2003 Mercedes-Benz C240 vs 2005 Mercedes-Benz C240
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2003 Mercedes-Benz C240 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C240 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 20 | 30 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 37 | 57 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 73,560 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz C240 | Mercedes-Benz C240 |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 5 | 8 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 8 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 2 |
| Engine | 2 | 2 |
| Structure | 2 | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 3 |
| Tires | 2 | 1 |
| Visibility | 2 | 1 |
2003 Mercedes-Benz C240
2005 Mercedes-Benz C240
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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.