1995 Mercedes-Benz C220 electrical system problems
Owners reported electrical system problems in 30 complaints for the 1995 Mercedes-Benz C220, 46% of the complaints on file. It is the most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 30 46% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 144,000 miles 25 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 1 and 2
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When electrical system problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 1 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 1 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 3 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 1 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 3 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 2 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 1 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 5 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 2 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 4 |
| 200k+ miles | 2 |
What the data shows
Of the 25 electrical system complaints that report mileage, the median is about 144,000 miles, and 20% were reported before 60,000 miles.
These complaints mention 1 crash, 2 fires.
What owners wrote
The electrical insulation of the main wiring harness has virtually disintegrated, apparently from the (normal) heat of the engine. The insulation literally flakes away in my hand when being handled even with the most gentle touch. The cost to replace the wiring harness is $600+ for only the part; the cost of installation is also in excess of $500, thus costing over $1,000. This is a critical safety issue!
I have a 1995 c220 mercedes benz and the engine management harness is defective. The insulation on all of the wiring is made of very poor material breaks very easy at the touch. Why is there not a wiring engine management harness recall.