MYRModel Year Report

1999 Mercedes Benz 190

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1999 Mercedes Benz 190
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:01:07.972Z

Only 5 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 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
5

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

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 complaint 1999: 5 complaints 1999 5
1984: 4 complaints 1984 1985: 10 complaints 1985 1986: 8 complaints 1986 1987: 14 complaints 1987 1988: 5 complaints 1988 1989: 11 complaints 1989 1990: 4 complaints 1990 1991: 6 complaints 1991 1992: 3 complaints 1992 1993: 7 complaints 1993 1995: 3 complaints 1995 1997: 1 complaint 1997 1999: 5 complaints 1999 5
1984: 4 complaints 1984 1985: 10 complaints 1985 1986: 8 complaints 1986 1987: 14 complaints 1987 1988: 5 complaints 1988 1989: 11 complaints 1989 1990: 4 complaints 1990 1991: 6 complaints 1991 1992: 3 complaints 1992 1993: 7 complaints 1993 1995: 3 complaints 1995 1997: 1 complaint 1997 1999: 5 complaints 1999 5

1999: 5 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19844
198510
19868
198714
19885
198911
19904
19916
19923
19937
19953
19971
19995

Known problem areas

Only 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Power train

2 of 5 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing driveshaft and automatic transmission.

Show complaint excerpts

Front driveshaft coupler broke while driving. This caused all (4) tires to be worn to steel belt. Please describe details.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-09-12

I have had 3 mercedes in the last year. I had 2 CLK430's which also had the same problem. These 2 cars were purchased thru smythe european. The problem is that the transmission will go into neutral sometimes.

NHTSA ODI report, 1999-10-14

Service brakes

1 of 5 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

Parking brake

1 of 5 total reports mentions: parking brake, most commonly citing conventional.

Show complaint excerpts

Emergency brakes failed to work properly. Also, emergency (4) way flasher does not work when utilized. Please describe details.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-09-12

Also filed under Exterior lighting

Exterior lighting

1 of 5 total reports mentions: exterior lighting, most commonly citing hazard flashing warning lights.

Engine and engine cooling

1 of 5 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe.

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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Buy-smart checklist

1999 Mercedes Benz 190 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Parking brake: 1 report on file for this year.
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FAQ

Is the 1999 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 1999 Mercedes Benz 190?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1999 Mercedes Benz 190 have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.