1997 Mercedes-benz e320
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1997 Mercedes-benz e320 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.
1997 Mercedes-benz e320 at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
1997 Mercedes-benz e320 recalls 0
No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 1997 Mercedes-benz e320.
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 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.
1997 Mercedes-benz e320 MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 1997 Mercedes-benz e320 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Dimensions & weight
Manufacturer-reported figures for the 1997 Mercedes-benz e320. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.
Investigations & service bulletins
NHTSA defect investigations 1
FRONT SUSPENSION COIL SPRING EJECTION Closed
ODI HAS FOCUSED THIS INVESTIGATION ON ASSESSING THE RISKS POSED BY A SEPARATED SPRING AS (1) A ROAD HAZARD AND (2) THE POTENTIAL FOR VEHICLE CONTROL TO BE COMPROMISED AFTER THE FRONT COIL SPRING HAS BEEN EJECTED FROM ITS INTENDED POSITION IN THE VEHICLE. BOTH RISKS ARE ASSOCIATED WITH CORROSION, FLEXING, AND FRACTURE OF THE UPPER FRONT SUSPENSION MOUNTING BRACKET. TIME-IN-SERVICE FAILURE RATES ARE NOTABLY HIGHER IN S…
NHTSA #PE07021 · Suspension · opened Apr 2007 · closed Aug 2007An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.
Manufacturer service bulletins 31
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 31.
NTG5.5: Incorrect time shown on instrument cluster, COMAND display, and analog clock
Bulletin LI54.30-P-072145 · Electrical System · Dec 2020If the customer brakes sharply from a speed of > 30mph, without ABS intervention, there is a single cracking noise from the area of the ESP hydraulic unit
Bulletin LI42.47-P-067502 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electronic Stability Control · Dec 2020Unmotivated Reaction from Park Assist - model series 213 facelift / 238 facelift with option code 235 (active par- king assist) and option code 501 (surround view system)
Bulletin LI54.65-P-072065 · Electrical System · Dec 2020Harsh engagement when changing gear range from P to D or R
Bulletin LI27.50-P-071658 · Power Train · Sep 2020Harsh engagement when changing gear range from P to D
Bulletin LI27.50-P-049281 · Power Train · Sep 2020AIRMATIC Fault Message "Max 80 km/ h (50 mph) " In Instrument Cluster
Bulletin LI32.22-P-071495 · Electrical System · Jul 2020Seat belt extender toothed rack sluggish or makes noises
Bulletin LI91 45-P-066075 · Seat Belts · Jul 2018Display of suspension setting in head unit implausible
Bulletin LI54 30-P-068430 · Electronic Stability Control, Suspension · Jul 2018Liftgate intermittently does not open fully
Bulletin LI72 20-P-068322 · Structure · Jul 2018Enclosed for your information and pursuant to part 579.5, please find our latest Service and Warranty Bulletins for March, 2016
Bulletin Reporting · Equipment · Apr 2016Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the E320. Model-year data, not specific to one car.