Most common 2000 Mercedes-Benz E320 problems
Share of the 44 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Mercedes-Benz E320 complaints by model year
Best E320 years: 2008, 2009, 2002. Years to avoid: 2005, 2004, 2003, 1999, 1997. Compare all years →
What 2000 Mercedes-Benz E320 owners say
Air bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 Mercedes Benz E320. While driving 40 MPH, the contact heard a noise underneath the vehicle. Upon inspection, the contact noticed that the driveshaft of the vehicle fractured. In addition, the contact noticed smoke coming from the side curtain air bag, but the air bag failed to deploy. The air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The failure mileage was 163,000.
While driving along fort dix road, in pemberton, nj, the driver side airbags deployed, with no explain sign. Upon the deployment of the airbags the vehicle lost power and was unable to accelerate to drive to side of road was able to roll. Upon the vehicle stopping, the airbags smacked me on my left side leaving me in total pain on my left side upper arm. Upon getting out of the vehicle, I noticed that the airbags had only deployed on the driver's side, both front and back doors airbags along with the airbag in drivers side upper area which covered the windows. My four year old daughter was in the car, on the passenger side but no damage or deployment of airbags. Upon trying to start the vehicle and moving it completely off the ride, the vehicle would not move, even when vehicle was put in drive or reverse.
Electrical system
My mint condition w210 '00 E320 Mercedes caught fire last week while my wife was pulling into her high rise office garage in downtown seattle. Fortunately, she was able to escape without injury before the fire grew and consumed the whole engine compartment. This engine fire started on its own with no outside factors. This car had been fully maintained during my 11 year ownership by Mercedes of bellevue and Mercedes of seattle. The car only had 155,000 miles on it, still fairly low mileage compared to the other Mercedes I have owned over the years. I notified Mercedes of seattle about this incident. No one in service seemed particularly concerned at the dealership, although they mentioned they have never seem a w210 catch on fire and burn on its own. Thus my message to you.
Dt*: the contact stated the rear windows failed to operate without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealership, where it was determined the window regulator fractured. The window regulators were replaced. The blower motor was replaced. Updated 01/16/07. The consumer discovered the reason why the windows fail as they do, is because they aren't used frequently. The clock was losing time, the stop light switch was defective and ultimately replaced. The horn was replaced, transmission fluid was leaking. The air mass senor was replaced, the coolant light illuminated, the consumer had trouble shifting the gear into reverse, the A/C was blowing hot air, the throttle valve was replaced, the consumer stated the engine had a loud valve train noise. Updated 03/02/07.
Transmission & drivetrain
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 Mercedes Benz E320. While driving 40 MPH, the contact heard a noise underneath the vehicle. Upon inspection, the contact noticed that the driveshaft of the vehicle fractured. In addition, the contact noticed smoke coming from the side curtain air bag, but the air bag failed to deploy. The air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The failure mileage was 163,000.
Driving normally at 40 MPH when the car gave out a loud grinding noise, and started to slow down on its own. Car stopped in the middle of a busy road and needed to be towed for service. A new front driveshaft was needed .
2000 Mercedes-Benz E320 engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.2L 6-cyl | 5-speed automatic | RWD | 18 / 27 / 21 |
EPA ratings. Class: Midsize car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2000 Mercedes-Benz E320 a good car?
Based on 44 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2000 E320 rates average: about as many complaints as a typical year of the E320 at the same age. 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 2000 Mercedes-Benz E320?
The air bags — 12 complaints, 27% of all complaints for this model year, most often about frontal. Next are the electrical system (8) and transmission & drivetrain (7).
How many recalls does the 2000 Mercedes-Benz E320 have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2000 Mercedes-Benz E320. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Mercedes-Benz E320?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2008, 2009 and 2002. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2005, 2004, 2003, 1999 and 1997. See the full Mercedes-Benz E320 years comparison.
At what mileage do 2000 Mercedes-Benz E320 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 155,000 miles; 6% 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.