Mercedes-Benz C450 Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 6, 2026 · 19 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 19 owner complaints and 5 safety recalls on file for the Mercedes-Benz C450, across 2 model years (2016–2017). The 2016 model year has the most complaints (16). The most reported problem area overall is wheels.

Peak: 2016, with 16 complaints
2016: 162016162017: 320173

n = 19 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Mercedes-Benz C450 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No C450 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2016 C450: 16 complaints, 5 recalls
  2. 2017 C450: 3 complaints, 1 recall

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 C450 problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Wheels620
Electrical System410
Structure410
Steering210
Power Train110
Visibility110
Visibility/wiper110

All Mercedes-Benz C450 model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2017 C45031—Unknown or Other
2016 C450165—Unknown or Other

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Frequently asked questions

Which Mercedes-Benz C450 years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2016 (16), 2017 (3). 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 C450?

Wheels, with 6 complaints across 2 model years.

How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz C450 have?

5 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.