Recalls (0)
NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns for the 1997 Mercedes-Benz 320. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Owner complaints (19)
19 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The suspension is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 19 |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 5 | 26.3% |
| Air bags | 3 | 15.8% |
| Electrical system | 3 | 15.8% |
| Exterior lighting | 3 | 15.8% |
| Visibility | 3 | 15.8% |
| Power train | 2 | 10.5% |
| Structure | 2 | 10.5% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 5.3% |
| Equipment | 1 | 5.3% |
| Service brakes | 1 | 5.3% |
How 1997 compares with other 320 years
Best and worst 320 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 1994 | 49 | 1 |
| 1995 | 29 | 0 |
| 1996 | 14 | 0 |
| 1997 | 19 | 0 |
| 1998 | 39 | 0 |
| 1999 | 30 | 0 |
| 2000 | 17 | 0 |
| 2001 | 17 | 0 |
| 2002 | 11 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
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1997 Mercedes-Benz 320 FAQ
How many recalls does the 1997 Mercedes-Benz 320 have?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1997 Mercedes-Benz 320. Check a specific car with NHTSA's VIN lookup, which also covers newly announced recalls.
What are the most common 1997 Mercedes-Benz 320 problems?
Owners filed 19 complaints with NHTSA. Suspension (5), Air bags (3), Electrical system (3) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
How does the 1997 320 compare with other years?
Among the 1994–2002 Mercedes-Benz 320 model years at least five years old, the 2002 drew the fewest complaints (11) and the 1994 the most (49). The 1997 drew 19. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.