MYRModel Year Report

1991 Mercedes Benz 190

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1991 Mercedes Benz 190
RENDERED 2026-09-17T04:44:59.476Z

Only 6 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 6 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, 1991 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 1991 1992: 3 complaints 1992 1993: 7 complaints 1995: 3 complaints 1995 1997: 1 complaints 1999: 5 complaints 1999
1991: 6 complaints
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YearComplaints
19844
198510
19868
198714
19885
198911
19904
19916
19923
19937
19953
19971
19995

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 6 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

3 of 6 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing interior/under dash and front underhood.

FIRE
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MAIN ELECTRICAL FEED CHAFED ON BRAKE LINE/SHORTED OUT, CAUSING A HOLE/FIRE. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19951207

WHILE PARKED CAUGHT ON FIRE DUE TO ELECTRICAL PROBLEM IN DASH BOARD. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19951206

VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE WHILE STOPPED, IT STALLED THEN BURST INTO FLAMES UNDER HOOD. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950118

VISIBILITY

1 of 6 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing heater core.

SERVICE BRAKES

1 of 6 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH
SEATS

1 of 6 total reports mentions: seats, most commonly citing power adjust.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1991 Mercedes Benz 190 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1991 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 1991 Mercedes Benz 190?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1991 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.