CarRecallWatchThe 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560 has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA, including 7 crashes, 5 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Vehicle Speed Control (10 reports).
1988 Mercedes-Benz 560 recalls
Most common 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560 problems
Problem areas named in the 13 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 10 |
| Air Bags | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 |
What owners report
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHEN SHIFTED INTO DRIVE, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED UNCONTROLLABLY INTO THE STREET WHERE IT COLLIDED WITH A HOUSE ON THE OTHER SIDE AT 25 MPH. THE POLICE DEPARTMENT AND AN EMERGENCY MEDICAL TEAM RESPONDED. A POLICE REPORT AND PHOTOS WERE TAKEN. THE CONTACT AVOIDED SERIOUS INJURY DUE TO THE DEPLOYMENT OF THE FRONTAL AIR BAG, ALTHOUGH TREATMENT WAS RECEIVED FOR MINOR ABRASIONS AND BRUISING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE SERVICE DEALER WHO DETERMINED THE FAILURE WAS DUE TO RUST AND POOR MAINTENANCE, ALTHOUGH THE CONTACT CLAIMED THE VEHICLE WAS MAINTAINED IN SHOW ROOM CONDITION. THE MODEL WAS 1988 MERCEDES BENZ 560 SEL. UPDATED 10/18/2006 - *NM UPDATED 11/30/2006 - *NM
FAILURE OF ALARM SYSTEM. ALARM GOES OFF DURING MIDDLE OF THE NIGHT. *CB
CRUISE CONTROL NOT WORKING PROPERLY. COULD RESULT IN RUNAWAY VEHICLE AND ACCIDENT. *CB
AIRBAG SENSOR LIGHT IS FAULTY. COULD RESULT IN NON-DEPLOYMENT OF AIRBAG DURING VEHICLE ACCIDENT. *CB
VEHICLE EXPERIENCED SUDDEN ACCELERATION WHILE IN REVERSE GEAR RESULTING IN COLLISION WITH STORE AND INJURY TO CONSUMER. *MJS
1988 Mercedes-Benz 560 questions
Does the 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560: Equipment:Other:Labels; Equipment:Other:Labels. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560?
Based on 13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Vehicle Speed Control (10), Air Bags (4), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560 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.