1995 Mercedes-Benz E320 problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
One of the years to avoid
With 129 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 2.2 times the median E320 year — the 1995 model ranks #4 of 16 E320 years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.
The trouble concentrates in one system: electrical system issues account for 72% of all reports (93 of 129), far ahead of engine at 10.
129
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
0
Investigations
0
Crash-involved
5
Fires reported
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 1995 compare to other E320 years?
What are the most common 1995 Mercedes-Benz E320 problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 93 | 72% | ▲ up |
| Engine | 10 | 8% | ▲ up |
| Fuel System | 8 | 6% | ▲ up |
| Brakes | 3 | 2% | new |
| Airbags | 2 | 2% | new |
| Body & Structure | 2 | 2% | new |
| Tires & Wheels | 2 | 2% | ▲ up |
| Visibility & Wipers | 2 | 2% | new |
| Other | 2 | 2% | ▲ up |
| Speed Control | 2 | 2% | ▼ down |
| Climate Control (A/C & Heat) | 1 | 1% | new |
| Lighting | 1 | 1% | new |
| Transmission | 1 | 1% | — flat |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 MERCEDES BENZ E320. WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH, THERE WAS SMOKE UNDER THE HOOD OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE WIRING HARNESS FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER…”
“FAILURE OF AIR CONDITIONER, WINDSHIELD WIPER FLUID, RADIO ANTENNA, AND OIL LEAK. *LA THE A/C FAILED CONTINUOUSLY SINCE PURCHASED, THE FRONT WINDOWS HAD BROKEN MOTORS THE WATER PUMP BLEW, OIL LEAKED INTO THE COOLING SYSTEM AND WAS REPLACED(WATER PUMP AND HEAD GASKET WAS REPLACED), TWO ENGINE MOUNTS…”
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 MERCEDES BENZ E320. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS LEAKING FUEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL LINES AND THE FAN BELT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE…”
“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 MERCEDES BENZ E320. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE HAD JUST LEFT A REPAIR SHOP WHERE A BULB WAS REPLACED WHEN SHE WAS DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH AND SMELLED BURNING WIRES. SHE TOOK HER FOOT OFF THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY HESITATED. SHE TURNED AROUND…”
“THE WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID DID'NT COME OUT WHEN THE BUTTON IS PUSHED, THE WINDSHILED WIPERS ONLY CLEAR THE LEFT AND RIGHT PORTION OF THE WINDSHILED BUT NOT THE MIDDLE, THE DEALER ADJUSTED THEM BUT THEY STILL DONT OPERATE PROPERLY. NLM”
1995 Mercedes-Benz E320 — common questions
Is the 1995 Mercedes-Benz E320 reliable?
NHTSA data argues against it: 129 complaints put the 1995 model at #4 of 16 E320 years. It is one of the E320 years to avoid.
What are the most common 1995 E320 problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (93 complaints), engine (10 complaints), fuel system (8 complaints).
Does the 1995 Mercedes-Benz E320 have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1995 Mercedes-Benz E320.
Which Mercedes-Benz E320 years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the E320 years to avoid are 2005, 2003, 2004, 1995, 1999. The cleanest record among E320 years belongs to 2009.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.