1990 Mercedes Benz 190
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 4 |
| 1985 | 10 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 14 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 4 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 3 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1995 | 3 |
| 1997 | 1 |
| 1999 | 5 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
3 of 4 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASH INJURY3 of 4 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
NO DEPLOYMENT OF AIR BAG DURING ACCIDENT, RESULTING IN AN INJURY. "DUP: SEE 480212". *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19950117
Also filed under AIR BAGS and SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
2 of 4 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing frontal.
CRASH INJURY1 of 4 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing radiator assembly.
1 of 4 total reports mentions: electrical system, most commonly citing module.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1990 Mercedes Benz 190 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (2 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 1990 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 1990 Mercedes Benz 190?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 75% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1990 Mercedes Benz 190 have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.