The Lemon IndexAll cars · Mercedes-Benz E-Class · 2002
2002 Mercedes-Benz E-Class. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 5
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.2L 6-cyl | Auto 5-spd | RWD | 18 / 26 / 21 | Premium | $3,700 |
| 3.2L 6-cyl | Auto 5-spd | 4Wheel or AWD | 17 / 24 / 20 | Premium | $3,850 |
| 4.3L 8-cyl | Auto 5-spd | RWD | 16 / 23 / 18 | Premium | $4,300 |
| 4.3L 8-cyl | Auto 5-spd | 4Wheel or AWD | 15 / 21 / 18 | Premium | $4,300 |
| 5.4L 8-cyl | Auto 5-spd | RWD | 15 / 22 / 18 | Premium | $4,300 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 50,000 and 103,000 miles. Median 79,200, from 27 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical | 83,000 | 73,800–102,000 | 7 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Steering | 29% |
| Brakes | 14% |
| Body structure | 14% |
| Suspension | 14% |
| Visibility | 14% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Manufacturer communications 49
Mercedes-Benz filed 49 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- Rattling/thumping noises from the area of the steering on rough roads or when driving over road
- Complaint Headlamps leaking or fogged Cause The fogging of the headlamp is a natural…
- Complaint Washer fluid system leaks Cause Various possible causes: 1
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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