How many fuel system complaints does the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C250 have?

NHTSA lists 29 Fuel System complaints for the 2013 C250, which is 10% of the 278 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C250 fuel system?

No. The data shows no related recalls tied to this Fuel System complaint pattern.

At what mileage do fuel system problems typically appear on the 2013 C250?

The median mileage at failure for these complaints is 55,000 miles.

Did the fuel system issue cause any crashes or fires?

NHTSA records show 0 crashes and 0 fires tied to this issue, but 2 injuries were reported.

Is the fuel system problem worse in the 2013 model year compared to other years?

Yes. The 2013 C250 has the highest share among nearby years, at 10% versus 7% for 2012 and 2014, and 0% for 2015 and 2016.

2013 Mercedes-Benz C250 Fuel System Problems

NHTSA lists 29 Fuel System complaints for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C250, 10% of that year's 278 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 55,000. Two injuries were reported and no related recalls exist for this issue.

Fuel System complaints: 29; 10% of 278
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 2
Median mileage: 55,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

Owners report fuel odor inside the cabin along with fuel leaking onto the ground, traced to a detached fuel supply hose.
Several owners describe the car becoming non-responsive to the accelerator while driving, sometimes requiring a stop and restart to regain power.
Multiple complaints describe hesitation or a long pause when accelerating from a stop, followed by a sudden jerky lunge forward.
Some owners report the fuel pump failing outright, causing rough running and a persistent gasoline smell.
One owner reported a fuel volume regulator control circuit trouble code (P0002) accompanied by a loss of power while driving.
Another owner reported the engine entering limp mode after detecting a fuel error, requiring multiple restarts to clear.

When 2013 Mercedes-Benz C250 fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint Apr 29, 2013, latest Apr 21, 2025.

29 complaints filed with NHTSA from Apr 2013 to Apr 2025; peak Nov 2014 (2).

Fuel System recalls for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C250

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Fuel System complaints by C250 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201218 (7%)
201329 (10%)
201411 (7%)
20150 (0%)
20160 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many fuel system complaints does the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C250 have?: NHTSA lists 29 Fuel System complaints for the 2013 C250, which is 10% of the 278 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C250 fuel system?: No. The data shows no related recalls tied to this Fuel System complaint pattern.
At what mileage do fuel system problems typically appear on the 2013 C250?: The median mileage at failure for these complaints is 55,000 miles.
Did the fuel system issue cause any crashes or fires?: NHTSA records show 0 crashes and 0 fires tied to this issue, but 2 injuries were reported.
Is the fuel system problem worse in the 2013 model year compared to other years?: Yes. The 2013 C250 has the highest share among nearby years, at 10% versus 7% for 2012 and 2014, and 0% for 2015 and 2016.