2002 Mercedes Benz 320 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 320 years
- Fewer complaints than other years 8th of 8 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 Mercedes Benz 320. That ranks 8th out of 8 320 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (3 complaints, 27%), typically at around 31,307 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 11owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2002 Mercedes Benz 320 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 3 | 27% | 31,307 | — | — |
| Seats | 3 | 27% | 124,796 | — | — |
| Steering | 3 | 27% | 63,316 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 18% | 15,544 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 18% | 31,307 | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 18% | 40,044 | — | — |
| Tires | 2 | 18% | 7,500 | — | — |
| Visibility | 2 | 18% | 1,088 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 9% | 61,526 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2002 Mercedes Benz 320 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2002 Mercedes Benz 320.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Without noticable warning, the sensor panel flash for a second, then the car came to a sudden and complete stop, the engine shut off in the middle of busy freeway. After a few attempts, the vehicle restarted and was driven to the side of road. After towing to an experienced mercedes repair shop…
The passenger seat power adjustment module shorted, draining the battery and causing a no-start condition. While this did not occur while stuck in traffic, it easily could have, causing a serious hazard for myself, any passenger or another vehicle. The seat module had to be disconnected so there is…
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 mercedes benz 320. In november of 2008, the contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign id number 03v121000 (steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections) and took her vehicle to the dealer. The dealer installed a new hose clamp on the power…
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 mercedes benz ml 320. While parked in the contact's driveway, after severe rain, water leaked approximately four inches above the openings of the passenger and driver's side rear interior doors. In addition, there was power steering fluid leakage. The vehicle was taken to…
The consumer stated the vehicle burned an excessive amount oil. *jb
Other Mercedes Benz 320 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 11 | 0 |
| 2001 320 | 17 | 0 |
| 2000 320 | 17 | 0 |
| 1999 320 | 30 | 0 |
| 1998 320 | 39 | 0 |
| 1997 320 | 19 | 0 |
| 1996 320 | 14 | 0 |
| 1995 320 | 29 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Mercedes Benz 320?
Owners most often report electrical system, seats, steering problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2002 Mercedes Benz 320?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2002 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 2002 has fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.