1998 Mercedes-Benz C230 vs 1999 Mercedes-Benz C230
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1998 Mercedes-Benz C230 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz C230 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 39 | 29 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 13 | 14 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23 | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 122,748 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz C230 | Mercedes-Benz C230 |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 9 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 4 |
| Visibility | 5 | 3 |
| Fuel System, Other | 3 | 4 |
| Structure | 6 | 0 |
| Power Train | 5 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 2 |
| Air Bags | 0 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 6 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 0 |
1998 Mercedes-Benz C230
1999 Mercedes-Benz C230
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.