MYRModel Year Report

1998 Mercedes Benz C Class

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1998 Mercedes Benz C Class
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:35:17.349Z

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mercedes Benz C Class Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1998 highlighted. 1991: 1 complaints 1991 1994: 15 complaints 1995: 49 complaints 1995 1996: 6 complaints 1997: 3 complaints 1997 1998: 6 complaints 1998 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 2006
1998: 6 complaints
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YearComplaints
19911
199415
199549
19966
19973
19986
19997
20008
200114
200231
20039
200415
20055
20069

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

VISIBILITY

1 of 6 total reports mentions: visibility.

SUSPENSION

1 of 6 total reports mentions: suspension.

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REAR SUSPENSION BOUNCING CAUSING DIFFICULTY IN MAINTAINING CONTROL.

NHTSA ODI report, 19990218

SUSPENSION

1 of 6 total reports mentions: suspension.

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WAS DRIVING CAR AND HEARD LOUD NOISE GOT OUT AND SAW FRONT RIGHT SIDE WAS SITTING LOWER ON ONE SIDE. CAR PULLS HARD TO THE RIGHT. HAD MY MECHANIC INSPECT. CONCLUDED THAT THE CUP HOLDER THAT HOLDS THE VEHICLES SPRINGS WAS RUSTED OUT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140302

STRUCTURE

1 of 6 total reports mentions: structure.

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HEAT SHIELD MAKES NOISE WHEN VEHICLE IS TURNED OFF, DUE TO DESIGN.

NHTSA ODI report, 19990218

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 of 6 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

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GAS GAUGE SENSOR FAILED.

NHTSA ODI report, 19990422

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 20010731 — PE (closed 20011213)

BATTERY EXPLOSION

R 20020220 — electrical system

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH HOPPECKE BATTERIES. THE BATTERY MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE COULD BE LESS THAN NEEDED TO MAINTAIN PROPER ELECTROLYTE LEVELS.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BATTERIES, INCLUDING FLUID LEVELS. SOME BATTERIES MAY BE REPLACED IF NECESSARY, ON A CASE BY CASE BASIS. IN ADDITION TO THE BATTERY INSPECTION, THE ADDITION OF LABELS IN THE

Campaign 01V366000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20031217 — PE (closed 20040422)

ENGINE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY FAILURE

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1998 Mercedes Benz C Class — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 01V366000 (electrical system) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1998 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 1998 Mercedes Benz C Class?

The most-reported component is visibility:windshield, accounting for 17% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1998 Mercedes Benz C Class have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

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