MYRModel Year Report

1994 Mercedes Benz 500

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1994 Mercedes Benz 500
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:01:08.055Z

Only 6 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 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
6

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1994

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1984: 1 complaint 1984 1985: 1 complaint 1986: 0 complaints 1987: 0 complaints 1987 1988: 0 complaints 1990: 1 complaint 1991: 0 complaints 1991 1992: 15 complaints 1993: 22 complaints 1994: 6 complaints 1994 6 1995: 8 complaints 1996: 6 complaints 1997: 8 complaints 1997 1998: 2 complaints 1999: 7 complaints 2000: 9 complaints 2000 2003: 11 complaints
1984: 1 complaint 1984 1985: 1 complaint 1986: 0 complaints 1986 1987: 0 complaints 1988: 0 complaints 1988 1990: 1 complaint 1991: 0 complaints 1991 1992: 15 complaints 1993: 22 complaints 1993 1994: 6 complaints 1994 6 1995: 8 complaints 1995 1996: 6 complaints 1997: 8 complaints 1997 1998: 2 complaints 1999: 7 complaints 1999 2000: 9 complaints 2003: 11 complaints 2003
1984: 1 complaint 1984 1985: 1 complaint 1985 1986: 0 complaints 1986 1987: 0 complaints 1987 1988: 0 complaints 1988 1990: 1 complaint 1990 1991: 0 complaints 1991 1992: 15 complaints 1992 1993: 22 complaints 1993 1994: 6 complaints 1994 6 1995: 8 complaints 1995 1996: 6 complaints 1996 1997: 8 complaints 1997 1998: 2 complaints 1998 1999: 7 complaints 1999 2000: 9 complaints 2000 2003: 11 complaints 2003

1994: 6 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19841
19851
19860
19870
19880
19901
19910
199215
199322
19946
19958
19966
19978
19982
19997
20009
200311

Known problem areas

Only 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Electrical system

7 of 6 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing wiring and front underhood.

Show complaint excerpts

While driving 35 MPH, the vehicle asr sensor light comes on. As a result the vehicle would stall. The cause has yet to be determined. Please provide additional information. *ph dealer wouldn't help.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-12-04

Complaint regarding international fraud and harassment practices involving Mercedes Benz.*mr the consumer stated the vehicle had just over 31,000 miles on the vehicle, when it started to odometer and electrical computer switch problems.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-12-03

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1996-11-15Visibility96V175000 If one of the headlamp wiper arms becomes misaligned, the wiper balde can lodge in the groove under the headlamp. If the washers are activated with the wiper blade in the misaligned and lodged…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the headlamp washer pump on these vehicles.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1994 Mercedes Benz 500 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 7 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 96V175000 · Visibility
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1994 Mercedes Benz 500 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 1994 Mercedes Benz 500?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 117% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1994 Mercedes Benz 500 have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.