Disintegration of wiring harness insulation on 1993 (and others) s-class cars creating fire hazard, dangerous stalling problems and failure of vehicle drivability.
The worst 1993 Mercedes Benz 140 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical1
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- Electrical1
Recalls 1
Air bags: frontal
- What is wrong
- Driver's side airbags do not meet certain requirements of fmvss 208.
- Risk
- Seat occupants relying on the installed airbag would notbe protected in the same manner as that of fmvss 208 compliant airbag, andcould have an increased risk of injury in an accident.
- Remedy
- Replace the airbags with airbags that comply with fmvss 208.
Recall number 93V108000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 1993 Mercedes Benz 140 1
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
What 1993 Mercedes Benz 140 owners say
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Questions about the 1993 Mercedes Benz 140
Is the 1993 Mercedes Benz 140 reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1993 Mercedes Benz 140, close to a typical 140 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1993 Mercedes Benz 140?
Electrical system, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 1993 Mercedes Benz 140 have?
1 recall, covering air bags.
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