Mercedes Benz 400 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 8 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Mercedes Benz 400, across 5 model years (1995–2001). The 2001 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.
Mercedes Benz 400 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No 400 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
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 400 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 1 |
All Mercedes Benz 400 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 400 | 2 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 2000 400 | 2 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 1999 400 | 1 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 1998 400 | 2 | 0 | — | Air Bags | |
| 1995 400 | 1 | 0 | — | Structure |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mercedes Benz 400 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2001 (2), 2000 (2), 1998 (2). 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 400?
Engine and Engine Cooling, with 3 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Mercedes Benz 400 have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.