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Risk. SEPARATION OF THE TIE ROD END COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
1996 M-B 260Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 2 owner complaints about the 1996 M-B 260, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 1 safety recall.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through May 1, 2008. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 1996 M-B 260 has problems
2 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
1Electrical system
1Suspension
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
1 recall
1996 M-B 260 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with M-B.
Best & worst years
1996 vs. every other 260 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the 260 median. How we score
'96'97
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What 260 owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I HAVE A 1996 MERCEDES BENZ C220 THAT THE WIRING INSULATION IS DISCENAGRATING ON THREW OUT THE CAR REALLY BAD WIRE INSULATION FIRE DANGER FAILURE OF ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS DANGER. *TR
Own a 1996 260?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.