Most common 1995 Mercedes-Benz 300 problems
Share of the 16 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Mercedes-Benz 300 complaints by model year
What 1995 Mercedes-Benz 300 owners say
Electrical system
The engine electrical harness on 1995 e320 Mercedes are flawed beyond belief. The entire harness bundle which includes high voltage lines for ignition coils and the fuel injection system has a severe fire problem due to the fact that the wire insulation is inferior in material quality. The insulation along these wire is cracking at a rate of every 1/4 inch, througout the entire harness. High voltage copper wire are making contact, these wire run on top of the fuel control system. All austin based Mercedes shops inform me that this is a common problem with this year and model, but Mercedes will not admit to it. This problem is as dangerous as any facing the current board and to have Mercedes Benz act like it is not a problem is just a bunch of fuey. …
Consumer was turning a corner when the vehicle stalled , total vehicle failure.smoke started coming from the hood bursting into flames . No damage to the interior of the vehicle, but to the right hand side underneath the hood, including the right front tire melted.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 1995 Mercedes-Benz 300 a good car?
Based on 16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 1995 300 rates use caution: 2.1× as many complaints as a typical year of the 300 at the same age. It is one of the 300 years we suggest avoiding. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 1995 Mercedes-Benz 300?
The electrical system — 7 complaints, 44% of all complaints for this model year, most often about wiring › front underhood. Next are the brakes (3) and transmission & drivetrain (2).
How many recalls does the 1995 Mercedes-Benz 300 have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1995 Mercedes-Benz 300. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Mercedes-Benz 300?
Years to avoid or approach with caution: 1995. See the full Mercedes-Benz 300 years comparison.
At what mileage do 1995 Mercedes-Benz 300 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 164,000 miles; 0% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.