MYRModel Year Report

1984 Mercedes Benz 190

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1984 Mercedes Benz 190
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:31:10.914Z

Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mercedes Benz 190 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1984 highlighted. 1984: 4 complaints 1984 1985: 10 complaints 1986: 8 complaints 1986 1987: 14 complaints 1988: 5 complaints 1988 1989: 11 complaints 1990: 4 complaints 1990 1991: 6 complaints 1992: 3 complaints 1992 1993: 7 complaints 1995: 3 complaints 1995 1997: 1 complaints 1999: 5 complaints 1999
1984: 4 complaints
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YearComplaints
19844
198510
19868
198714
19885
198911
19904
19916
19923
19937
19953
19971
19995

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

VISIBILITY

1 of 4 total reports mentions: visibility.

INJURY
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COOLING SYSTEM FAILURE, THE HEATER CORE IN THE VEHICLE FAILED, CAUSING HOT COOLANT TO COME INTO THE INTERIOR OF VEHICLE, CAUSING BURNS TO DRIVER'S FEET. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19960405

TIRES

1 of 4 total reports mentions: tires.

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AFTER THE USE OF THE PRODUCT " FIX - A - FLAT" THE TREATED TIRES SHOWED BUBBLES ON THE OUTER SIDE.ONE OF THOSE BUBBLES BUSTED OPEN WHILE THE CAR WAS PARKED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20021009

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR

1 of 4 total reports mentions: service brakes, air.

CRASH
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APPLIED THE BRAKES AND FOOT PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR, RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. PH

NHTSA ODI report, 20030205

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19870522 — DP (closed 19871029)

SUDDEN ACCELERATION

R 19870710 — electrical system

IN CASE OF ELECTRICAL FAILURE WHICH BLOWS FUSE NO. 9, THE REAR BRAKE LIGHTS WILL NOT OPERATE.

Remedy: USE TWO FUSES IN COMBINATION SO THAT IN CASE OF A FUSE FAILURE, THE CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM WILL NOT OPERATE.

Campaign 87V104000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19880715 — EA (closed 19900731)

SUDDEN ACCELERATION

I 19900829 — EA (closed 19910830)

PARKING BRAKE LEVERS

R 19911010 — parking brake

THE DESIGN OF THE PARKING BRAKE GRIP MAKES IT POSSIBLE TO DISTORT THE GRIP AND PINCH THE BRAKE RELEASE KNOB. IF THE RELEASE KNOB STICKS IN A PARTIAL ENGAGE/RELEASE POSITION BECAUSE OF THE PINCHED GRIP

Remedy: REPLACE THE PARKING BRAKE GRIP WITH A NEW GRIP TYPE.

Campaign 91V137000 — check if this car was fixed

R Date not on file — wheels

WHEELS MAY DEVELOP HAIRLINE CRACKS IN THE AREA OF THE VENTILATION HOLES.

Remedy: REPLACE RIMS AS NECESSARY.

Campaign 85V072000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1984 Mercedes Benz 190 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, air issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 85V072000 (wheels) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 87V104000 (electrical system) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 91V137000 (parking brake) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1984 Mercedes Benz 190 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1984 Mercedes Benz 190?

The most-reported component is visibility:defroster/defogger/hvac system:heater core, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1984 Mercedes Benz 190 have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.