1989 Mercedes Benz 300E
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1986 | 11 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 3 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1993 | 8 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 11 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
3 of 11 total reports mention: air bags.
2 of 11 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
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SUDDEN ACCELERATION . A 1989 MERCEDES BENZ 300E WITH AROUND 158,900 MILES. SINCE THE PAST 6 WEEKS HAS BEEN EXHIBITING THE APPARENTLY HARD TO PROOF CASE OF SUDDEN ACCELERATION. THE FIRST OCCURRENCE WAS WHILE DRIVING TO WORK ON HIGHWAY 101.
NHTSA ODI report, 20090331
1 of 11 total reports mentions: wheels.
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PASSENGER FRONT WHEEL CAME OFF OF VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING. *MR (OHIO TRAFFIC REPORT) THIS INCIDENT OCCURRED WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. *SCC *JB
NHTSA ODI report, 20031014
1 of 11 total reports mentions: visibility.
1 of 11 total reports mentions: seat belts.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1989 Mercedes Benz 300E — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for wheels issues (1 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 1989 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 1989 Mercedes Benz 300E?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1989 Mercedes Benz 300E have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.