1984 Mercedes-Benz 190 Recalls, Complaints & Specs
3 safety recalls list the 1984 Mercedes-Benz 190, and owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA. Check your own VIN below.
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3 safety recalls for the 1984 Mercedes-Benz 190
Most recent first. Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. Click a recall for the full defect, consequence and remedy text.
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Mechanical (parking brake)
The design of the parking brake grip makes it possible to distort the grip and pinch the brake release knob. If the release knob sticks in a partial engage/release position because of the pinched grip, it is possible for the lever to release unintentionally with a corresponding reduction in parking brake force.
Remedy: Replace the parking brake grip with a new grip type.
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Fuses and circuit breakers (electrical system)
In case of electrical failure which blows fuse no. 9, the rear brake lights will not operate.
Remedy: Use two fuses in combination so that in case of a fuse failure, the cruise control system will not operate.
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Rim (wheels)
Wheels may develop hairline cracks in the area of the ventilation holes. Consequence of defect: rims may eventually break and could result in loss of control of the car and cause an accident.
Remedy: Replace rims as necessary.
4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA
Owners of the 1984 Mercedes-Benz 190 have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA; 1 describe a crash. Reports cite 2 injuries and 0 deaths. The average mileage at failure in those reports is 100,000 miles. Complaints peaked in 1996 with 1 filed that year.
Most-reported components
What owners are reporting
“Applied the brakes and foot pedal went to the floor, resulting in an accident. Please provide any further information. Ph”
Owner complaint to NHTSA, February 5, 2003 · Service brakes, air
“After the use of the product " fix - a - flat" the treated tires showed bubbles on the outer side.one of those bubbles busted open while the car was parked. At the tire store the store manager was not”
Owner complaint to NHTSA, September 24, 2002 · Tires
Fuel economy and specs
EPA ratings for the 1984 Mercedes-Benz 190 (190 D 2.2/190 E 2.3). Ranges cover every tested configuration.
| Combined | 20–30 mpg |
|---|---|
| City / Highway | 18–27 / 22–36 |
| Fuel | Diesel, Regular |
| EPA class | Subcompact Cars |
| Engine | 4 cyl, 2.2/2.3 L |
| Transmission | Automatic 4-spd; Manual 5-spd |
Compare Mercedes-Benz 190 model years
Recall and complaint counts for every Mercedes-Benz 190 model year in NHTSA's database.
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 1984 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 3 | 4 |
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2 | 10 |
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2 | 8 |
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1 | 14 |
| 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1 | 5 |
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 0 | 11 |
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 0 | 4 |
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 0 | 6 |
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 0 | 3 |
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 0 | 7 |
| 1995 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 0 | 3 |
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 0 | 1 |
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 0 | 5 |
Checking a specific 1984 Mercedes-Benz 190
How do I know if my 1984 Mercedes-Benz 190 has an open recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN above. The VIN is on the driver's side dashboard (visible through the windshield), the driver's door jamb sticker, and your registration or insurance card. The check runs against NHTSA's live database and tells you which campaigns list your vehicle. 3 campaigns currently list the 1984 Mercedes-Benz 190; your car may already have been repaired under some of them.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Under federal law, manufacturers must fix safety recalls at no charge for vehicles up to 15 years old from the date of sale to the first owner. Contact any authorised Mercedes-Benz dealer with your VIN and the NHTSA campaign number (for example 85V072000).
What is the difference between a recall and a complaint?
A recall is a safety campaign filed by the manufacturer or ordered by NHTSA, with a defined defect and remedy. A complaint is a report an owner sent to NHTSA; it is not verified, but patterns of complaints are what trigger NHTSA investigations and, eventually, recalls.
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Source: NHTSA recall and complaint databases and EPA fuel economy data, October 2026. Complaint counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. Recall counts are safety campaigns that list this model year; whether a particular car was already repaired depends on its VIN. How this data is compiled.