2000 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Electrical
Electrical leads by volume: 22 of 97 complaints (23%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (6) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 131 in 1999 to 97 in 2000.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 1998 | 1999 | 2000 | 2001 | 2002 | vs. 2000 Midsize Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,450–3,900 | 3,450–4,550 | 3,700–4,550 | 3,700–4,300 | 3,700–4,300 | |
| Combined MPG | 20–26 | 17–26 | 17–21 | 18–21 | 18–21 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 17–23 / 24–31 | 15–23 / 21–32 | 15–18 / 21–27 | 15–18 / 21–26 | 15–18 / 21–26 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 392–444 | 392–523 | 423–523 | 423–494 | 423–494 | |
| Complaints filed | 78 | 131 | 97 | 74 | 37 | |
| Recalls issued | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 9 | 14 | 4 | 9 | 1 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 6 | 2 | 5 | 1 | |
| Injuries reported | 8 | 7 | 6 | 9 | 1 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 3 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2000 Mercedes-Benz E-Class have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2000 Mercedes-Benz E-Class?
Electrical: 22 of 97 NHTSA complaints (23%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2000 Mercedes-Benz E-Class get?
EPA rates it 17–21 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2000 Mercedes-Benz E-Class?
EPA estimates $3,700–$4,550 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
EPA-Rated Configurations (7)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 5-spd | 6 | 3.2L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 18 mpg (high) | 27 mpg (high) | 21 mpg (high) | $3,700 (low) | 423 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 5-spd | 6 | 3.2L | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 18 mpg (high) | 25 mpg | 21 mpg (high) | $3,700 (low) | 423 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic 5-spd | 8 | 4.3L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 16 mpg | 22 mpg | 18 mpg | $4,300 | 494 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic 5-spd | 8 | 4.3L | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 16 mpg | 21 mpg (low) | 18 mpg | $4,300 | 494 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic 5-spd | 8 | 5.5L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 15 mpg (low) | 21 mpg (low) | 17 mpg (low) | $4,550 (high) | 523 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic 5-spd | 6 | 3.2L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Station Wagons | 18 mpg (high) | 25 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,900 | 444 g/mi |
| Configuration 7 | Automatic 5-spd | 6 | 3.2L | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Station Wagons | 17 mpg | 24 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,900 | 444 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 13 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 13 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 22 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 18 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW · Campaign 01I005000 · Jul 23, 2001
Defect: THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SAFETY ACT. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: 2000 SLK AND E-CLASS VEHICLES. SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENTS HAVE OCCURRED WHEN THE VEHICLE IS LEFT PARKED IN HIGH TEMPERATURES DURING WARMER MONTHS.
Consequence:
Remedy: MERCEDES-BENZ DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SIDE AIR BAG FREE OF CHARGE. MERCEDES-BENZ HAS DECIDED TO CONDUCT A SERVICE CAMPAIGN TO REPLACE THE SIDE AIR BAG. OWNERS CAN CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372, CONCERNING THIS PROGRAM.