1999 Mercedes Benz 320
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.
- Complaints
- 30
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Electrical system
None on file
None on file
23% of complaints
Complaints per year
1999: 30 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 49 |
| 1995 | 29 |
| 1996 | 14 |
| 1997 | 19 |
| 1998 | 39 |
| 1999 | 30 |
| 2000 | 17 |
| 2001 | 17 |
| 2002 | 11 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Electrical system
23% · 7 reportsMost commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery and wiring.
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While driving 40 MPH vehicle suddenly started smoking on the right side. Then two minutes later, vehicle caught on fire. Vehicle was totaled.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-01-20
The battery and air bag exploded, while the vehicle was parked. (Lawyer, trevor grimm, on behalf of client).
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-03-18
Also filed under Air bags
Power train
17% · 5 reportsMost commonly citing automatic transmission and axle assembly.
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Transmission disengaged then downshifted (1ST) while driving. Brakes engaged. Car came to violent halt , then car and passengers were lurched back & forth uncontrollably without operator input, rpms erratic until key removed.
NHTSA ODI report, 1999-10-12
Also filed under Service brakes, air
This is a correction to the submission made earlier this morning. Just like the GM cars that are currently being recalled, my car turned itself off while I was traveling at 60 MPH on a limited access road.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-03-09
Engine and engine cooling
17% · 5 reportsMost commonly citing gasoline and engine.
Vehicle speed control
10% · 3 reportsMost commonly citing accelerator pedal.
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Model ML320 the cruise control stalk on this vehicle is located directly above the turn signal stalk. The cruise control & turn signal stalks are of equal length.
NHTSA ODI report, 1998-11-25
Steering
10% · 3 reportsMost commonly citing hose, piping, and connections and pump.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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1999 Mercedes Benz 320 — pre-purchase inspection
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- Electrical system: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 5 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1999 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 1999 Mercedes Benz 320?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 23% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1999 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.