2013 Mercedes-Benz C250 vs 2013 Volkswagen Eos
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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C250 | 2013 Volkswagen Eos |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 277 | 26 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 113 | 979 |
| Investigations | 1 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 25 | 25 |
| Median reported mileage | 62,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz C250 | Volkswagen Eos |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 162 | 19 |
| Engine | 46 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 24 | 0 |
| Steering | 19 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 14 | 4 |
| Power Train | 14 | 1 |
| Structure | 11 | 0 |
| Suspension | 5 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 18 | 0 |
| Stalling | 13 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 10 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 8 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 6 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 0 |
2013 Mercedes-Benz C250
2013 Volkswagen Eos
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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.