Mercedes Benz 190 Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 12, 2002 · 9 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 9 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Mercedes Benz 190, across 3 model years (1995–1999). The 1999 model year has the most complaints (5). The most reported problem area overall is power train.

Peak: 1999, with 5 complaints
1995: 3199531997: 1199711999: 519995

n = 9 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Mercedes Benz 190 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No 190 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 1999 190: 5 complaints, 0 recalls
  2. 1995 190: 3 complaints, 0 recalls
  3. 1997 190: 1 complaint, 0 recalls

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common Mercedes Benz 190 problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Power Train320
Engine and Engine Cooling220
Electrical System110
Exterior Lighting110
Parking Brake110
Seats110
Service Brakes, Hydraulic110
Wheels110

All Mercedes Benz 190 model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
1999 19050—Power Train
1997 19010—Wheels
1995 19030—Electrical System

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Frequently asked questions

Which Mercedes Benz 190 years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1999 (5), 1995 (3), 1997 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the Mercedes Benz 190?

Power Train, with 3 complaints across 2 model years.

How many recalls does the Mercedes Benz 190 have?

0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.