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2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2014 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component4
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Air bags | 3 |
| Communication | 1 |
Safety recalls4
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Aug 13, 202121V638000 | Air bags: frontalAn incorrect air bag may not function properly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 21V638000
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| Nov 1, 201919V787000 | CommunicationAn inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury. Over-the-air remedy DetailsHide details for campaign 19V787000
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| Jan 9, 201919V010000 | Air bags: frontal passenger sideAn inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the passenger or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death. DetailsHide details for campaign 19V010000
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| Oct 6, 201717V627000 | Air bags: frontalIf the driver air bag inadvertently deploys, it can increase the risk of injury and a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 17V627000
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Owner complaints by component284
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 156 | 55 |
| Steering | 35 | 12 |
| Electrical system | 26 | 9 |
| Engine | 25 | 9 |
| Structure | 24 | 8 |
| Unknown or other | 23 | 8 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 15 | 5 |
| Service brakes | 12 | 4 |
| Suspension | 12 | 4 |
| Vehicle speed control | 11 | 4 |
| Power train | 9 | 3 |
| Wheels | 4 | 1 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 4 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 1 |
| Exterior lighting | 3 | 1 |
9 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Steering
“The electronic steering lock (ESL) system on my 2014 Mercedes-Benz C250 failed without warning, leaving the vehicle completely unable to start.”
- Electrical system
“The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz C250. The contact stated that the vehicle was difficult to start. Additionally, the steering wheel was difficult to turn to the left or the right.”
- Steering
“Experiencing a failed Electronic Steering Lock (ESL). Car won’t crank or start even after verifying battery health and key fob. Symptoms point to a failed ESL, left stranded”
Other Mercedes-Benz C-Class model years
- 201819 recalls118 complaints
- 201717 recalls253 complaints
- 201614 recalls320 complaints
- 201514 recalls451 complaints
- 20146 recalls284 complaints
- 20137 recalls574 complaints
- 20127 recalls587 complaints
- 20116 recalls516 complaints
- 20106 recalls472 complaints
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Other Mercedes-Benz models
- 2014 E-Class9 recalls304 complaints
- 2014 Sprinter8 recalls70 complaints
- 2014 S-Class6 recalls25 complaints
- 2014 CLA-Class6 recalls195 complaints
- 2014 CLS-Class4 recalls11 complaints
- 2014 GLK-Class6 recalls125 complaints
- 2014 G-Class3 recalls2 complaints
- 2014 M-Class4 recalls74 complaints
- 2014 GL-Class3 recalls39 complaints
- 2014 SL-Class4 recalls4 complaints
- 2014 SLK-Class2 recalls3 complaints
- 2014 B-Class3 recalls1 complaint
2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class recall questions
How many recalls does the 2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class have?
NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns for the 2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class. The most recent, 21V638000 (reported August 13, 2021), concerns air bags. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class recalls for?
The largest group is air bags, with 3 campaigns. Others: communication (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
Air bags is the most-reported component, named in 156 complaints out of 284 filed with NHTSA (55%). Across all complaints, owners reported 20 crashs and 4 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mercedes-Benz recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer.
Check a specific Mercedes-Benz by VIN
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