MYRModel Year Report

2002 Mercedes Benz 320

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2002 Mercedes Benz 320
RENDERED 2026-09-17T03:41:11.810Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mercedes Benz 320 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2002 highlighted. 1994: 49 complaints 1994 1995: 29 complaints 1996: 14 complaints 1996 1997: 19 complaints 1998: 39 complaints 1998 1999: 30 complaints 2000: 17 complaints 2000 2001: 17 complaints 2002: 11 complaints 2002
2002: 11 complaints
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YearComplaints
199449
199529
199614
199719
199839
199930
200017
200117
200211

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 11 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

4 of 11 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing horn.

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WITHOUT NOTICABLE WARNING, THE SENSOR PANEL FLASH FOR A SECOND, THEN THE CAR CAME TO A SUDDEN AND COMPLETE STOP, THE ENGINE SHUT OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF BUSY FREEWAY. AFTER A FEW ATTEMPTS, THE VEHICLE RESTARTED AND WAS DRIVEN TO THE SIDE OF ROAD.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140505

Also filed under FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

2ND CAR, SAME COMPLAINTS. FIRST CAR WAS ADDMITTED TO BE A LEMON BY DEALER. THEY GAVE ME A NEW VEHICLE AT THAT TIME. I THOUGHT THIS WOULD BE OK BUT, NEW CAR HAS SAME PROBLEMS. WINDOWS DO NOT STAY UP WHEN YOU PRESS BUTTON FOR THEM TO CLOSE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20021022

STEERING

3 of 11 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing pump.

VISIBILITY

3 of 11 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing motor and windshield wiper/washer.

SEATS

3 of 11 total reports mention: seats, most commonly citing recliner and power adjust.

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THE PASSENGER SEAT POWER ADJUSTMENT MODULE SHORTED, DRAINING THE BATTERY AND CAUSING A NO-START CONDITION. WHILE THIS DID NOT OCCUR WHILE STUCK IN TRAFFIC, IT EASILY COULD HAVE, CAUSING A SERIOUS HAZARD FOR MYSELF, ANY PASSENGER OR ANOTHER VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130519

SEAT DOES NOT RETURN TO THE PRESET POSITION WITH KEY ACTIVATION. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20031219

TIRES

2 of 11 total reports mention: tires.

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SPONTANEOUS RUPTURE OF CONTINENTAL RADIAL TIRE.*JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20030228

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2002 Mercedes Benz 320 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (3 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2002 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 2002 Mercedes Benz 320?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 36% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2002 Mercedes Benz 320 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.