2000 Mercedes Benz 320 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Mar 27, 2014 · 17 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other 320 years
About as many complaints as other years 5th of 8 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA about the 2000 Mercedes Benz 320. That ranks 5th out of 8 320 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes, hydraulic (4 complaints, 24%), typically at around 64,000 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 2 fires, 3 injuries. 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 2000 Mercedes Benz 320 problems

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

Service Brakes, Hydraulic4 · ~64,000 mi
Steering4 · ~145,000 mi
Air Bags3 · ~80,000 mi
Electrical System3 · ~167,000 mi
Visibility2
Engine and Engine Cooling1
Fuel System, Gasoline1
Power Train1 · ~46,000 mi
Seats1 · ~33,230 mi
Service Brakes, Electric1 · ~92,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Service Brakes, Hydraulic424%64,000——
Steering424%145,000——
Air Bags318%80,000——
Electrical System318%167,000——
Visibility212%———
Engine and Engine Cooling16%———
Fuel System, Gasoline16%———
Power Train16%46,000——
Seats16%33,230——
Service Brakes, Electric16%92,000——
Suspension16%101,000——
Tires16%333,959——
Vehicle Speed Control16%———

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2003, with 3 complaints
2001: 1200112002: 1200212003: 3200332004: 2200422005: 2200522007: 2200722008: 3200832009: 1200912013: 1201312014: 120141

n = 17 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2000 Mercedes Benz 320 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2000 Mercedes Benz 320.

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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.

While driving along the main street suddenly the steering became extremely stiff and the vehicle would not turn. Pulled over and had car towed back to the house. *tr

Steering · received Mar 27, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10575096

We bought our ml 320 new. I have had it for 13 years. No engine or transmission problems. A week ago i was at a stop light & smoke filled the interior of the car. Within minutes my car was on fire. The interior was in flames & the henderson fire department had to put out the fire. My car was burned…

Electrical System · received Aug 28, 2013 · NHTSA complaint 10537615

Srs light stays on , defective air bag. *tr

Air Bags · received Nov 28, 2009 · NHTSA complaint 10293788

In november 2008 i heard a bang and my front end dropped, i pulled over and drove home slowly and then heard another bang as i pulled into drive way. The two front perches that hold the springs in place failed due to mfg defect. I did research on internet and has been happening to e320 since 1999…

Suspension · received Dec 12, 2008 · NHTSA complaint 10251609

I was driving at about 60 mph when the cars brake system went on with any command. The yaw sensor on the brakes system are defective and the manufacture should replace them. I almost got into any accident. *tr

Service Brakes, Electric · received Aug 12, 2008 · NHTSA complaint 10237893

Other Mercedes Benz 320 years

← 1999 320 · 2001 320 →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2002 320110
2001 320170
2000170
1999 320300
1998 320390
1997 320190
1996 320140
1995 320290

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2000 Mercedes Benz 320?

Owners most often report service brakes, hydraulic, steering, air bags problems. The top one, service brakes, hydraulic, accounts for 4 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2000 Mercedes Benz 320?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2000 Mercedes Benz 320 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 320 model years, the 2000 has about as many complaints as a typical year. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.