1999 Mercedes-Benz E320 vs 2001 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 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz E320 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz E320 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 83 | 38 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 32 | 34 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 12 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21 | 20–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 88,500 mi | 93,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz E320 | Mercedes-Benz E320 |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 17 | 7 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 13 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 18 | 1 |
| Power Train | 11 | 6 |
| Suspension | 10 | 3 |
| Visibility | 6 | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 5 |
| Steering | 4 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 0 |
1999 Mercedes-Benz E320
2001 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.