1998 Mercedes Benz C220

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1998 Mercedes Benz C220
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:07:04.166Z

Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
2

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1994: 24 complaints 1994 1995: 53 complaints 1995 1996: 31 complaints 1996 1998: 2 complaints 1998 2
1994: 24 complaints 1994 1995: 53 complaints 1995 1996: 31 complaints 1996 1998: 2 complaints 1998 2
1994: 24 complaints 1994 1995: 53 complaints 1995 1996: 31 complaints 1996 1998: 2 complaints 1998 2

1998: 2 complaints

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YearComplaints
199424
199553
199631
19982

Known problem areas

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Visibility

1 of 2 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing windshield wiper/washer.

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Windshield wipers inoperative.

NHTSA ODI report, 1999-03-26

Suspension

1 of 2 total reports mentions: suspension.

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The car is extremely unsteady on the freeways when driving about 70-78 or more miles per hour. This happens when a breeze hits the car or when passing big trucks.

NHTSA ODI report, 1999-03-14

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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Buy-smart checklist

1998 Mercedes Benz C220 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

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

FAQ

Is the 1998 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 1998 Mercedes Benz C220?
The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1998 Mercedes Benz C220 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.