1995 Mercedes Benz C Class

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1995 Mercedes Benz C Class
RENDERED 2026-10-31T14:14:43.839Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

Complaints
49
Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Electrical system

102% of complaints

Complaints per year

1991: 1 complaint 1991 1994: 15 complaints 1995: 49 complaints 1995 49 1996: 6 complaints 1997: 3 complaints 1997 1998: 6 complaints 1999: 7 complaints 1999 2000: 8 complaints 2001: 14 complaints 2001 2002: 31 complaints 2003: 9 complaints 2003 2004: 15 complaints 2005: 5 complaints 2005 2006: 9 complaints
1991: 1 complaint 1991 1994: 15 complaints 1994 1995: 49 complaints 1995 49 1996: 6 complaints 1996 1997: 3 complaints 1997 1998: 6 complaints 1998 1999: 7 complaints 1999 2000: 8 complaints 2000 2001: 14 complaints 2001 2002: 31 complaints 2002 2003: 9 complaints 2003 2004: 15 complaints 2004 2005: 5 complaints 2005 2006: 9 complaints 2006
1991: 1 complaint 1991 1994: 15 complaints 1994 1995: 49 complaints 1995 49 1996: 6 complaints 1996 1997: 3 complaints 1997 1998: 6 complaints 1998 1999: 7 complaints 1999 2000: 8 complaints 2000 2001: 14 complaints 2001 2002: 31 complaints 2002 2003: 9 complaints 2003 2004: 15 complaints 2004 2005: 5 complaints 2005 2006: 9 complaints 2006

1995: 49 complaints

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YearComplaints
19911
199415
199549
19966
19973
19986
19997
20008
200114
200231
20039
200415
20055
20069

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Electrical system

102% · 50 reports

Most commonly citing front underhood and wiring.

FIREINJURY
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We just bought a 95 Mercedes Benz C280.we got it in dallas and drove home to austin.

NHTSA ODI report, 2007-08-02

Vehicle has had continual mechanical as well as electrical problems, details not provided. Yh

NHTSA ODI report, 2000-07-06

Engine and engine cooling

6% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing catalytic convertor.

Fuel system, other

4% · 2 reports

Vehicle speed control

4% · 2 reports

Most commonly citing linkages.

CRASHINJURYDEATH
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Sudden acceleration, loss of control after stop and proceeding on residential street. Collision resulted from sudden acceleration, loss of control and non-responsive brakes.

NHTSA ODI report, 2006-11-20

Power train

4% · 2 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission.

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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Buy-smart checklist

1995 Mercedes Benz C Class — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 50 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, other: 2 reports on file for this year.

FAQ

Is the 1995 Mercedes Benz C Class 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 1995 Mercedes Benz C Class?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 102% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 Mercedes Benz C Class 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.