1991 Mercedes Benz 190

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1991 Mercedes Benz 190
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:31:42.714Z

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.

VISIBILITY

1 of 6 total reports mentions: visibility.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

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

CRASH
SEATS

1 of 6 total reports mentions: seats.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 6 total reports mentions: electrical system.

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

NHTSA ODI report, 19951206

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 6 total reports mentions: electrical system.

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

NHTSA ODI report, 19950118

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1991 Mercedes Benz 190 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seats issues (1 reports on file for this year).

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 visibility:defroster/defogger/hvac system:heater core, accounting for 17% 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 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.