1989 Mercedes-Benz 560 Problems
- Complaints
- 7filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 178,013miles, 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
- 13 mpgcombined, 5.6L 8-cyl RWD · 12 city / 15 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560 (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 7 consumer complaints for the 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560. The part named most often is vehicle speed control, with 3 complaints (43% of the total), followed by engine cooling (2) and air bags (1). 1 of the complaints include a mileage, and 0% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 178,013 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 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.
- Engine cooling2 29%
- Air bags1 14%
- Brakes1 14%
- Electrical system1 14%
Example complaints
Vehicle speed control: “While backing out of garge in reverse vehicle suddenly and without warning accelerated out into street. Driver had both feet on brake pedal to get vehicle to stop. This problem had occurred on two other occasions. Vehicle was in dealer shop on one occasion, and they were unable to duplicate the problem. Please provide any further information.”
NHTSA complaint #8001788, filed 2002-01Air bags: “Warning light on dash (srs) would light up and stayed lid a few minutes. Currently on permanently. Dealer sold an extended warranty, but insists consumer use old parts.”
NHTSA complaint #959414, filed 1995-07Mileage 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 178,013 and 178,013 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 560SEC RWD | 5.6L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 12 | 15 | 13 | $6,300 |
| 560SEL RWD | 5.6L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 12 | 15 | 13 | $6,300 |
| 560SL RWD | 5.6L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 12 | 16 | 14 | $5,850 |
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 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560 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 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560.
Other model years of the Mercedes-Benz 560
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 5 | 103,500 | 1 | — | 14 | — | Not enough data |
| 1989 | 7 | 178,013 | 0 | — | 13 | — | Not enough data |
| 1988 | 13 | 32,000 | 2 | — | 13 | — | Not enough data |
| 1986 | 8 | 62,400 | 0 | — | 13 | — | Not enough data |
All Mercedes-Benz 560 model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560 have?
NHTSA recorded 7 consumer complaints for the 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560 as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560 is reported most often?
Vehicle speed control is named most often, in 3 complaints (43% of the total), followed by engine cooling with 2.
Has the 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560 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 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560 get?
The EPA rates the 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560 (560SEC, 5.6L 8-cyl) at 13 mpg combined, 12 city and 15 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $6,300 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560 reported?
Among the 1 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 178,013 miles and the middle half falls between 178,013 and 178,013 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.