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1997 Mercedes-Benz

E420

Auto 5-spd, 8 cyl, 4.2 L

Mercedes-Benz E420: best and worst years
1997 Mercedes-Benz E420
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Reported problems NHTSA record NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM44%
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING11%
  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING11%
  • FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM11%
  • POWER TRAIN11%
  • SEAT BELTS11%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 9 total.

Mercedes-Benz E420: best and worst years

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
4 yr / 50k mi
Powertrain
4 yr / 50k mi
Roadside assistance
4 yr / 50k mi
EV battery
10 yr / 155k mi

Source: www.cars.com as of 2026-06

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.