TAKATA RECALL: I WENT TO MERCEDES IN PARAMUS, NJ TO COMPLETE THE RECALL ON THE AIRBAGS TO MY VEHICLE.. THE SERVICE REP STATED THAT BECAUSE I HAVE AN SRS LIGHT ON IN MY VEHICLE THAT I WOULD NEED TO PAY $160.00 (DISCOUNTED FROM THE $299.00) IN ORDER TO FIND OUT WHAT WAS WRONG WITH THE VEHICLE, THEN CORRECT THAT SITUATION (OUT OF MY POCKET) BEFORE THEY CAN COMPLETE THE RECALL... THE FUNNY PART IS THA…
2008 mercedes-benz C-Class airbags problems
severe 301 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,100
Complaints
301
Recalls
0
Crashes
15
Avg fix
$1,100
What owners are reporting 5 most recent
I HAVE BEEN CALLING THE DEALERSHIPS IN MY AREA FOR THE PAST TWO YEARS IF NOT LONGER AND STILL THEY DON'T KNOW WHEN. MY CAR IS NEARLY 10 YEARS OLD NOW, WHEN IS MERCEDES GOING TO FIX IT WHEN I AM DEAD?
WE HAVE BEEN WAITING SINCE THE START OF THE NHTSA RECALL OF MERCEDES-BENZ C300S FOR FAULTY AIRBAGS FOR THE APPROPRIATE REPLACEMENT. I BELIEVE THIS HAS BEEN ABOUT TWO YEARS SINCE WE RECEIVED OUR FIRST NOTICE. LAST WEEK WE RECEIVED A NOTICE FROM OUR DEALERSHIP THAT THE PART WAS IN AND THAT WE SHOULD SCHEDULE OUR FREE REPAIR. HOWEVER, TODAY, WHEN MY HUSBAND BROUGHT THE CAR IN FOR SERVICE HE WAS TO…
TAKATA INFLATORS RECALL
WHY DIDN'T THE DEALER TELL ME THIS WHEN I PURCHASED THE CAR? ACCORDING TO WWW.AIRBAGRECALL.COM, IT WAS 2 RECALLS ON THE AIR BAGS LAST YEAR 2016, SO THEY KNEW IT WAS A RECALL. I COULD OF HAD AND ACCIDENT AND BEEN HURT REAL BAD. I AM VERY UPSET WITH THE MERCEDES DEALER AND PRESTIAGE AUTO IN RHODE ISLAND. I WILL BE TAKING FURTHER ACTIONS ABOUT THIS PROBLEM. I JUST FOUND OUT ABOUT THE AIRBAGS ON DEC…
Common questions
How serious is the airbags problem on the 2008 mercedes-benz C-Class?
It's a meaningful issue. 301 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,100.
At what mileage does the airbags typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,100 for airbags repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to airbags?
No active recalls currently cover airbags issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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