2002 Mercedes-Benz 300 recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2002 Mercedes-Benz 300, but owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

0 / 0

Injuries / deaths

1 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2002 Mercedes-Benz 300 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2002 Mercedes-Benz 300 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Engine and Engine Cooling	1
Structure	1
Electrical System	1

Most reported parts

Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 1
Electrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 10,000 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 2002 Mercedes-Benz 300 complaints

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

Electrical System · reported Dec 21, 2005

Dt: the contact stated the battery ran down without any cause or warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealership three times and they were unable to duplicate the problem. The repairs will be made under warranty.

Structure · at 10,000 miles · reported Feb 15, 2001

My son's hand was pulled into the space between the door and the window, when the window was lowered by the driver. The boy was properly seated and belted, and resting his right arm on the door seal next to the window. The driver, my wife, lowered the window at his request, as the window started down, his arm was pulled into the gap between the window and the car door. This caused pain and suffering, he was able to pull his hand out of the space before further injured occurred. The design of that window/door interface is flawed , as there is space enough for a child's hand to be pulled into…

Other Mercedes-Benz 300 years

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2002 Mercedes-Benz 300 have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2002 Mercedes-Benz 300 as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2002 Mercedes-Benz 300?

Owners report engine and engine cooling problems most often (1 reports), followed by structure (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 10,000 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.