1995 Mercedes Benz 129 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jul 10, 2012 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other 129 years
Not enough data 1st of 3 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 1995 Mercedes Benz 129. That is the most of any 129 model year in the database (3 years). The most reported problem area is electrical system (2 complaints, 100%), typically at around 79,770 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 1995 Mercedes Benz 129 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electrical System2 · ~79,770 mi
Engine1 · ~67,000 mi
Fuel/propulsion System1 · ~67,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System2100%79,770——
Engine150%67,000——
Fuel/propulsion System150%67,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2006, with 1 complaints
2006: 1200612012: 120121

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

1995 Mercedes Benz 129 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 1995 Mercedes Benz 129.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Asr light came on, came up to a red light on a hill, stopped , light turned green and when i attempted to accelerate the car had almost no power and had a very hard time getting through the light. The car was taken to the repair shop where they were unable to diagnose the problem. The tester was…

Electrical System · received Jul 10, 2012 · NHTSA complaint 10465156

Check engine light on dashboard,idle rough,stalling of car. I checked the engine harness connector to the air mass meter and gently moved the wires. The outside insulation began to smoke, then melted from the heat. I quickly turned off the car's engine and checked the damage. The insulation…

Electrical System · received Feb 21, 2006 · NHTSA complaint 10150787

Other Mercedes Benz 129 years

1997 129 →

YearComplaintsRecalls
1999 12910
1997 12910
199520

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1995 Mercedes Benz 129?

Owners most often report electrical system, engine, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 1995 Mercedes Benz 129?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 1995 Mercedes Benz 129 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 129 model years, the 1995 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.