1997 Mercedes-Benz E320 vs 1997 Toyota Camry
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1997 Mercedes-Benz E320 | 1997 Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 63 | 555 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 31 | 129 |
| Investigations | 1 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 79 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 27 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20 | 19–23 |
| Median reported mileage | 115,000 mi | 88,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz E320 | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 32 | 70 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 100 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 96 |
| Air Bags | 7 | 55 |
| Electrical System | 5 | 40 |
| Power Train | 5 | 35 |
| Seat Belts | 10 | 26 |
| Seats | 1 | 30 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 13 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 23 |
| Stalling | 0 | 20 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 12 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 11 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 10 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 9 |
1997 Mercedes-Benz E320
1997 Toyota Camry
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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.