Mercedes-Benz 240 years to avoid
The Mercedes-Benz 240 years to avoid are 2002, 2003 — each drew complaint volumes well above the model's norm or has an open safety investigation. The 1988 is the cleanest year on record.
116
Total complaints
0
Recall campaigns
1979–2003
Years covered
2
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
240 years to avoid
Every 240 year
Common questions
What are the worst Mercedes-Benz 240 years?
Based on NHTSA complaint rates and open investigations, the 240 years to avoid are 2002, 2003. The cleanest year on record is 1988.
What is the best year for the Mercedes-Benz 240?
By complaint volume, 1988 has the cleanest NHTSA record among 240 years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz 240 have?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 240.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.