Mercedes Benz C240 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 88 owner complaints and 3 safety recalls on file for the Mercedes Benz C240, across 6 model years (2001–2007). The 2005 model year has the most complaints (30). The most reported problem area overall is air bags.
Mercedes Benz C240 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical C240 year: 2005. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2005 C240: 30 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2003 C240: 20 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2004 C240: 16 complaints, 3 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2007 C240: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2001 C240: 8 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2002 C240: 13 complaints, 3 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Mercedes Benz C240 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 17 | 5 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 14 | 5 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 13 | 3 | 0 |
| Visibility | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 7 | 4 | 1 |
| Engine | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| Seats | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| Structure | 6 | 4 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Power Train | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Suspension | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Interior Lighting | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Other/i Am Not Sure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Mercedes Benz C240 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 C240 | 1 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 2005 C240 | 30 | 3 | — | Air Bags | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2004 C240 | 16 | 3 | — | Unknown or Other | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2003 C240 | 20 | 3 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | More complaints than other years |
| 2002 C240 | 13 | 3 | — | Electrical System | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2001 C240 | 8 | 3 | — | Electronic Stability Control (esc) |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mercedes Benz C240 years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2005 (30) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical C240 year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Mercedes Benz C240?
Air Bags, with 17 complaints across 5 model years.
How many recalls does the Mercedes Benz C240 have?
3 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.