1991 Mercedes-Benz 300E Problems
- Complaints
- 7filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 188,000miles, 1 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 18 mpgcombined, 3.0L 6-cyl RWD · 16 city / 22 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300E (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 7 consumer complaints for the 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300E. The part named most often is fuel system, with 2 complaints (29% of the total), followed by brakes (1) and electrical system (1). 1 of the complaints include a mileage, and 0% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 188,000 miles. Of all complaints, 1 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Fuel system2 29%
- Brakes1 14%
- Electrical system1 14%
- Engine1 14%
- Suspension1 14%
Example complaints
Fuel system: “While traveling in traffic consumer noticed a gasoline smell coming from trunk compartment. When she lifted up the trunk area gasoline has spilled inside of trunk. Dealership is aware of problem.”
NHTSA complaint #8012502, filed 2002-06Brakes: “When backing up going down a slight hill the brake skip and you have to pump the brake to stop it .thank god I do not live on a steep hill my drive way has a little hill w bhen backing out the garage.. Since I am not that educated in cars . It is unknown.please let me know if any one have had a problem like mine.”
NHTSA complaint #10850297, filed 2016-03Engine: “The contact owns a 1991 mercedes benz 300E. The contact stated that while driving 20 MPH, he began to smell smoke in the cabin of the vehicle. Moments later he noticed smoke bellowing from the hood of the vehicle. The vehicle was parked and the contact opened the hood to discover that a fire had erupted. The contact was able to extinguish the fire using water and a fire extinguisher. …”
NHTSA complaint #10493831, filed 2013-01, 188,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
0% of the 1 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 188,000 and 188,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300E version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 300E RWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 16 | 22 | 18 | $4,550 |
| 300E RWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 15 | 16 | 15 | $4,450 |
| 300E 2.6 RWD | 2.6L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 17 | 22 | 19 | $4,350 |
| 300E 4Matic 4WD/AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 15 | 20 | 17 | $4,850 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300E in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300E.
Other model years of the Mercedes-Benz 300E
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 8 | 134,344 | 0 | — | 19 | — | Not enough data |
| 1991 | 7 | 188,000 | 0 | — | 18 | — | Not enough data |
| 1989 | 11 | 152,378 | 0 | — | 18 | — | Not enough data |
| 1986 | 11 | 140,000 | 0 | — | 19 | — | Not enough data |
All Mercedes-Benz 300E model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300E have?
NHTSA recorded 7 consumer complaints for the 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300E as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300E is reported most often?
Fuel system is named most often, in 2 complaints (29% of the total), followed by brakes with 1.
Has the 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300E been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300E get?
The EPA rates the 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300E (300E, 3.0L 6-cyl) at 18 mpg combined, 16 city and 22 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,550 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300E reported?
Among the 1 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 188,000 miles and the middle half falls between 188,000 and 188,000 miles; 0% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.