MYRModel Year Report

1995 Mercedes Benz C220

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1995 Mercedes Benz C220
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:09:09.044Z

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.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mercedes Benz C220 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1995 highlighted. 1994: 24 complaints 1994 1995: 53 complaints 1995 1996: 31 complaints 1996 1998: 2 complaints 1998
1995: 53 complaints
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YearComplaints
199424
199553
199631
19982

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 32%

32% of complaints: electrical system — 17 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE
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MY VEHICLE SHUTS OFF AT START UP AND ALSO DURING DRIVING IN MOTION. THIS HAPPENS AT VARIOUS TIMES DURING THE DAY WHILE STATIONARY, ON A CITY STREET, OR TURNING WHILE THE CAR IS IN MOTION.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180728

I TOOK MY CAR TO A MECHANIC WITH AN UNRELATED ENGINE PROBLEM WHICH WAS RESOLVED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120725

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 13%

13% of complaints: electrical system — 7 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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THE ELECTRICAL INSULATION OF THE MAIN WIRING HARNESS HAS VIRTUALLY DISINTEGRATED, APPARENTLY FROM THE (NORMAL) HEAT OF THE ENGINE. THE INSULATION LITERALLY FLAKES AWAY IN MY HAND WHEN BEING HANDLED EVEN WITH THE MOST GENTLE TOUCH.

NHTSA ODI report, 20070925

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 11%

11% of complaints: electrical system — 6 distinct reports on file.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 9%

9% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 5 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 8%

8% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 4 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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SUDDEN ACCELERATION. VEHICLE WOULD NOT STOP WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED. *JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20030623

WHILE IN A CAR WASH PLACED LEVER IN PARK AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN AND STRUCK ANOTHER VEHICLE. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK *ML

NHTSA ODI report, 19981202

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1995 Mercedes Benz C220 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (17 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (6 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1995 Mercedes Benz C220 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 C220?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 32% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1995 Mercedes Benz C220 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

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