MYRModel Year Report

1998 Mercedes Benz 320

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1998 Mercedes Benz 320
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:53:11.753Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
39
Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Exterior lighting

23% of complaints

Complaints per year

1994: 49 complaints 1994 1995: 29 complaints 1996: 14 complaints 1996 1997: 19 complaints 1998: 39 complaints 1998 39 1999: 30 complaints 2000: 17 complaints 2000 2001: 17 complaints 2002: 11 complaints 2002
1994: 49 complaints 1994 1995: 29 complaints 1995 1996: 14 complaints 1996 1997: 19 complaints 1997 1998: 39 complaints 1998 39 1999: 30 complaints 1999 2000: 17 complaints 2000 2001: 17 complaints 2001 2002: 11 complaints 2002
1994: 49 complaints 1994 1995: 29 complaints 1995 1996: 14 complaints 1996 1997: 19 complaints 1997 1998: 39 complaints 1998 39 1999: 30 complaints 1999 2000: 17 complaints 2000 2001: 17 complaints 2001 2002: 11 complaints 2002

1998: 39 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
199449
199529
199614
199719
199839
199930
200017
200117
200211

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Exterior lighting

23% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing headlights and flasher unit.

Visibility

18% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing power window devices and controls and sun/moon roof assembly.

Service brakes

13% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

Steering

13% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic power assist system and tie rod assembly.

FIREINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

Steering wheel rod broke while changing lane causing a severe injury to drivers right hand.

NHTSA ODI report, 1999-02-01

The vehicle was taken to the dealer for maintenance and the mechanic noticed that power steering needed to be replaced because an essential part was missing. *ak there was low fluid.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-10-30

Fuel system, gasoline

10% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing tank assembly and fuel pump.

Show complaint excerpts

While driving 30 MPH, vehicle lost all power, stopping all of a sudden, and failing in middle of road. Owner said she almost was struck in the rear. Dealership inspected vehicle, and found that fuel pump was the cause.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-08-30

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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Buy-smart checklist

1998 Mercedes Benz 320 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Exterior lighting: 9 reports on file for this year.
  • Visibility: 7 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 5 reports on file for this year.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1998 Mercedes Benz 320 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 1998 Mercedes Benz 320?
The most-reported component is exterior lighting, accounting for 23% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1998 Mercedes Benz 320 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.