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1986 Mercedes Benz 300E

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1986 Mercedes Benz 300E
RENDERED 2026-09-17T04:44:33.945Z

Only 11 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 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mercedes Benz 300E Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1986 highlighted. 1986: 11 complaints 1986 1989: 11 complaints 1989 1990: 3 complaints 1990 1991: 7 complaints 1991 1993: 8 complaints 1993
1986: 11 complaints
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YearComplaints
198611
198911
19903
19917
19938

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 11 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

AIR BAGS

5 of 11 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing frontal and sensor/control module.

INJURY
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FALSE DEPLOYMENT OF AIRBAG, CAUSING INJURIES AFTER RECALL.

NHTSA ODI report, 19960923

Also filed under SEAT BELTS

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

2 of 11 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing tank assembly.

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I JUST EXPERIENCED MY 4TH FUEL TANK FRACTURE OVER 5 YEARS. THE FRACTURES OCCUR IN THE SURFACE OF THE TANK NOT CAUSED BY WEAR OF ANY SORT. THEY JUST SPONTANEOUSLY OCCUR.

NHTSA ODI report, 20060112

I HAVE EXPERIENCED HAIRLINE CRACK FAILURES IN THREE (3) SEPARATE FUEL TANKS PLACED INTO MY 1986 MERCEDES 300E 4 DOOR SEDAN OVER 6 YEARS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20050812

SUSPENSION

2 of 11 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing rear and front.

SEATS

2 of 11 total reports mention: seats, most commonly citing recliner and power adjust.

POWER TRAIN

2 of 11 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing driveshaft and park/neutral start interlock switch.

CRASH

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 19861002 — PE (closed 19870114)

SUDDEN ACCELERATION

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1986 Mercedes Benz 300E — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1986 Mercedes Benz 300E 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 1986 Mercedes Benz 300E?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 45% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1986 Mercedes Benz 300E have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.