NHTSA investigationEA88003
Investigation EA88003: 1986–1987 Mercedes-Benz 300
- Status
- CLOSED
- Opened
- Oct 29, 1987
- Closed
- Jul 31, 1990
- Model years
- 1986–1987
Subject
Sudden acceleration
Component: Vehicle speed control › Linkages
Summary
Status:this investigation is ongoing.===
An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.
Model years covered
- 1987 Mercedes-Benz 30029 complaints
- 1986 Mercedes-Benz 30013 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.