The ADAC breakdown statistics determine which Mercedes-Benz models are the most reliable and which have broken down most – a good help when buying a used Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
In the statistics for 2021, all the breakdowns for which the German Yellow Angels had to move out in 2020 were recorded and evaluated. There is enough data available that gives an objective picture of the reliability of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Reliability
Breakdowns in the 2020 calendar year
| EZ 2011 | EZ 2012 | EZ 2013 | EZ 2014 | EZ 2015 | EZ 2016 | EZ 2017 | EZ 2018 |
| 17,4 | 11,8 | 9,3 | 10,0 | 8,2 | 3,9 | 2,6 | 1,6 |
Breakdowns in the 2019 calendar year
| EZ 2010 | EZ 2011 | EZ 2012 | EZ 2013 | EZ 2014 | EZ 2015 | EZ 2016 | EZ 2017 |
| 30,6 | 16,2 | 10,7 | 7,9 | 8,3 | 5,9 | 3,5 | 2,1 |
Legend: Number of breakdowns per 1,000 vehicles registered (= breakdown index) by year of first registration (EZ)
Common Breakdowns
- Starter (2010)
- General steering (2010)
- Ignition lock (2010-2011)
Source: ADAC
Mercedes-Benz C-Class owners’ reviews
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Recent C-Class Recalls
An erroneous notch in the impact absorber may lead to failure of the tube sensor for the actuation of the active … .
Due to an incorrect material composition of the Mode 2 charging cable for charging at a household power socket, the insulation … .
The vacuum-controlled coolant pump may not be tightly sealed between the coolant and vacuum circuits. This may result in the coolant … .
