1992 Mercedes Benz 300
Only 22 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 22 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 22
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1992
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1992: 22 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 2 |
| 1982 | 1 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 4 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 13 |
| 1987 | 29 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 19 |
| 1992 | 22 |
| 1993 | 39 |
| 1994 | 4 |
| 1995 | 16 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 2 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2002 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Only 22 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine and engine cooling
5 of 22 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing diesel and gasoline.
Electrical system
5 of 22 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing wiring and 12v/24v/48v battery.
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I was driving down the street when smoke began to come from beneath the hood and into the vehicle. I pulled over and opened the hood and saw flames coming out from underneath the battery compartment.
NHTSA ODI report, 2011-04-01
While vehicle was in driveway it caught fire in engine compartment on pasenger's compartment 8-10 hours after it was driven.cause of fire appeared to be electrical.
NHTSA ODI report, 1997-12-15
Vehicle speed control
3 of 22 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing cables.
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While driving 50 MPH the accelerator pedal went down to the floor and the vehicle suddenly decelerated. A mechanic at an auto repair shop determined the accelerator cable broke.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-08-26
Service brakes
3 of 22 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Visibility
2 of 22 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing motor.
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The entire windshield wiper system was replaced, which included the motor.*jb ph
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-01-29
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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1996-11-15Visibility96V175000 If one of the headlamp wiper arms becomes misaligned, the wiper balde can lodge in the groove under the headlamp. If the washers are activated with the wiper blade in the misaligned and lodged…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the headlamp washer pump on these vehicles.
Buy-smart checklist
1992 Mercedes Benz 300 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine and engine cooling: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 96V175000 · Visibility
FAQ
- Is the 1992 Mercedes Benz 300 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 1992 Mercedes Benz 300?
- The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 23% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1992 Mercedes Benz 300 have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.