2001 Mercedes Benz 208 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 3, 2007 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other 208 years
Not enough data 3rd of 4 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2001 Mercedes Benz 208. That ranks 3rd out of 4 208 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 46,117 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 2001 Mercedes Benz 208 problems

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

Electrical System1 · ~46,117 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System1100%46,117——

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

2001 Mercedes Benz 208 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2001 Mercedes Benz 208.

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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.

Pixels in dash indications going out. Causing ambient temp and gear position to be unreadable. *tr

Electrical System · received Aug 3, 2007 · NHTSA complaint 10198354

Other Mercedes Benz 208 years

← 2000 208 · 2003 208 →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2004 20820
2003 20840
200110
2000 20800

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Mercedes Benz 208?

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

Was there a recall on the 2001 Mercedes Benz 208?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2001 Mercedes Benz 208 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 208 model years, the 2001 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.