2013 Mercedes-Benz C204.9 Problems
- Complaints
- 5filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 68,000miles, 4 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 / 5stars overall, 2 rated versions
- EPA fuel economy
- —not in EPA data
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C204.9 (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C204.9. The part named most often is air bags, with 2 complaints (40% of the total), followed by engine (2) and electrical system (1). 4 of the complaints include a mileage, and 25% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 68,000 miles. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 18 technical service bulletins for this model year. Engine complaints overlap with 1 technical service bulletin filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Air bags2 40%
- Engine2 40%
- Electrical system1 20%
- Fuel system1 20%
Example complaints
Air bags: “Vehicle was stolen in florida I purchased it after being fixed and they stated that there where electrical issues after starting the vehicle and lights pertaining to airbags would flash. Afraid bags would go off while driving and cause accident.”
NHTSA complaint #11319960, filed 2020-04, 32,659 milesEngine: “My mechanic told me that my 2013 mercedes c250 has a timing chain/camshaft adjuster sprocket problem and that it happens a lot on these cars. I found hundreds of other people online with the same problem. It starts usually as soon as the warranty ends. The cost to fix it at the dealership is $5600. It is potentially dangerous as your engine will eventually get damaged while you are driving and cause a terrible accident.”
NHTSA complaint #11365443, filed 2020-10, 117,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
25% of the 4 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 60,000 and 76,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C204.9. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C-Class · sedan AWD | ★★★★★ | 4 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 10.5% risk |
| C-Class · sedan RWD | ★★★★★ | 4 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 10.5% risk |
Driver aids listed by NHTSA for the 2013 model year: forward collision warning optional, lane departure warning optional, automatic emergency braking not available.
Neighbouring years: 2014: same overall rating. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C204.9 in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 18 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 10176670May 21, 2020Equipment. To enhance the satisfaction of our customers, avoid further costs of litigation and return focus to its core businesses, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has entered into a settlement regarding claims…
- 10151959Jul 23, 2018Seat belts. Seat belt extender toothed rack sluggish or makes noises
- 10144289Jun 20, 2018Tires, Electrical system. "Tire pressure loss detection system inoperative" message in instrument cluster in yellow.
- 10158329Oct 9, 2017Engine. Oil in engine wiring harness
- 10135757Jan 12, 2017Steering. Red display message in instrument cluster "Power Steering Malfunction - See Owner's Manual" immediately after engine start
- 10135734Jan 9, 2017Steering. AMG Performance steering wheel heavily worn/soiled
- 10136063Jun 13, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. Rattling noises in area of 2-stage turbocharger, OM651
- 10135628Oct 14, 2014Equipment. iPhone mobile phone: Various complaints after software update to iOS8
- 10136042Jun 30, 2014Back-over prevention (rear camera), Steering. Creaking noise when adjusting electrical steering column
- 10136041Jun 30, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. Selector lever blocks in position "P" (brake applied)
Other model years of the Mercedes-Benz C204.9
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 8 | 54,500 | 0 | 5 | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2013 | 5 | 68,000 | 0 | 5 | — | — | Not enough data |
All Mercedes-Benz C204.9 model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C204.9 have?
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C204.9 as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C204.9 is reported most often?
Air bags is named most often, in 2 complaints (40% of the total), followed by engine with 2.
Has the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C204.9 been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C204.9 do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C204.9 5 out of 5 stars overall, across 2 rated versions (body style and drive). Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.
At what mileage are problems with the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C204.9 reported?
Among the 4 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 68,000 miles and the middle half falls between 60,000 and 76,000 miles; 25% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.