MYRModel Year Report

2002 Mercedes Benz 300

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2002 Mercedes Benz 300
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:03:20.463Z

Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
3

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 1993 1994: 4 complaints 1995: 16 complaints 1996: 8 complaints 1996 1997: 5 complaints 1998: 2 complaints 1999: 6 complaints 2002: 3 complaints 2002 3
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 1996: 8 complaints 1997: 5 complaints 1997 1998: 2 complaints 1999: 6 complaints 2002: 3 complaints 2002 3
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 1996: 8 complaints 1996 1997: 5 complaints 1997 1998: 2 complaints 1998 1999: 6 complaints 1999 2002: 3 complaints 2002 3

2002: 3 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 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Structure

1 of 3 total reports mentions: structure.

INJURY
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My son's hand was pulled into the space between the door and the window, when the window was lowered by the driver. The boy was properly seated and belted, and resting his right arm on the door seal next to the window.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-05-01

Engine and engine cooling

1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine.

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The engine stalled without warning, which made the vehicle difficult to control.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-03-25

Electrical system

1 of 3 total reports mentions: electrical system, most commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery.

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Dt: the contact stated the battery ran down without any cause or warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealership three times and they were unable to duplicate the problem. The repairs will be made under warranty.

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-12-21

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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Buy-smart checklist

2002 Mercedes Benz 300 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Structure: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.
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FAQ

Is the 2002 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 2002 Mercedes Benz 300?
The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2002 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.