MYRModel Year Report

1995 Mercedes Benz 300

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1995 Mercedes Benz 300
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:07:05.486Z

Only 16 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 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
16

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1980: 2 complaints 1980 1982: 1 complaint 1983: 6 complaints 1984: 4 complaints 1984 1985: 5 complaints 1986: 13 complaints 1987: 29 complaints 1987 1988: 7 complaints 1989: 5 complaints 1990: 5 complaints 1990 1991: 19 complaints 1992: 22 complaints 1993: 39 complaints 1994: 4 complaints 1995: 16 complaints 1995 16 1996: 8 complaints 1997: 5 complaints 1998: 2 complaints 1999: 6 complaints 1999 2002: 3 complaints
1980: 2 complaints 1980 1982: 1 complaint 1983: 6 complaints 1983 1984: 4 complaints 1985: 5 complaints 1985 1986: 13 complaints 1987: 29 complaints 1987 1988: 7 complaints 1989: 5 complaints 1989 1990: 5 complaints 1991: 19 complaints 1991 1992: 22 complaints 1993: 39 complaints 1993 1994: 4 complaints 1995: 16 complaints 1995 16 1996: 8 complaints 1997: 5 complaints 1997 1998: 2 complaints 1999: 6 complaints 1999 2002: 3 complaints
1980: 2 complaints 1980 1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 6 complaints 1983 1984: 4 complaints 1984 1985: 5 complaints 1985 1986: 13 complaints 1986 1987: 29 complaints 1987 1988: 7 complaints 1988 1989: 5 complaints 1989 1990: 5 complaints 1990 1991: 19 complaints 1991 1992: 22 complaints 1992 1993: 39 complaints 1993 1994: 4 complaints 1994 1995: 16 complaints 1995 16 1996: 8 complaints 1996 1997: 5 complaints 1997 1998: 2 complaints 1998 1999: 6 complaints 1999 2002: 3 complaints 2002

1995: 16 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19802
19821
19836
19844
19855
198613
198729
19887
19895
19905
199119
199222
199339
19944
199516
19968
19975
19982
19996
20023

Known problem areas

Only 16 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Electrical system

7 of 16 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing front underhood and interior/under dash.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

The engine electrical harness on 1995 E320 mercedes are flawed beyond belief.

NHTSA ODI report, 2000-12-13

Consumer was turning a corner when the vehicle stalled , total vehicle failure.smoke started coming from the hood bursting into flames .

NHTSA ODI report, 1999-01-02

1995 Mercedes Benz E300 diesel, wiring harness is defective. Insulation is failing and wires are exposed. I am concerned this could be a fire hazard.

NHTSA ODI report, 2009-01-03

Service brakes

4 of 16 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

Power train

2 of 16 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.

Visibility

1 of 16 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing windshield wiper/washer.

CRASHINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

Windshield wiper failed to keep glass clean, causing accident.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-02-29

Vehicle speed control

1 of 16 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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Buy-smart checklist

1995 Mercedes Benz 300 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 7 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
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FAQ

Is the 1995 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 1995 Mercedes Benz 300?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 44% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 Mercedes Benz 300 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.