MYRModel Year Report

1985 Mercedes Benz 280

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1985 Mercedes Benz 280
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:32:14.296Z

Only 0 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 0 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 280 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1985 highlighted. 1984: 0 complaints 1984 1985: 0 complaints 1985 1986: 0 complaints 1986 1987: 0 complaints 1988: 0 complaints 1988 1994: 18 complaints 1995: 47 complaints 1995 1996: 13 complaints 1997: 5 complaints 1997 1998: 3 complaints 1999: 3 complaints 1999 2000: 6 complaints 2000
1985: 0 complaints
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YearComplaints
19840
19850
19860
19870
19880
199418
199547
199613
19975
19983
19993
20006

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

No complaint components on file for this model year.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 19880715 — EA (closed 19900731)

SUDDEN ACCELERATION

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1985 Mercedes Benz 280 — pre-purchase inspection

  • No specific known issues on file — do a standard pre-purchase inspection.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1985 Mercedes Benz 280 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

How many recalls does the 1985 Mercedes Benz 280 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.