MYRModel Year Report

1998 Mercedes Benz C Class

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1998 Mercedes Benz C Class
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:00:13.607Z

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 1998

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1991: 1 complaint 1991 1994: 15 complaints 1995: 49 complaints 1995 1996: 6 complaints 1997: 3 complaints 1998: 6 complaints 1998 6 1999: 7 complaints 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 1996: 6 complaints 1996 1997: 3 complaints 1997 1998: 6 complaints 1998 6 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 1996: 6 complaints 1996 1997: 3 complaints 1997 1998: 6 complaints 1998 6 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

1998: 6 complaints

View as data table
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.

Suspension

2 of 6 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing rear.

Show complaint excerpts

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, 2014-03-02

Heat shield makes noise when vehicle is turned off, due to design.

NHTSA ODI report, 1999-02-18

Also filed under Structure

Visibility

1 of 6 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing windshield.

Structure

1 of 6 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing underbody shields.

Fuel system, gasoline

1 of 6 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing tank assembly.

Show complaint excerpts

Gas gauge sensor failed.

NHTSA ODI report, 1999-04-22

Child seat

1 of 6 total reports mentions: child seat.

Safety timeline

1 recall · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    2001-07-31Preliminary evaluationClosed 2001-12-13 Battery explosion
  2. R
    2002-02-20Electrical system01V366000 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…

    Check if this car was fixed →

  3. I
    2003-12-17Preliminary evaluationClosed 2004-04-22 Engine crankshaft pulley failure

Buy-smart checklist

1998 Mercedes Benz C Class — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Suspension: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Structure: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 01V366000 · Electrical system
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 suspension, accounting for 33% 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 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.