Mercedes-Benz C-Class NHTSA Safety Ratings

NHTSA gives the 2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with 4 stars in the frontal crash test and 4 stars for rollover resistance.

Latest model year (2027):

NHTSA rates the Mercedes-Benz C-Class at 5 ★ overall, 4 ★ frontal crash, 5 ★ side crash and 4 ★ rollover.

VerifiedNHTSA Safety Ratings · Verified August 9, 2026

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Mercedes-Benz C-Class Safety — All Years

Year	Variant	Overall	Frontal	Side	Rollover	Recalls	Complaints
2021	2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 4 DR RWD	5 ★	4 ★	5 ★	4 ★	7	14
2021	2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 4 DR 4WD	5 ★	4 ★	5 ★	4 ★	7	14
2018	2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 4 DR RWD	5 ★	4 ★	5 ★	4 ★	19	127
2017	2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 4 DR 4WD	5 ★	4 ★	5 ★	4 ★	17	252

Crash-test star ratings sourced from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Ratings apply to the tested body style and can differ between trims and drivetrain layouts.

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Safety FAQ

Is the Mercedes-Benz C-Class a safe car?

NHTSA gives the Mercedes-Benz C-Class an overall crash rating of 5 out of 5 stars, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test and 5 stars in the side crash test. Ratings are per body style and model year — check the table above for yours.

What is the rollover rating of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class?

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class scores 4 out of 5 stars for rollover resistance, with a calculated rollover risk of about 11.1%. Taller vehicles typically score lower here than sedans.

Does the Mercedes-Benz C-Class have driver assistance features?

NHTSA records the tested Mercedes-Benz C-Class as having electronic stability control, without forward collision warning and without lane departure warning. Availability varies by trim and package.

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