2005 Mercedes-Benz C230 vs 2007 Mercedes-Benz C230
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C230 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C230 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 85 | 212 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 64 | 67 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 12 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | 19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 82,926 mi | 75,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz C230 | Mercedes-Benz C230 |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 50 | 52 |
| Power Train | 8 | 51 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 55 |
| Engine | 6 | 29 |
| Electrical System | 12 | 14 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 9 | 7 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 14 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 6 | 24 |
| Stalling | 5 | 10 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 10 |
2005 Mercedes-Benz C230
2007 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.