Model year guide

1981 Mercedes-benz 280

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1981 Mercedes-benz 280 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 5 on record.

1981 Mercedes-benz 280 — representative photo
Representative photo

1981 Mercedes-benz 280 at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1981 Mercedes-benz 280 recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 1981 Mercedes-benz 280.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 15 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

Dimensions & weight

Length
187.4–194.9 in
Width
70.5 in
Height
54.7–56.7 in
Wheelbase
106.7–109.8 in
Curb weight
3,441–3,452 lb

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 1981 Mercedes-benz 280 — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

1981 Mercedes-benz 280 vehicles on record

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Other Mercedes-benz 280 model years

2008 2007 2006 2005 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 1994 1993 1992 1990 1989 1988 1987 1986 1985 1984 1983 1982

1981 Mercedes-benz 280 — frequently asked questions

Does the 1981 Mercedes-benz 280 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 1981 Mercedes-benz 280. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.