1995 Mercedes-Benz E320 vs 1997 Mercedes-Benz E320
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 E320 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz E320 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 96 | 63 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 29 | 31 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–20 | 20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 108,000 mi | 115,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz E320 | Mercedes-Benz E320 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 89 | 5 |
| Suspension | 0 | 32 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 8 | 4 |
| Seat Belts | 0 | 10 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 7 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 | 1 |
| Structure | 2 | 4 |
| Power Train | 1 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Electrical failures | 67 | 0 |
| Stalling | 19 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 8 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 13 |
1995 Mercedes-Benz E320
1997 Mercedes-Benz E320
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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.