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1977 Mercedes-Benz 450Problems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 2 owner complaints about the 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 2 safety recalls.

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CarFlaw IndexNot enough dataHigher is better (0–100)
Safety recalls2Free fix at dealersOwner complaints20 with a crash, fire or injuryTop problem1Electrical system

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through July 10, 2000. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 has problems

2 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Electrical system10
Engine and engine cooling10
Structure10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

2 recalls

1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 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 Mercedes-Benz.

Best & worst years

1977 vs. every other 450 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 450 median. How we score

'72'73'74'76'77'78'80
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated

Own a 1977 450?

Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.