Safety Recalls of Mercedes Benz 190 Vehicles

There have been 3 safety recalls for the Mercedes Benz 190. The most recent recalls are shown below. Table 1 and Table 2 show the historical recalls and the recall statistics by the model year of the Mercedes Benz 190.

NHTSA Recall #: 91V137000; Aug. 20, 1991

If the vehicle is not properly parked with thetransmission in the correct position, and if the vehicle is parked on a grade,reduction in parking brake force could lead to unintentional rollaway and anaccident.

Recalled Vehicles: 1984 Mercedes Benz 190, 1985 Mercedes Benz 190, 1986 Mercedes Benz 190, 1987 Mercedes Benz 190, 1988 Mercedes Benz 190
Component: PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL:MECHANICAL
Recall Summary: 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 ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 87V104000; Jul. 13, 1987

Touching the brake pedal to disengage the cruise controlwould not function as intended.

Recalled Vehicles: 1984 Mercedes Benz 190, 1985 Mercedes Benz 190, 1986 Mercedes Benz 190
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Recall Summary: In case of electrical failure which blows fuse no. 9, the rear brake lights will not operate. ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 85V072000; May. 28, 1985

Recalled Vehicles: 1984 Mercedes Benz 190
Component: WHEELS:RIM
Recall Summary: 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. ... Details of this recall 🔎

Table 1. Historical Recalls of Mercedes Benz 190 Vehicles

Date Component Vehicle Affected
Aug. 20, 1991   Parking Brake:conventional:mechanical 96,541
Jul. 13, 1987   Electrical System:fuses And Circuit Breakers 65,196
May. 28, 1985   Wheels:rim 6,384


Table 2. Recall Statistics of Mercedes Benz 190 Model Years

Model# Recalls
1988 Mercedes Benz 190 1
1987 Mercedes Benz 190 1
1986 Mercedes Benz 190 2
1985 Mercedes Benz 190 2
1984 Mercedes Benz 190 3