1990 Mercedes Benz 300 Series
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
1990: 2 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1988 | 1 |
| 1990 | 2 |
| 1991 | 4 |
| 1992 | 13 |
| 1993 | 21 |
| 1995 | 12 |
Known problem areas
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Fuel system, gasoline
1 of 2 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing fuel pump.
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Single arm wiper motor failure at 50 miles per hour. Fuel pumps, motor, power assisted brakes and steering fails at 70 miles per hour.
NHTSA ODI report, 1999-02-17
Electrical system
1 of 2 total reports mentions: electrical system, most commonly citing front underhood.
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Intermittent wiring problems cause stalling and the loss of functions.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-01-11
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1990 Mercedes Benz 300 Series — pre-purchase inspection
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- Fuel system, gasoline: 1 report on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1990 Mercedes Benz 300 Series 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 1990 Mercedes Benz 300 Series?
- The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1990 Mercedes Benz 300 Series 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.