CarRecallWatchThe 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Vehicle Speed Control (2 reports).
1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 recalls
Most common 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 problems
Problem areas named in the 5 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1989 MERCEDES BENZ 300SE. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN DRIVING 45 MPH HE DEPRESSED THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE ENGINE RETURNED TO IDLE SPEED AND REMAINED IDLE WITH THE RPM'S INCREASING. THE CONTACT STATED NHTSA RECALL CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 93V095000, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL. THE DEALER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND STATED THAT THE RECALL DOES NOT INCLUDE HIS VIN. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 170,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 180,000.
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK
DRIVER'S AIRBAG LIGHT LUMINATED. *SD
IN SLIPPERY CONDITIONS THE ABS IS NOT WORKING LOCKS UP LIKE NORMAL BRAKES. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT
ALUMINUM FUEL TANK COMPONENT FAILED UNDER FIRE CONDITIONS, EXPENDING GASOLINE TO ADDITIONALLY FUEL THE FIRE. *AW
1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 questions
Does the 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300: Vehicle Speed Control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300?
Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Vehicle Speed Control (2), Fuel System, Gasoline (1), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.