Mercedes Benz 400E years to avoid
No model year of the Mercedes Benz 400E stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best Mercedes Benz 400E years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
Mercedes Benz 400E complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Mercedes Benz 400E problems
All model years combined.
- Electrical31
- Engine5
- Acceleration3
- Transmission1
- Fuel system1
- Driver assistance1
- Brakes1
Mercedes Benz 400E problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | - | 19 | Electrical | 144,000 | 1 | 0 | |
| 1992 | - | 19 | Electrical | 125,000 | 2 | 1 |
Recalls 2
Questions about the Mercedes Benz 400E
What years of the Mercedes Benz 400E should you avoid?
No single model year of the Mercedes Benz 400E has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used Mercedes Benz 400E?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Mercedes Benz 400E?
Electrical, with 31 complaints across all years, followed by engine (5) and acceleration (3).
How many recalls does the Mercedes Benz 400E have?
2 recalls between 1992 and 1993. The 1992 model year has the most, with 2.
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