2006 Mercedes-Benz C350 vs 2008 Mercedes-Benz C350
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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C350 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C350 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 23 | 144 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 70 | 129 |
| Investigations | 1 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21 | 20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 70,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz C350 | Mercedes-Benz C350 |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 2 | 52 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 53 |
| Steering | 0 | 32 |
| Exterior Lighting | 0 | 31 |
| Engine | 5 | 7 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 9 | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 0 | 19 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 12 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 6 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 6 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 5 |
2006 Mercedes-Benz C350
2008 Mercedes-Benz C350
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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.