MYRModel Year Report

1987 Mercedes Benz 560

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1987 Mercedes Benz 560
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:32:10.321Z

Only 4 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 4 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 560 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1987 highlighted. 1984: 0 complaints 1984 1985: 1 complaints 1986: 8 complaints 1986 1987: 4 complaints 1987 1988: 13 complaints 1988 1989: 7 complaints 1990: 5 complaints 1990 1991: 3 complaints 1994: 1 complaints 1994
1987: 4 complaints
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YearComplaints
19840
19851
19868
19874
198813
19897
19905
19913
19941

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

VISIBILITY

1 of 4 total reports mentions: visibility.

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TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1987 MERCEDES BENZ 560SL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER SIDE SUN VISOR BROKE AND FELL; THE PLASTIC THAT HELD THE VISOR BROKE. THE CONTACT CALLED THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT THE CONTACT WOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR REPAIR COSTS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20101105

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 4 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

CRASH
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VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED FORWARD, RESULTING IN IMPACT WITH THE HOUSE. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950620

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 of 4 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

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FAULTY FUEL PUMP RELAY CAUSED VEHICLE TO STALL INTERMITTENTLY.

NHTSA ODI report, 19961231

AIR BAGS

1 of 4 total reports mentions: air bags.

CRASH INJURY
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FRONTAL COLLISION IMPACT 12:00 POSITION, SPEED 65MPH, AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950329

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19880310 — PE (closed 19880502)

ABS FAILURES

I 19880715 — EA (closed 19900731)

SUDDEN ACCELERATION

R Date not on file — equipment

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: STRETCH LIMOUSINES ALTERED BY KELLY/COACHWORKS. LIMOUSINES MAY NOT CONTAIN ALTERERS CERTIFICATION LABEL IN VIOLATION OF 49 CFR PART 567.

Remedy: INSTALL ALTERERS LABELS AS REQUIRED.

Campaign 90V131000 — check if this car was fixed

R Date not on file — equipment

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: STRETCH LIMOUSINES ALTERED BY KELLY/COACHWORKS, INC. LIMOUSINE MAY NOT HAVE ALTERERS TIRE PLACARD WITH CORRECT TIRE SIZE AND LOAD INFORMATION, AS REQUIRED BY FMVSS 110.

Remedy: INSTALL CORRECT TIRE PLACARD.

Campaign 90V132000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1987 Mercedes Benz 560 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 90V131000 (equipment) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 90V132000 (equipment) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1987 Mercedes Benz 560 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 1987 Mercedes Benz 560?

The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1987 Mercedes Benz 560 have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.