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2001 Mercedes-Benz 320 recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2001 Mercedes-Benz 320, but owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls
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Complaints
17
Crashes / fires
1 / 0
Injuries / deaths
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Recalls may cover only some 2001 Mercedes-Benz 320 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2001 Mercedes-Benz 320 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Electrical System8
Engine and Engine Cooling5
Visibility4
Steering4
Exterior Lighting4
Air Bags2
Seats2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Latches/Locks/Linkages1
Power Train1
Seat Belts1

Most reported parts

  • Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer — 2
  • Steering › Hydraulic Power Assist › Hose, Piping, and Connections — 2
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System — 2
  • Exterior Lighting › Headlights — 2
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip — 1
  • Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch — 1
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System — 1
  • Electrical System › Wiring › Interior/Under Dash — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 52,737 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2001 Mercedes-Benz 320 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Seats · reported May 4, 2012
Mercedes 2001 c 320. Power seat control module for both driver and passenger drain the battery to a extent that car can not be started up. New battery!!!!!!!!!!
Exterior Lighting · reported Mar 20, 2012
One of the front headlight assembles of my 2001 mb e320 just stopped working. Upon inspection, I found that the wire insulation had vanished - simply disappeared - and there were bare wires coming in contact with each other. I tried wrapping the wire with electrical tape, and this worked for a while, but the light stopped working after a few weeks. This car was in a repair shop for a rear end collision recently, and the service manager noticed the problem. He said that he used to work for mercedes-benz, and that this was a common problem with the headlights. Apparently, it gets so hot that the…
Electrical System · at 93,000 miles · reported Jan 17, 2010
Car is a 2001 c320 mercedes. Battery keeps dying despite replacing with brand new batteries on 2 occasions, only 2 weeks apart. Dealer says it's the seat module draining the battery. My car will not start if I don't drive it for a day or longer. These modules are a defect and needs to be recalled. Fix is to disconnect seat power, which is a safety issue.
Seats · at 80,000 miles · reported May 19, 2009
Car is a 2001 c320 mercedes. Battery keeps dying despite replacing with brand new batteries on 2 occasions, only 1 month apart. Dealer says it's the seat module draining the battery. My car will not start if I don't drive it for a day or longer. These modules are a defect and needs to be recalled.
Electrical System · at 39,000 miles · reported Jan 4, 2008
Various problems with electrical, heating and cooling, suspension, power steering, lighting, and purge valve systems. Spent 7k in last 3 years alone. Heating and cooling system was removed and reinstalled twice and still does not work right. Struts and steering system completely brakes down every 6 months. I AM in the repair shop every 2-3 months! Average out of pocket (After extended warranty) $500... Outrageous (X4 or 5 per year!). Warranty kicks in another 4k per year. My records show 14 visits to mercedes repair shops since november 2004... Insane. This is my first and last mercedes! Even…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 Mercedes-Benz 320 have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2001 Mercedes-Benz 320 as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2001 Mercedes-Benz 320?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (8 reports), followed by engine and engine cooling (5). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 52,737 miles.

Are Mercedes-Benz recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Mercedes-Benz dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.