2013 Mercedes-Benz C204.9 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 20, 2020 · 5 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other C204.9 years
Not enough data 2nd of 4 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C204.9. That ranks 2nd out of 4 C204.9 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (2 complaints, 40%), typically at around 32,659 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2013 Mercedes-Benz C204.9 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Air Bags2 · ~32,659 mi
Engine2 · ~96,500 mi
Electrical System1 · ~32,659 mi
Electronic Stability Control (esc)1 · ~32,659 mi
Fuel/propulsion System1 · ~60,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Air Bags240%32,659——
Engine240%96,500——
Electrical System120%32,659——
Electronic Stability Control (esc)120%32,659——
Fuel/propulsion System120%60,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2013 Mercedes-Benz C204.9 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C204.9.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

My mechanic told me that my 2013 mercedes c250 has a timing chain/camshaft adjuster sprocket problem and that it happens a lot on these cars. I found hundreds of other people online with the same problem. It starts usually as soon as the warranty ends. The cost to fix it at the dealership is $5600…

Engine · received Oct 20, 2020 · NHTSA complaint 11365443

I have only owned the car for 4 months & the airbag light turned on. The dealership i purchased my vehicle at refuses to look at it unless i pay them first.

Air Bags · received Sep 26, 2020 · NHTSA complaint 11361240

Numerous complaints about sputtering or shuddering when starting my car along with grayish blue/black smoke from exhaust. I also have had cases of driving on the highway and then it hesitates, which puts my family and i in danger . Dealership claims they could not find root cause and they stated it…

Engine · received Jul 7, 2020 · NHTSA complaint 11338014

Check engine light code p0002. Accelerating in any form from the street or especially the highway merging on, there is a superior loss of power/acceleration. Very dangerous as you are a hazard coming into the highway and do not have adequate acceleration when on ramps are a very short distance. I…

Fuel/propulsion System · received Apr 18, 2020 · NHTSA complaint 11321521

Vehicle was stolen in florida i purchased it after being fixed and they stated that there where electrical issues after starting the vehicle and lights pertaining to airbags would flash. Afraid bags would go off while driving and cause accident.

Air Bags · received Apr 1, 2020 · NHTSA complaint 11319960

Other Mercedes-Benz C204.9 years

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YearComplaintsRecalls
2014 C204.980
201350
2012 C204.930
2011 C204.920

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C204.9?

Owners most often report air bags, engine, electrical system problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C204.9?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C204.9 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other C204.9 model years, the 2013 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.