1995 Mercedes Benz C220 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other C220 years
- Far more complaints than other years 1st of 4 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 53 complaints with NHTSA about the 1995 Mercedes Benz C220. That is the most of any C220 model year in the database (4 years). The most reported problem area is electrical system (30 complaints, 57%), typically at around 144,000 miles. Complaints mention 8 crashes, 2 fires, 4 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 53owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 8complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1995 Mercedes Benz C220 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 | 30 | 57% | 144,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 11% | 155,242 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 9% | 157,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 4 | 8% | 160,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 3 | 6% | 145,500 | — | — |
| Suspension | 3 | 6% | 160,000 | — | — |
| Visibility | 3 | 6% | 675,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 4% | 160,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 4% | 191,000 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 4% | 675,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 4% | 675,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1995 Mercedes Benz C220 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 1995 Mercedes Benz C220.
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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.
My vehicle shuts off at start up and also during driving in motion. This happens at various times during the day while stationary, on a city street, or turning while the car is in motion. My mechanic says the engine wiring harness needs to be completely replaced. I've owned this mercedes for years…
High voltage wiring harness sheathing gone. Car will not start. In garage found the defective harness.
Tl* the contact owns a 1995 mercedes benz c220. While parked, the contact's vehicle was rear ended by another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact struck her head on the steering wheel and the seat belt failed to properly secure her. The contact was transported to the hospital for…
I started my car and began driving home from work. I was going about 55 mph when the car suddenly began to shut down; like the power was suddenly turned off. Then, like a child flipping the lights on and off, the car began to jerk forward and back as the power and engine went on and off again. When…
I was changing my oil and checking my level and suddenly there was a spark and then fire but i took it out fast with sand.it was the wiring harness they were all cracked and some of it are disintegrating.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1995 Mercedes Benz C220?
Owners most often report electrical system, vehicle speed control, engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 30 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1995 Mercedes Benz C220?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 1995 Mercedes Benz C220 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other C220 model years, the 1995 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.