1983 Mercedes Benz 240
Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1983: 2 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 1 |
| 1983 | 2 |
| 1984 | 0 |
| 1985 | 0 |
| 1986 | 0 |
| 1987 | 0 |
| 1988 | 0 |
| 1995 | 2 |
| 1999 | 1 |
| 2001 | 22 |
| 2002 | 26 |
| 2003 | 27 |
Known problem areas
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
1 of 2 total reports mentions: electrical system, most commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery.
Show complaint excerpts
When starting vehicle, battery exploded and acid leaked out all over the inside engine. Fumes and smoke also came out.
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-07-19
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1983 Mercedes Benz 240 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1983 Mercedes Benz 240 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 1983 Mercedes Benz 240?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1983 Mercedes Benz 240 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.