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Mercedes-Benz C350Model year report

2013 Mercedes-Benz C350 Problems

Complaints
21filed with NHTSA
Median mileage
65,500miles, 4 complaints with mileage
Recalls
6campaigns on record
Trend
FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA crash rating
5 / 5stars overall, 2 rated versions
EPA fuel economy
23 mpgcombined, 3.5L 6-cyl RWD · 20 city / 28 hwy

Sources: NHTSA records for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C350 (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error

NHTSA recorded 21 consumer complaints for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C350. The part named most often is air bags, with 15 complaints (71% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain (2) and engine (1). 4 of the complaints include a mileage, and 25% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 65,500 miles. NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns and 94 technical service bulletins for this model year. Air bags complaints overlap with 4 recall campaigns covering the inflator module filed under the same part. Transmission and drivetrain complaints overlap with 13 technical service bulletins 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.

Example complaints

Air bags: “2013 mercedes benz c-350. Consumer writes in regards to airbag safety recall. The consumer stated the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time completing the recall repair. The manufacturer stated the parts were not available.”

NHTSA complaint #11361818, filed 2020-10

Transmission and drivetrain: “The contact owns a 2013 Mercedes-Benz C350. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The contact stated that after several attempts, the vehicle restarted with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the valve cover gasket and various other unknown components needed to be replaced; however, no repair was completed. The vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic however, the failure could not be duplicated. …”

NHTSA complaint #11509683, filed 2023-03, 67,000 miles

Engine cooling: “The contact owns a 2013 Mercedes-Benz C-350. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. In addition, the contact became aware of an abnormal rattling sound. The vehicle was driven to the shoulder of the road and turned off. While the vehicle was started, the contact became aware of an abnormal rattling sound. In addition, the check engine and the check coolant warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with an oil leak, and that oil was leaking onto the wires. …”

NHTSA complaint #11687278, filed 2025-09, 129,000 miles

Mileage 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 64,000 and 67,000 miles.

0%0–100%10–2525%25–5050%50–750%75–10025%100–1500%150+
Share of complaints by mileage when the problem was reported, in thousands of miles (4 complaints with mileage). Red bars: under 50,000 miles. Bucket widths differ. Median: 65,500 miles.

Complaints by year filed

Trend: falling. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.

201720182019820202021202220232025
Complaints by year the complaint was filed with NHTSA. Red bars: the last 3 full calendar years used for the trend. The current year (2026) is partial.

Crash test ratings

NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C350. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.

VersionOverallFrontalSideSide poleRollover
C-Class · sedan AWD★★★★★4 / 4554 · 10.5% risk
C-Class · sedan RWD★★★★★4 / 4554 · 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.

Fuel economy and running cost

EPA ratings for each 2013 Mercedes-Benz C350 version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).

VersionEngineTransmissionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yr
C350 RWD3.5L 6-cyl7-speed automatic202823$3,550
C350 RWD3.5L 6-cyl7-speed automatic202923$3,550
C350 4matic Coupe 4WD3.5L 6-cyl7-speed automatic192722$3,750
C350 Coupe RWD3.5L 6-cyl7-speed automatic202823$3,550
C350 RWD3.5L 6-cyl · flex-fuel7-speed automatic202823$3,550

Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.

Recalls and investigations

Recall details for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C350 → · Check a 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. 94 on record; the latest 10 are shown.

See all 94 bulletins →

Other model years of the Mercedes-Benz C350

YearComplaintsMedian miRecallsCrash ★MPGScore (50 = typical)Trend
2015617,2504423—Not enough data
20141360,0004523—Not enough data
20132165,5006523—Falling
20123555,0005—2233 · FewerFalling
20112652,861442029 · FewerFalling
20101899,0604—20—Rising
20096559,1007—2062 · TypicalRising
200814470,0006—20100 · MoreFalling
2007690,8005—21—Not enough data
20062371,0005—21—Falling

All Mercedes-Benz C350 model years · Best and worst years by complaints

Frequently asked questions

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C350 have?

NHTSA recorded 21 consumer complaints for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C350 as of Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

What part of the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C350 is reported most often?

Air bags is named most often, in 15 complaints (71% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain with 2.

Has the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C350 been recalled?

NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

How did the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C350 do in NHTSA crash tests?

NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C350 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.

What gas mileage does the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C350 get?

The EPA rates the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C350 (C350, 3.5L 6-cyl) at 23 mpg combined, 20 city and 28 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,550 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.

At what mileage are problems with the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C350 reported?

Among the 4 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 65,500 miles and the middle half falls between 64,000 and 67,000 miles; 25% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).

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.