MYRModel Year Report

1995 Mercedes Benz S500

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1995 Mercedes Benz S500
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:34:48.767Z

Only 4 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mercedes Benz S500 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1995 highlighted. 1993: 2 complaints 1993 1994: 2 complaints 1995: 4 complaints 1995 1996: 1 complaints 1999: 2 complaints 1999 2000: 55 complaints 2001: 34 complaints 2001 2002: 25 complaints 2003: 10 complaints 2003 2004: 12 complaints 2005: 11 complaints 2005 2006: 12 complaints 2007: 2 complaints 2007
1995: 4 complaints
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YearComplaints
19932
19942
19954
19961
19992
200055
200134
200225
200310
200412
200511
200612
20072

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

4 of 4 total reports mention: electrical system.

Show complaint excerpts

THE ELECTRICAL WIRING FOR THE CAR HAS FAILED. IT HAS COST US THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS IN REPAIRS IN THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND IN CAUSING OTHER PROBLEMS AND FAILURES IN OTHER AREAS . *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20150321

THE ENGINE LIGHT ON MY 1995 MERCEDES COUPE CAME ON CAR WITH MULTIPLE CODES AND MY MECHANIC COULD NOT FIND THE ISSUES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20141123

I NEVER RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FROM MB THAT THERE WAS A RECALL IN 2009 REGARDING EXTERIOR LIGHTING AND WAS NOT INFORMED THAT THE 1995 S SERIES MERCEDES WERE RECALLED FOR THE ELECTRICAL HARNESS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130702

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 of 4 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.

ENGINE

1 of 4 total reports mentions: engine.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1995 Mercedes Benz S500 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1995 Mercedes Benz S500 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 S500?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1995 Mercedes Benz S500 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.