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2013 Hyundai Veloster vs 2013 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.

Metric2013 Hyundai Veloster2013 Mercedes-Benz C350
NHTSA complaints42021
Recall campaigns36
Service bulletins (TSBs)16991
Investigations11
Crash reports60
Fire reports330
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)27–3123
Median reported mileage70,750 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentHyundai VelosterMercedes-Benz C350
Engine1701
Electrical System970
Steering581
Power Train352
Air Bags1215
Visibility240
Fuel/propulsion System210
Structure201

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling500
Check engine light350
Clunking / rattling290
Loss of power210
Vibration / shaking170
Electrical failures130
Overheating120
Misfire / rough idle110
2013 Hyundai Veloster
2013 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.