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WDDGF4HB3CA••••••2012 Mercedes-benz C250
6on this build
0on the model
0builds in total
1injuries
Most reportedAir Bags 3Seats 1Fuel/propulsion System 1Suspension 1
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Fuel/propulsion SystemOct 2019
There are small cracks that have developed in the top of the fuel sending unit. This allows fuel to leak out of the top of the fuel pump and pool in the center of the pump where there are a number of electrical wires that are submerged in fuel. This is a potentially deadly…
Air BagsJan 2019
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2012 mercedes-benz c250w. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 17V017000 (air bags). The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount…
SeatsFeb 2016
I brought my 2012 mercedes c250 new and I thought I was buying a quality car. However, I noticed last year the driver seat, passenger seat and one of backseat seat cover are ripped. I drive my car everyday to work and my daughter to school on a city street. My daughter weighs…
SuspensionMay 2015
The air suspension is faulty and leaks. I have had the since 2013 and the suspension has been replaced on all for wheels within days of each other. Costing thousands of dollars in parts and labor
Air BagsMar 2017
Takata recall
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN WDDGF4HB3CA612580 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.