1997 Mercedes-Benz 420 problems by component
22 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1997 Mercedes-Benz 420, grouped by the component owners reported. Each component links to a detailed breakdown with mileage, severity and owner reports.
| Component | Complaints | Share | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension → | 11 | 50% | — |
| Power Train | 3 | 14% | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 9% | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 9% | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 5% | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 5% | — |
| Seats | 1 | 5% | — |
| Structure | 1 | 5% | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 5% | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 5% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.