2001 Mercedes-Benz E320 vs 2001 Mercury Sable
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 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz E320 | 2001 Mercury Sable |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 38 | 430 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 34 | 106 |
| Investigations | 0 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 32 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–21 | 19–20 |
| Median reported mileage | 93,000 mi | 65,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz E320 | Mercury Sable |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 3 | 204 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 61 |
| Electrical System | 13 | 26 |
| Air Bags | 7 | 27 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 33 |
| Power Train | 6 | 22 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 23 |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 | 13 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 21 |
| Stalling | 0 | 15 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 9 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 7 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 7 |
2001 Mercedes-Benz E320
2001 Mercury Sable
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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.