Mercedes-Benz E500 recalls and problems
4 recalls and 460 owner complaints for 4 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
4
Complaints
460
Crashes reported
12
Fires reported
2
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Mercedes-Benz E500 by year
Most reported Mercedes-Benz E500 problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 157 | |
| Service Brakes | 84 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 82 | |
| Suspension | 58 | |
| Power Train | 25 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 22 | |
| Air Bags | 17 | |
| Electrical System | 17 | |
| Engine | 16 | |
| Unknown or Other | 11 |
All Mercedes-Benz E500 recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24V-874 | Nov 19, 2024 | 2003–2006 | Visibility | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, and CLS vehicles. |
| 22V-954 | Dec 23, 2022 | 2003–2006 | Visibility | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, and CLS vehicles. |
| 21V-196 | Mar 19, 2021 | 2006 | Visibility | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2006-2007 C350, C230, C280, CLK350, E320CDI, E350 Wagon, E350, 2006 C55 AMG, CLK500, CLS500, CLS55 AMG, E500 Wagon, E500, E55 AMG, 2007 CLK550, CLS550, CLS63 AMG, E550… |
| 19V-918 | Dec 20, 2019 | 2003–2006 | Visibility | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Mercedes-Benz E500?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2004 Mercedes-Benz E500 has the most reports (142). Check the 2004 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz E500 have?
NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls covering Mercedes-Benz E500 model years 2003–2006.
What are the most common Mercedes-Benz E500 problems?
Owners report fuel/propulsion system, service brakes, fuel system, gasoline problems most often.