2000 Mercedes Benz 500
Only 9 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 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 9
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2000: 9 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 1 |
| 1985 | 1 |
| 1986 | 0 |
| 1987 | 0 |
| 1988 | 0 |
| 1990 | 1 |
| 1991 | 0 |
| 1992 | 15 |
| 1993 | 22 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 2 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2003 | 11 |
Known problem areas
Only 9 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Suspension
3 of 9 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing air suspension system and front.
Show complaint excerpts
While driving 40-45 MPH suspension/automatic stability control light came on, vehicle became lower to the ground. Vehicle was towed to the dealer, who informed consumer that air suspension system needed to be replaced.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-11-19
Also filed under Electronic stability control
While driving the vehicle between 55-65 MPH, the vehicle goes into a violent vibration, that could cause driver to lose control of the vehicle. Vehicle was brought to the dealership.
NHTSA ODI report, 1999-11-03
Also filed under Service brakes, hydraulic
Service brakes
2 of 9 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Power train
2 of 9 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing axle assembly and automatic transmission.
Electrical system
2 of 9 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing interior/under dash.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 Mercedes Benz s 500. The contact stated that the key was able to be inserted in the ignition but could not be turned. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-03-30
Tires
1 of 9 total reports mentions: tires.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2005-11-10Preliminary evaluationClosed 2006-02-08 Instrument cluster failure
Buy-smart checklist
2000 Mercedes Benz 500 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Suspension: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2000 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 2000 Mercedes Benz 500?
- The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2000 Mercedes Benz 500 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.