1994 Mercedes-Benz E Class Engine cooling Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 16%of 38 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 108,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the engine cooling of the 1994 Mercedes-Benz E Class, 16% of the 38 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 108,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I need a new head gasket to repair an oil leak. My mechanic told me that in the process of getting to the oil leak he had to take off the wiring harness upon which the harness disintegrated in his hand. I am very concerned the mb would you biodegradable material to manufacturer an important part of the vehicle. The replacement part is $1,000 and needs to be done now since the repairing the existing harness could cause a fire.”
NHTSA complaint #10155874, filed 2006-04, 108,000 miles“In my 1994 mercedes benz e320, the engine wiring harness has completely degraded in some parts, causing the individually insulated wires to touch each other, causing system malfunctions. My car has stalled on the freeway several times, nearly killing myself and endangering others. My friend's 1995 mercedes benz e420 has caught on fire because of a failure with the engine wiring harness while we were driving down the street, causing severe burns on his upper arms and smoke inhalation injuries between me, him, and several pedestrians. …”
NHTSA complaint #10246768, filed 2008-10“The contact owns a 1994 mercedes benz e-320. The contact stated that the vehicle would sporadically stall when approaching a complete stop. In addition, the engine warning indicator was illuminated on the instrument panel. The dealer stated that the engine warning harness needed to be replaced at the cost of $1,800. The technician also added that the failure occurs at a high frequency with this year, make, and model vehicle. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were 60,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10253378, filed 2008-12, 60,000 miles“The contact stated upon starting the vehicle in the morning, the engine made a loud noise and the engine warning light illuminated. Also, while driving 65 MPH on normal road conditions, the engine warning light illuminated again and stalled. The vehicle was taken to the dealership where the diagnosis scanner indicated a wiring problem. There was a NHTSA recall # 95v031000 regarding electrical system:wiring. The manufacturer was contacted but the representative indicated the vehicle was out of warranty and was not included in the recall due to the VIN. …”
NHTSA complaint #10172162, filed 2006-10, 102,000 milesEngine cooling: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 1 | 11% |
| 2004 | 1 | 7% |
| 2003 | 4 | 9% |
| 2001 | 3 | 20% |
| 2000 | 7 | 21% |
| 1998 | 4 | 17% |
| 1997 | 1 | 3% |
| 1996 | 3 | 19% |
| 1995 | 5 | 24% |
| 1994 | 6 | 16% |
Other parts of the 1994 Mercedes-Benz E Class
31 complaintsSuspension
2 complaintsBrakes
1 complaintsFuel system
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaintsBody and structure
1 complaintsVehicle speed control
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1994 Mercedes-Benz E Class
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.
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