2001 Mercedes Benz 320
Only 17 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 17 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 |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 49 |
| 1995 | 29 |
| 1996 | 14 |
| 1997 | 19 |
| 1998 | 39 |
| 1999 | 30 |
| 2000 | 17 |
| 2001 | 17 |
| 2002 | 11 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 17 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
5 of 17 total reports mention: electrical system.
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ONE OF THE FRONT HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLES OF MY 2001 MB E320 JUST STOPPED WORKING. UPON INSPECTION, I FOUND THAT THE WIRE INSULATION HAD VANISHED - SIMPLY DISAPPEARED - AND THERE WERE BARE WIRES COMING IN CONTACT WITH EACH OTHER.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120320
2 of 17 total reports mention: visibility.
2 of 17 total reports mention: steering.
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VEHICLE HOSE CLAMP BROKE WHICH CAUSED LOSS OF POWER STEERING. THERE WAS A RECALL ON A ML320 BECAUSE THE HOSE CLAMPS WEREN'T SAFE. DEALERSHIP REPLACED HOSE CLAMP.
NHTSA ODI report, 20030814
THE POWER STEERING HOSE BROKE, WHICH CAUSED THE STEERING TO WANDER TO THE LEFT AND RIGHT. *JB
NHTSA ODI report, 20030227
2 of 17 total reports mention: steering.
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THE STEERING WHEEL WAS HARD TO TURN.*JB
NHTSA ODI report, 20030227
2 of 17 total reports mention: seats.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2001 Mercedes Benz 320 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for steering issues (2 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 2001 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 2001 Mercedes Benz 320?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2001 Mercedes Benz 320 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.