2003 Mercedes-benz E-Class E320
WDBUF65J63A197824
Vehicle history report for the 2003 Mercedes-benz E-Class E320 (VIN WDBUF65J63A197824). Silver, sedan/saloon, 3.2L 6-cyl 221 hp, gasoline. 93,561 mi reported. Registered in Pa. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
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Safety recalls None found
No open NHTSA recall campaigns were found for this 2003 Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 466 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2003 Mercedes-benz E-Class, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
🚑 1 reported injury
🔍 Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
🔍 Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
🔍 Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 466
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2003 Mercedes-benz E-Class.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2003 Mercedes-Benz E500. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the brake pedal was depressed but the pedal was stiff. The vehicle was taken to two dealers where it was diagnosed that the brake pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The …
NHTSA ODI #11637872FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
I inherited my dad's 2003 Mercedes Benz E320 when he passed away last year. He kept the car in pristine condition. About a month ago while driving it, I noticed a strong smell of gasoline in the cabin of the vehicle. The odor is strong just after filling the tank, and then it disappears at appox. 3 quarters of a tank. This issue has been physically challengi…
NHTSA ODI #11628014SERVICE BRAKES
MB USA is not honoring Recall 2005110001 for 25 years per NHTSA Bulletin. The Mercedes Benz Representative said that the recall is closed for a 2003 car, but which should not be closed until 2028 for my car. The Mercedes Benz Representative agreed that she does see the car matches the 2003-2006 E class with chassis of A336226 falling between A0- and A7- for…
NHTSA ODI #11602318SERVICE BRAKES
The contact owns a 2003 Mercedes-Benz E-320. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the braking system became inoperable. The contact stated that the ABS warning light was illuminated after the failure. The contact stated that the failure was related to TSB: 2005110001. The contact called the local dealer and was informed that the VIN was not under recall.…
NHTSA ODI #11602322SUSPENSION
Air suspension in the rear suddenly failed making it impossible to drive, also triggered a red warning of "stop, car too low"
NHTSA ODI #11584280FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
The contact owns a 2003 Mercedes-Benz AMG E55. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, he smelled an abnormal gasoline odor inside of the vehicle. After a visual inspection of the rear seats, the contact observed gasoline pooling underneath the rear seats. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or a…
NHTSA ODI #11558414FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
The contact owns a 2003 Mercedes-Benz E320. The contact stated that there was an abnormal fuel odor throughout the vehicle. Upon inspection, the contact discovered a fuel leak coming from underneath the vehicle, above the fuel tank. The vehicle was not yet diagnosed or repaired. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure…
NHTSA ODI #11530938ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The Alternator died after just over two years from being replaced by Mercedes part and labor causing a loss of electrical power and a loss of brake in the car.
NHTSA ODI #11519041+ 458 more complaints on record.
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WDBUF65J63A197824 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in Germany. It decodes to the 2003 Mercedes-benz E-Class.
Does the 2003 Mercedes-benz E-Class have any open safety recalls?
No open NHTSA safety-recall campaigns were found for the 2003 Mercedes-benz E-Class. CarLogs checks this against official NHTSA data on every lookup.
What is a fair price for a 2003 Mercedes-benz E-Class?
Comparable 2003 Mercedes-benz E-Class listings run roughly $2,600–$7,000, typically around $4,556 (from 171 comparable vehicles). The full report shows this exact VIN's valuation.
Data last checked 5 Sep 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.