2000 Mercedes Benz 280
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.
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2000: 6 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 0 |
| 1985 | 0 |
| 1986 | 0 |
| 1987 | 0 |
| 1988 | 0 |
| 1994 | 18 |
| 1995 | 47 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 3 |
| 1999 | 3 |
| 2000 | 6 |
Known problem areas
Only 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Air bags
3 of 6 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing side/window and frontal.
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I was rear-ended by a bus and also severely struck on my driver side - no airbag activation, I was injured and car was a total loss.
NHTSA ODI report, 2001-08-01
Location: tasman and centennial. The car ran over one of several large pieces of wood and metal debris that were scattered on 3 lanes of the road. The object seemed to bounce and hit the side of the car.
NHTSA ODI report, 2001-04-13
SRS light comes on. Car has been back to dealer multiple times for various repairs to air bag system, at times car stayed at dealer for as long as a week. This has occurred from time of purchase to present.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-05-12
Fuel system, other
2 of 6 total reports mention: fuel system, other, most commonly citing fuel gauge system.
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I have a 2000 mercedes C280 sport, which has constant fuel gauge problems. It's as if the gauge has a mind of it's own. This problem was repaired once according to my dealer, but has somehow manifested itself again.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-08-24
Also filed under Equipment
Fuel gauge failure problem on many mercedes according to keenan service
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-10-26
Equipment
1 of 6 total reports mentions: equipment, most commonly citing tank valve/gauge.
Engine and engine cooling
1 of 6 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.
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Mercedes C280 engine stalling due to crank sensor failure customer wants full reimbursement for repairs**nar**cc the consumer stated on 6/18/07 the engine stalled shortly after leaving hwy 91, the check engine light came on and the vehicle would...
NHTSA ODI report, 2007-08-03
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2000 Mercedes Benz 280 — pre-purchase inspection
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- Air bags: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel system, other: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Equipment: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2000 Mercedes Benz 280 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 2000 Mercedes Benz 280?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2000 Mercedes Benz 280 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.