1993 Mercedes-Benz 400E vs 1993 Saturn SL
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 400E | 1993 Saturn SL |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 19 | 175 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 3 | 2 |
| Investigations | 0 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 24 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 8 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 24–28 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz 400E | Saturn SL |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 14 | 19 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 30 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 0 | 32 |
| Power Train | 0 | 26 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 19 |
| Seats | 0 | 21 |
| Seat Belts | 0 | 15 |
| Air Bags | 0 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Electrical failures | 14 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 10 |
| Stalling | 0 | 8 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 6 |
1993 Mercedes-Benz 400E
1993 Saturn SL
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.