VehicleVerdict

Mercedes-Benz 560 years to avoid

Across 1984–1994, no single 560 year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1988 drew the most complaints; 1984 the fewest.

54

Total complaints

3

Recall campaigns

1984–1994

Years covered

0

Years to avoid

Complaints by model year

Mercedes-Benz 560 NHTSA complaints by model year16 complaints1984: 0 complaints1985: 1 complaints1986: 13 complaints1987: 4 complaints1988: 16 complaints1989: 8 complaints1990: 6 complaints1991: 4 complaints1994: 2 complaints
Mercedes-Benz 560 NHTSA complaints by model year. Red bars are years to avoid.

Every 560 year

YearComplaintsRecalls
199420
199140
199061
198980
1988162
198742
1986130
198510
198400

Common questions

What is the best year for the Mercedes-Benz 560?

By complaint volume, 1984 has the cleanest NHTSA record among 560 years with enough data to compare.

How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz 560 have?

Across all model years, the 560 has 3 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 54 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.