Mercedes Benz 220 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 22 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Mercedes Benz 220, across 4 model years (1995–2001). The 1995 model year has the most complaints (14). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Mercedes Benz 220 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical 220 year: 1995. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1995 220: 14 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1996 220: 5 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2000 220: 2 complaints, 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 220 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 13 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Visibility | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Mercedes Benz 220 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 220 | 1 | 0 | — | Suspension | |
| 2000 220 | 2 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 1996 220 | 5 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 1995 220 | 14 | 0 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mercedes Benz 220 years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 1995 (14) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical 220 year. 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 220?
Electrical System, with 13 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Mercedes Benz 220 have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.