2010 Mercedes-Benz C300 vs 2010 Volkswagen CC
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 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz C300 | 2010 Volkswagen CC |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 453 | 242 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 117 | 791 |
| Investigations | 2 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 17 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21 | 21–25 |
| Median reported mileage | 65,650 mi | 79,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz C300 | Volkswagen CC |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 202 | 84 |
| Electrical System | 84 | 26 |
| Steering | 71 | 16 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 26 | 45 |
| Power Train | 15 | 49 |
| Engine | 13 | 46 |
| Exterior Lighting | 48 | 3 |
| Structure | 34 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 36 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 22 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 18 | 9 |
| Stalling | 6 | 37 |
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 11 |
| Overheating | 5 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 18 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 14 |
2010 Mercedes-Benz C300
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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.