2009 Mercedes-Benz C350 steering problems
20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the steering on the 2009 Mercedes-Benz C350 — 31% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Vehicle has lost its ability to be driven. Car alarm has gone of a multitude of times at different hours of day and night. Finally we were told that the steering column needs to be replaced. According to tow truck driver, Auto lock person, this is common from the 300 series of Mercedes Benz…”
filed May 12, 2025
“Total shutdown of complete system…brakes, steering and engine at around 25-to 30 MPH. No warning. Happened two times…once before M-B service and once after service for problem. It checked out OK from dealership months before only to have it happen again. Was lucky to avoid a crash both times. Sold…”
filed Jul 10, 2023
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Steering problems in other C350 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 C350 | 1 | 5% |
| 2008 C350 | 32 | 22% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2009 Mercedes-Benz C350
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.