1997 Mercedes Benz 190 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 29, 1999 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other 190 years
Not enough data 3rd of 3 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 1997 Mercedes Benz 190. That ranks 3rd out of 3 190 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is wheels (1 complaints, 100%). 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 1997 Mercedes Benz 190 problems

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

Wheels1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Wheels1100%———

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

1997 Mercedes Benz 190 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 1997 Mercedes Benz 190.

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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.

Rear wheel is bent. Consumer took vehicle to the dealership. No further information. *ak

Wheels · received Sep 29, 1999 · NHTSA complaint 849281

Other Mercedes Benz 190 years

← 1995 190 · 1999 190 →

YearComplaintsRecalls
1999 19050
199710
1995 19030

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1997 Mercedes Benz 190?

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

Was there a recall on the 1997 Mercedes Benz 190?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 1997 Mercedes Benz 190 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 190 model years, the 1997 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.