1996 Mercedes-Benz E320 suspension problems
The 1996 Mercedes-Benz E320 has 20 suspension complaints filed with NHTSA — 32% of the year's total, and the first year with meaningful reports in this category.
20
Suspension complaints
32%
Share of year
1
Crash-involved
0
Related recalls
Suspension complaints by year
What owners report
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 MERCEDES E320. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE FRONT END SUSPENSION SPRINGS FRACTURED, CAUSING THE CONTACT TO LOOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO THE SIDE RAIL ON THE HIGHWAY. THE CONTACT SPOKE WITH A MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT HE HAD…”
Common questions
How many suspension complaints does the 1996 Mercedes-Benz E320 have?
NHTSA has 20 complaints about the 1996 Mercedes-Benz E320 suspension — 32% of all complaints filed for that model year.
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.