1999 Mercedes Benz 210 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 12, 2006 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other 210 years
Not enough data 1st of 4 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 1999 Mercedes Benz 210. That is the most of any 210 model year in the database (4 years). The most reported problem area is suspension (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 130,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.

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

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Most common 1999 Mercedes Benz 210 problems

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

Suspension1 · ~130,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Suspension1100%130,000——

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

1999 Mercedes Benz 210 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 1999 Mercedes Benz 210.

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NHTSA defect investigations

  • Engine crankshaft pulley failure (PE03058) — opened Dec 17, 2003, closed Apr 22, 2004.

Recent owner reports

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

Driving along approximately 50 mph and right front coil spring came off of car due to upper spring perch rotted out. No repairs as of yet. *jb

Suspension · received Oct 12, 2006 · NHTSA complaint 10170677

Other Mercedes Benz 210 years

← 1998 210 · 2000 210 →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2000 21010
199910
1998 21000
1997 21010

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1999 Mercedes Benz 210?

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

Was there a recall on the 1999 Mercedes Benz 210?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 1999 Mercedes Benz 210 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 210 model years, the 1999 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.