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Mercedes-Benz E300 recalls and problems

16 recalls and 138 owner complaints for 2 model years. Pick your year for full details.

Recalls
16
Complaints
138
Crashes reported
2
Fires reported
4

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20172016

Mercedes-Benz E300 by year

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesDeaths
2017 E300161322370
2016 E300110000

Most reported Mercedes-Benz E300 problems

Problem areaReports
Engine37
Electrical System24
Fuel/Propulsion System20
Unknown or Other18
Power Train17
Steering13
Structure10
Forward Collision Avoidance8
Air Bags7
Service Brakes6

All Mercedes-Benz E300 recalls

RecallDateYearsComponentSummary
21V-072Feb 12, 20212017CommunicationMercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 C300, E300, 2018-2020 CLA250, 2020 CLS450, AMG E53, AMG GT53, GLE450, 2018 AMG E63, AMG GTA, 2017-2020 GLA250, GLC300, 2019 GLC350, AMG GLC43, 2017-2018…
21V-058Feb 5, 20212017Communication, Electrical SystemMercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 - 2021 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS-Class, SL-Class, B-Class, GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and…
20V-449Jul 31, 20202017Electrical System, Seat BeltsMercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
18V-271Apr 27, 20182017Exterior LightingMercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
18V-151Mar 6, 20182017Exterior LightingMercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
17V-714Nov 14, 20172017SteeringMercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 E300, S65 AMG Coupe, S550, S65 AMG Cabriolet, S550 Cabriolet, S550e, S65 AMG, and Mercedes-Maybach S600 vehicles.
17V-574Sep 19, 20172017SteeringMercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
17V-241Apr 11, 20172017SteeringMercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
17V-245Apr 11, 20172017Electrical SystemMercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
17V-246Apr 11, 20172016–2017StructureMercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
17V-176Mar 14, 20172017Air BagsMercedes-Benz USA LLC, (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 E300 and E300 4Matic vehicles.
17V-114Feb 23, 20172017Electrical System, Engine and Engine CoolingMercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
17V-080Feb 8, 20172017Air BagsMercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 CLA250, CLA250 4Matic, E400 Coupe, E400 4Matic Coupe, E550 Coupe, E400 Cabriolet, E550 Cabriolet, E300, E300 4Matic, E400 Wagon, GLA250, and GLA250 4Matic…
17V-078Feb 8, 20172017Power TrainMercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 E300 and E300 4Matic vehicles.
17V-076Feb 8, 20172017Air BagsMercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 E300, E300 4Matic, and E43 AMG vehicles.
16V-758Oct 19, 20162017Fuel System, GasolineMercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

Frequently asked questions

What is the worst year for the Mercedes-Benz E300?

By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2017 Mercedes-Benz E300 has the most reports (132). Check the 2017 page for the problems owners describe.

How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz E300 have?

NHTSA lists 16 safety recalls covering Mercedes-Benz E300 model years 2016–2017.

What are the most common Mercedes-Benz E300 problems?

Owners report engine, electrical system, fuel/propulsion system problems most often.