2000 Mercedes Benz E320
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 96 |
| 1996 | 45 |
| 1997 | 63 |
| 1998 | 37 |
| 1999 | 83 |
| 2000 | 44 |
| 2001 | 38 |
| 2002 | 23 |
| 2003 | 214 |
| 2004 | 203 |
| 2005 | 231 |
| 2006 | 41 |
| 2007 | 17 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 8 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
18% of complaints: air bags — 8 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
MY HUSBAND I WAS TRAVELING SOUTHBOUND I-99 AT A SPEED OF 65 WE BOTH HAD OUR SEATBELT ON AND AT 11.20AM MERCEDES SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT ANY CONTACT WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE OR ACCIDENT..
NHTSA ODI report, 20181208
MY HUSBAND DRIVING ON 99 FREEWAY GOING SOUTH BOUND AT 11:20AM SIDE PASSAGER AIRBAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT ANY IMPACT WITH ANY CAR I WAS IN PASSAGER SIT AIRBAG INJURED ME BLOWING UP IN MY FACE MY FACE IS BRUISE, INJURED MY HEAD AND RIGHT SIDE OF MY BODU
NHTSA ODI report, 20181204
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCEDES BENZ E320. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, HE CRASHED AGAINST ANOTHER VEHICLE AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20131118
9% of complaints: suspension — 4 distinct reports on file.
7% of complaints: service brakes — 3 distinct reports on file.
Show complaint excerpts
i got abs warning on the dash board, anti lock brake warning, sbc warnings, brake shop warnings...messages, brake pedal travels to the floor,. not stopping the car at the least.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250130
7% of complaints: power train — 3 distinct reports on file.
FIRE7% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 3 distinct reports on file.
FIRESAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2000 Mercedes Benz E320 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (3 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 2000 Mercedes Benz E320 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2000 Mercedes Benz E320 is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Mercedes Benz E320?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 18% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 Mercedes Benz E320 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.