2006 Mercedes-Benz C280 vs 2007 Mercedes-Benz C280
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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C280 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C280 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 29 | 56 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 57 | 59 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21 | 22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 69,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz C280 | Mercedes-Benz C280 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 13 | 10 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 16 |
| Power Train | 6 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 5 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 3 |
| Visibility | 2 | 3 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 0 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 7 | 5 |
| Stalling | 0 | 5 |
2006 Mercedes-Benz C280
2007 Mercedes-Benz C280
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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.