1998 Mercedes-Benz E320 vs 1999 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 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz E320 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz E320 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 37 | 83 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 29 | 32 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 12 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–21 | 21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 88,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz E320 | Mercedes-Benz E320 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 8 | 18 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 17 |
| Suspension | 7 | 10 |
| Power Train | 2 | 11 |
| Structure | 5 | 5 |
| Visibility | 4 | 6 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 8 |
| Tires | 2 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 5 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 5 |
1998 Mercedes-Benz E320
1999 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.