1991 Mercedes Benz 300
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 1991 Mercedes Benz 300. Newest first.
If one of the headlamp wiper arms becomes misaligned, the wiper balde can lodge in the groove under the headlamp. if the washers are activated with the wiper blade in the misaligned and lodged position, the washer pump will run continuously expelling all available fluid.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Pump operation in the absence of fluid can cause the pump to overheat and cause a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the headlamp washer pump on these vehicles.
Due to heat effects, the throttle bushing located on the accelerator control cable, can fatigue and break, causing the throttle linkage to separate.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the throttle linkage separates, the engine will returnto idle speed, and remain at idle, with no acceleration ability. Loss of enginespeed without prior warning could lead to loss of vehicle control and anaccident.
Remedy
Replace the throttle bushing with a new bushing made from more heat-resistant materials.
Owner complaints
19 complaints2 involved a crash2 involved a fire3 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Electrical system
My 1991 300sl benz has had to have the engine wiring harness replaced per mb dealer because it's going bad and decomposing causing a potential fire problem. This after a no start problem and a month in the shop. And they not being able to find the cause. Now , after replacing the harness , they are…
My 1991 300sl benz has had to have the engine wiring harness replaced per mb dealer because it's going bad and decomposing causing a potential fire problem. This after a no start problem and a month in the shop. And they not being able to find the cause. Now , after replacing the harness , they are still not able to find the problem. I have been told that the harness IS a "green wiring harness" as required be germany to its auto makers in 1991-1996. the decomposing of the wiring causes a fire hazard and should be replaced under warranty. *Tr
- Power train › Automatic transmission
The drive train on the consumers 1991 mercedes benz 300 locked up. *jb the problem had been totally isolated to the control unit. the total lock up occurred intermittently or the problem may be elsewhere caused by a certain set of conditions. *sc
- Tires › Sidewall
While traveling at approximately 65 mph in 1991, mercedes benz, 300D 2.5 turbo, right rear goodyear road handler voyager LX tire size p195/60r15, dot pjunyblr319 experienced a blowout in sidewall of tire. there was approximately 10,000 miles on the tires, and they were not original equipment on vehicle. *ak *slc
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine · Power train · Power train › Driveline › Constant velocity joint · Power train › Driveline › Driveshaft · Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Control unit/module · Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly
When the vehicle IS proceeding forward from a full stop and IS turning to either the right or left there IS a serious vibration and shuttering problem. The vehicle has had many front-end alignments and has had the transfer case replaced twice, the problem still persists. *cj
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
Engine dies while driving after about the first 5 minutes when the engine dies it cannot be restarted without turning the key off which locks the steering while your still moving. the car IS unsafe to drive because you can be hit from behind by another car. the repair shop has found the problem to be in the computer for the fuel injection system. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system › Radiator assembly
While driving about 65-70 mph, the vehicle suddenly lost power. the thermostat housing erroded through, causing coolant to leak, resulting in loss of power. the dealer has inspected vehicle. *Ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components · Vehicle speed control
While driving about 50 mph accelerator got stuck, causing vehicle to go up to 80 to 100 mph. Consumer had to put vehicle into another gear to get vehicle to stop also, brake system caught on fire. *ak
- Air bags › Frontal
When starting the vehicle the passenger's airbag deployed unexpectedly without a frontal impact, causing injuries to the occupant. no prior problems with airbags. *Ak
- Seats › Front assembly › Power adjust
Front driver's side power seats adjusts itself without operator input or control. Replaced microprocessor.
- Air bags › Frontal · Seat belts › Front › Retractor
During a frontal impact accident at 35 mph. The driver's side air bag did not deploy. passenger's side shoulder belt did not retract, resulting in an injury. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
The engine head gasket developed a leak that caused damage to the piston, a cylinder wall, and the head.
- Air bags › Frontal
,Vehicle involved in a frontal collision, impact 12:00 position, spped 25mph, dual airbags did not deploy. *ak
- Structure
Vehicle designed with many blind spots.
- Vehicle speed control
Throttle sensor failed, causing loss of power.
- Electrical system › Wiring
Electrical wiring overheated, causing fire.
- Electrical system
Electrical system failure.
- Air bags › Frontal
During a frontal impact accident at 35 mph, the driver side air bag did not deploy. *ak
- Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections
Clamp holding power steering hose too big to hold hose in place when tightened all the way, causing fluid to leak out of system. *Dsh
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system
Distributor rotor/bracket failed, causing vehicle to stall. *Dsh
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