2016 Mercedes-Benz C300 vs 2016 Nissan Versa
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.
| Metric | 2016 Mercedes-Benz C300 | 2016 Nissan Versa |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 285 | 79 |
| Recall campaigns | 13 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 141 | 139 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 13 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 28 | 29–34 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 42,000 mi | 36,662 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz C300 | Nissan Versa |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 93 | 10 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 57 | 6 |
| Electrical System | 32 | 6 |
| Power Train | 18 | 20 |
| Structure | 26 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 20 |
| Steering | 13 | 7 |
| Service Brakes | 9 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 41 | 0 |
| Stalling | 10 | 9 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 5 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 5 |
2016 Mercedes-Benz C300
2016 Nissan Versa
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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.