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2011 Hyundai Accent vs 2011 Mercedes-Benz C300

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.

Metric2011 Hyundai Accent2011 Mercedes-Benz C300
NHTSA complaints37480
Recall campaigns16
Service bulletins (TSBs)48104
Investigations02
Crash reports315
Fire reports06
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)3020–21
Median reported incident mileage46,275 mi80,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentHyundai AccentMercedes-Benz C300
Air Bags7250
Suspension160
Electrical System943
Structure049
Fuel/propulsion System138
Steering334
Exterior Lighting320
Engine1010

Symptoms owners describe

Rust / corrosion065
Steering problems017
Won’t start011
Stalling09
Check engine light08
Clunking / rattling05
2011 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.