problem can accidentally deploy airbag. Recalled in oct 2017 but I'm told parts will not be available until May 2018. This is an unreasonably long time.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-26

Takata recall: my mercedes dealer cannot repair or replace the air bag, causing me to continue to drive an unsafe vehicle and risk personal injury or death.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-07

Structure

2 of 13 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing interior and body.

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1. the component that failed was the front stationary sunroof panel, and what failed on it was the adhesive which leads to it leaking water, and the potential of even falling off while driving 2.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-05-30

Vehicle speed control

1 of 13 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

CRASHINJURY

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2014 Mercedes Benz C350. Consumer writes in regards to defective acceleration system. *ld the consumer stated the cruise control malfunctioned causing a 4 car collision.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-04-23

Steering

1 of 13 total reports mentions: steering.

Service brakes

1 of 13 total reports mentions: service brakes.

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

2014 Mercedes-Benz C350 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Air bags: 8 reports on file for this year.
Structure: 2 reports on file for this year.
Vehicle speed control: 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 2014 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 2014 Mercedes-Benz C350?: The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 62% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2014 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.