1995 Mercedes-Benz E Class vs 1997 Mercedes-Benz E Class
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 | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E Class | 1997 Mercedes-Benz E Class |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 21 | 38 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 4 | 5 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 90,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz E Class | Mercedes-Benz E Class |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 1 | 20 |
| Electrical System | 15 | 2 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 1 |
| Structure | 0 | 6 |
| Seats | 2 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 0 | 3 |
| Visibility | 0 | 3 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Electrical failures | 10 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 6 |
1995 Mercedes-Benz E Class
1997 Mercedes-Benz E Class
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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.