2007 Mercedes-Benz C230 Problems & Recalls
Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
Is this problem acknowledged?
The most-reported problem — Fuel/propulsion System (25.9% of complaints) — recall and investigation status for this vehicle is currently unavailable.
Fuel/propulsion System complaints here are 4.6× the median for that category across the 1400 model-years tracked on this site.
| Complaint category | Reports | Official status | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 55 · 25.9% | not available | — |
| Air Bags | 51 · 24.1% | not available | — |
| Power Train | 50 · 23.6% | not available | — |
| Engine | 29 · 13.7% | not available | — |
| Electrical System | 14 · 6.6% | not available | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 14 · 6.6% | not available | — |
Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Complaints by component
Percentages are the share of the 212 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.
Recalls
No NHTSA recall campaigns are on file for this vehicle. New recalls can be issued at any time — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners report
“MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT STAYS ON WHICH MERCEDES BENZ STATED ITS THE MAGNETIC STABILIZER . WHICH WAS STATED THAT A RECALL MAYBE COMING. THIS CAUSES…”NHTSA complaint 10860495 — filed 04/20/2016 · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
“I PURCHASED A 2007 MERCEDES BENZ C230 IN 2006 FROM THE MERCEDES-BENZ DEALERSHIP AND I HAVE HAD IT IN THE GARAGE.I'VE ONLY DROVE TO CHURCH…”NHTSA complaint 10839984 — filed 03/04/2016 · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
“WHEN VEHICLE IS REFUELED, STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE EXISTS FROM REAR PASSENGER SEAT AND REAR EXTERIOR OF VEHICLE. THERE'S NO VISIBLE FUEL LEAK, STRONG FUEL…”NHTSA complaint 10817266 — filed 12/31/2015 · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Complaint trend by year filed
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Mercedes-Benz C230?
Fuel/propulsion system issues are the most-reported category, cited in 55 of 212 NHTSA complaints (25.9%), followed by air bags (51), power train (50), engine (29). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many complaints does the 2007 Mercedes-Benz C230 have?
212 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 8 involved a crash, 4 involved a fire, and 10 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.
Does the 2007 Mercedes-Benz C230 have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns are on file for this vehicle. New recalls can be issued at any time — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Has NHTSA acted on the 2007 Mercedes-Benz C230's reported problems?
Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.
Is a complaint proof of a defect?
No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.
