1997 Mercedes-Benz E320 vs 1998 Mercedes-Benz E320
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1997 Mercedes-Benz E320 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz E320 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 63 | 37 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 31 | 29 |
| Investigations | 1 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20 | 20–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 115,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz E320 | Mercedes-Benz E320 |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 32 | 7 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 8 |
| Seat Belts | 10 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 7 | 3 |
| Structure | 4 | 5 |
| Power Train | 5 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 5 | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 13 | 0 |
1997 Mercedes-Benz E320
1998 Mercedes-Benz E320
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.