2014 Hyundai Genesis vs 2014 Mercedes-Benz C250
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 | 2014 Hyundai Genesis | 2014 Mercedes-Benz C250 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 22 | 163 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 47 | 108 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 13 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–22 | 25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 50,200 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Genesis | Mercedes-Benz C250 |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 2 | 93 |
| Engine | 6 | 22 |
| Steering | 0 | 18 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 13 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 10 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 8 |
| Structure | 0 | 11 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 0 | 10 |
| Stalling | 0 | 8 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 5 |
2014 Hyundai Genesis
2014 Mercedes-Benz C250
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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.