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
- 17
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2001: 17 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
Only 17 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
8 of 17 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing interior/under dash and relay.
Show complaint excerpts
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, 2012-03-20
Also filed under Exterior lighting
Engine and engine cooling
5 of 17 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing cooling system and exhaust system.
Visibility
4 of 17 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing windshield wiper/washer and linkages.
Steering
4 of 17 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing hose, piping, and connections.
Show complaint excerpts
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, 2003-08-14
The power steering hose broke, which caused the steering to wander to the left and right.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-02-27
The steering wheel was hard to turn.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-02-27
Exterior lighting
4 of 17 total reports mention: exterior lighting, most commonly citing headlights.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2001 Mercedes Benz 320 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Visibility: 4 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 47% 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 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.