VehicleVerdict

Mercedes-Benz 140 years to avoid

Across 1992–1998, no single 140 year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1992 drew the most complaints; 1998 the fewest.

3

Total complaints

4

Recall campaigns

1992–1998

Years covered

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Years to avoid

Complaints by model year

Mercedes-Benz 140 NHTSA complaints by model year2 complaints1992: 2 complaints1993: 1 complaints1995: 0 complaints1997: 0 complaints1998: 0 complaints
Mercedes-Benz 140 NHTSA complaints by model year. Red bars are years to avoid.

Every 140 year

YearComplaintsRecalls
199801
199702
199502
199312
199222

Common questions

What is the best year for the Mercedes-Benz 140?

By complaint volume, 1998 has the cleanest NHTSA record among 140 years with enough data to compare.

How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz 140 have?

Across all model years, the 140 has 4 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 3 consumer complaints on file.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.