MYRModel Year Report

1993 Mercedes Benz 190

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1993 Mercedes Benz 190
RENDERED 2026-09-17T04:44:56.897Z

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

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 7 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 7 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline.

FIRE
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WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 20 MPH, WITHOUT NO PRIOR WARNING, THE VEHICLE DIED OUT. CONSUMER HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO HER HOUSE, AND VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE DUE TO AN ELECTRICAL SHORT. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19990310

Also filed under ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

WITH 1993 MERCEDES E-190 4 CYLINDER AUTOMOBILE, METAL RING ON ADJUSTER ARM BREAKS, LOOSENING FAN BELT AND CAUSING ENGINE FAN BELT TO BREAK LOOSE AND ENGINE MUST BE STOPPED. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20080720

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 7 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing wiring and alternator/generator/regulator.

FIRE
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 7 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing cruise control.

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SPEEDOMETER FAILURE.

NHTSA ODI report, 19970627

SUSPENSION

1 of 7 total reports mentions: suspension, most commonly citing wheel bearing.

STRUCTURE

1 of 7 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing door.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1993 Mercedes Benz 190 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1993 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 1993 Mercedes Benz 190?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1993 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.