1999 Mercedes Benz E300
Only 13 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 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 13
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1999: 13 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 1 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 13 |
| 2001 | 2 |
| 2002 | 1 |
| 2009 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 13 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Suspension
4 of 13 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing front.
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1999 Mercedes Benz e-300. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle suspension collapse. *smd the consumer stated the suspension collapsed after hitting a bump in the road.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-06-17
Power train
2 of 13 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.
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The car vibrates in decelaration at about 40MPH, manufacturer is aware but does not repair do to low number of complaints.
NHTSA ODI report, 1999-09-24
Vehicle speed control
2 of 13 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing cruise control.
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While driving with the cruise control set to 72 MPH consumer attempted to disengage the cruise control and vehicle took off like a jet. As a result, vehicle jumped the median on the highway, damaging the under carriage of the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-10-29
Exiting the freeway, vehicle would not decelerate with brakes applied, ABS system was locking & unlocking, and tires were spinning on wet pavement. Cruise control had not been engaged.
NHTSA ODI report, 2001-05-29
Also filed under Service brakes, hydraulic
Service brakes
2 of 13 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Fuel system, other
1 of 13 total reports mentions: fuel system, other, most commonly citing hoses, lines/piping, and fittings.
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Fuel line leaks X4. 1999 mercedes 300 td. Starting in feb. 03 first fuel line leak. Car would not start towed to dealer. Fuel line replaced. Twice again in March of 03, fuel line leaks. Repaired by dealer.
NHTSA ODI report, 2005-11-27
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2007-04-19Preliminary evaluationClosed 2007-08-09 Front suspension coil spring ejection
Buy-smart checklist
1999 Mercedes Benz E300 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Suspension: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 2 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1999 Mercedes Benz E300 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 1999 Mercedes Benz E300?
- The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1999 Mercedes Benz E300 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.