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2000 Mercedes-Benz E430 recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2000 Mercedes-Benz E430, but owners have filed 19 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls
0
Complaints
19
Crashes / fires
1 / 0
Injuries / deaths
1 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2000 Mercedes-Benz E430 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2000 Mercedes-Benz E430 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Air Bags5
Power Train3
Electrical System3
Unknown or Other2
Suspension2
Wheels1
Visibility1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1
Equipment1
Seat Belts1
Exterior Lighting1

Most reported parts

  • Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel — 2
  • Power Train › Manual Transmission — 1
  • Visibility › Power Window Devices and Controls — 1
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip — 1
  • Equipment › Mechanical › Accessory Scissor/Screw/Bottle Jack/Lift — 1
  • Air Bags › Frontal — 1
  • Air Bags › Side/Window — 1
  • Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 111,343 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 2000 Mercedes-Benz E430 complaints

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

Air Bags · at 293,403 miles · reported Oct 16, 2018
Spontaneous airbag explosion while I AM on the freeway on the passengers side only on a sunny day without significant traffic without a vehicular accident and a smooth road and occurred on 10 october 2018 and I was traveling on the slower lane about 60 miles per hour on the santa paula freeway from ventura ca going east
Air Bags · at 120,000 miles · reported Apr 21, 2016
The contact owns a 2000 mercedes-benz e430. While driving at an unknown speed, the air bag warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact experienced the same failures listed in NHTSA campaign number: 98v256000 (Air bags), but the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it diagnosed that the seat belt sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000.
Suspension · at 190,000 miles · reported Apr 3, 2015
Mounting for suspension spring failed, causing the suspension spring to fall out. I was going out of my driveway, and it happened at the end of my driveway. Had I been cruising on the highway, it would have caused a crash.
Electrical System · at 63,430 miles · reported Oct 12, 2014
As I was driving the car, all of the dashboard instrument cluster lights went out. I could no longer get a reading on the speed I was driving, the gas level, etc. Or anything else. Additionally, the brake lights and the turn signal lights went out. I was lucky that this happened during the day as there was still daylight. Had it happened at night, this would have been a major problem as I was more than 45 minutes from home. I understand there was a recall of certain 2000 s430 vehicles due to this "cluster light "malfunction." I checked my VIN and apparently my vehicle was not included in the…
Suspension · at 105,000 miles · reported Aug 4, 2014
Mounting for suspension spring failed, causing the suspension spring to fall out. I was backing out of my garage, and it happened at the end of my driveway. Had I been cruising on the highway, it would have caused a crash.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 Mercedes-Benz E430 have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2000 Mercedes-Benz E430 as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2000 Mercedes-Benz E430?

Owners report air bags problems most often (5 reports), followed by power train (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 111,343 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.