2003 Mercedes Benz 170 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Apr 25, 2011 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other 170 years
Not enough data 2nd of 2 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2003 Mercedes Benz 170. That ranks 2nd out of 2 170 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is visibility (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 49,000 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 2003 Mercedes Benz 170 problems

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

Visibility1 · ~49,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Visibility1100%49,000——

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

2003 Mercedes Benz 170 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2003 Mercedes Benz 170.

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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.

I have a auto dimming rearview mirror on my 2003 slk 230 that has become blurry to look into due to a leakage of a chemical agent inside the mirror. The technology in the mirrors seem to be defective as there are many documented cases on this problem online by other mercedes owners. *tr

Visibility · received Apr 25, 2011 · NHTSA complaint 10397350

Other Mercedes Benz 170 years

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YearComplaintsRecalls
200310
1999 17020

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2003 Mercedes Benz 170?

Owners most often report visibility problems. The top one, visibility, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2003 Mercedes Benz 170?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2003 Mercedes Benz 170 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 170 model years, the 2003 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.