2019 MERCEDES-BENZ E 300
8 recalls, 38 complaints
22V365000 May 20, 2022
COMMUNICATION: AUTO CRASH NOTIFICATION
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, AMG GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, GLB-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model de... Read more
Consequence
A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
The communication module software will be updated through an Over-the-Air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2022. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on July 8, 2022, May 17, 2024, July 29, 2024, and September 27, 2024. Ow... Read more
22V232000 Apr 8, 2022
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2021 CLA-Class, GLE/GLS-Class, A-Class, C-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe/Convertible, GLA/GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and CLS-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The rearview camera may not disp... Read more
Consequence
An inoperable rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022060007.
21V961000 Dec 13, 2021
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 AMG G63, C300, E300, G550, AMG GT63, AMG GT53, 2019-2020 A220, GLA250, GLC300, 2016 C300, 2020 AMG A35, AMG C43, AMG C63, CLA250, E350, E450, GLB250, GLE450, GLS450, GLS580, S560, and SL550 vehicles equipped with a gasoline engine. During the... Read more
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel rail and fuel injectors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for the recall is 2022030003.
21V072000 Feb 12, 2021
COMMUNICATION
Defect Description
Mercedes-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 GLE350, 2019 AMG GLC 43, GLC350, GLE400, 2017 GLS450, S550, C300 Cabrio, and 2018-201... Read more
Consequence
A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting emergency services through the call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the communication module and activate it, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2021. Letters for the owners of the 9 additional vehicles were mailed July 9, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. M... Read more
21V058000 Feb 5, 2021
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
Mercedes-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 G-Class vehicles. Please refer to the Part 573 report for specific vehicle mod... Read more
Consequence
Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and the communication module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. The recall began March 12, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021020025.
20V449000 Jul 31, 2020
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 C300, C300 Coupe, CLS450, E450 Coupe and S450, 2017-2019 E300, 2018 E400 Coupe, E400 Stationwagon, and 2018-2019 S560 vehicles that have previously had the instrument cluster replaced. The software in the replaced instrument cluster may caus... Read more
Consequence
Without the audible tone and blinking warning light to remind the front seat occupants that their seat belts are not buckled, they may forget to buckle their seat belt, increasing their risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. The recall began September 8, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020080015.
19V788000 Nov 1, 2019
SEAT BELTS
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 E400 Wagon 4MATIC, E400 4MATIC, E43 AMG 4MATIC, 2018-2019 E63S AMG 4MATIC Wagon, E63 AMG 4MATIC Wagon, E300, E300 4MATIC, GLC63S Coupe AMG 4MATIC, 2019 CLS450, CLS450 4MATIC, CLS53 AMG 4MATIC, E450 Wagon, E53 AMG 4MATIC, GLC300, GLC63 AMG Cou... Read more
Consequence
The electric PRE-SAFE®-function and the seat belt pretensioners may not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seat belt buckles, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 13, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020020017.
19V540000 Jul 19, 2019
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM: RADAR
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 C300 Cabrio, C300A Cabrio 4MATIC, C300 Coupe, C300 Coupe 4MATIC, C300, C300 4MATIC, C43 AMG Cabrio 4MATIC, C43 AMG Coupe 4MATIC, C43 AMG 4MATIC, C63 AMG Cabrio, C63S AMG Cabrio, C63 AMG Coupe, C63S AMG Coupe, C63 AMG, C63S AMG, CLS450, CLS450... Read more
Consequence
An impaired Active Brake Assist may not automatically apply partial or full braking as expected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the radar sensor control unit software, free of charge. The recall began September 13, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019080008.
Complaint Statistics
38 total complaints
7 crashes 4 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SEAT BELTS | 7 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 4 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 |
| AIR BAGS | 2 |
| STEERING | 2 |
| WHEELS | 2 |
| LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION | 2 |
| POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:CRANK/CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR | 2 |
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 1 |
STEERING
Apr 20, 2026
Incident date: Mar 28, 2026
The contact owns a 2018 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 - 70 MPH, the steering wheel was stuck while veering towards the left or the right. While turning the steering wheel, the steering wheel jerked in the opposite direction. There were no warning lights illuminat... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Dec 17, 2025
Incident date: Nov 5, 2025
My car was sitting our closed garage and came into the garage to see the rear window shattered.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dec 9, 2025
Incident date: Dec 9, 2025
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Tundra. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V322000 (Exterior Lighting) and 25V767000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the parts to do the recall repair were not yet available. The contact stated that the vehicle registration was schedu... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Jul 25, 2025
Incident date: Jul 21, 2025
The contact owns a 2021 Infiniti QX50. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment, prompting the contact to discontinue driving the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 19, 2024
Incident date: Nov 18, 2024
I was on [SSS], right before [SSS], traveling back from visiting family for the weekend. My vehicle suddenly lost all power while I was in the fast lane doing highway speeds. Luckily I was able to get over to the sliver of shoulder while there was no acceleration and only a brake . Although I was a... Read more
ENGINE
Sep 28, 2024
Incident date: Sep 1, 2024
Component that failed is a/an electric coolant pump for turbo. Yes, it is available for inspection. Safety was compromised due to increased risk of fire. Yes, the issue has been confirmed by Audi Service Department. Yes the vehicle has been inspected by Manufacturers local service department.... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Sep 28, 2024
Incident date: Sep 1, 2024
The vehicle shifts between reverse, neutral and drive without the automatic shift knob being pressed. This is an absolute safety issues, since it can shift at speed, causing a major accident. This is an ongoing issue. But don’t see a recall for it. I’ve contacted Mini of San Francisco.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 21, 2024
Incident date: Apr 20, 2024
While driving in a straight line my brakes and brake pedal were activated without any pressure being applied and maintaining about 45 mph. I pulled over to check the car and see if there was anything stuck in the wheel well and saw nothing. I got back in my car and proceeded to drive 2 blocks where ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Feb 26, 2024
Incident date: Feb 5, 2024
My equinox has only 70,000 miles and they found ground bearings in the transfer case and it cost me $2000 to fix they said this was an unusual repair to report it
SEAT BELTS
Feb 5, 2024
Incident date: May 23, 2023
the seat belts in the rear are guided through a metal D ring that has a plastic housing. This housing cracks and prevents the seat belts from retracting. This issue relays to most dodge, jeep chrysler products that all utilize the same part for front and rear seat belts. The issue has been acknowled... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:CRANK/CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
Oct 20, 2023
Incident date: May 1, 2023
The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-150. The contact stated that on multiple occasions after the vehicle was started, he heard a rattling sound at the hood of the vehicle. The contact then stated that at times after attempting to start the vehicle, he had to wait for several minutes before the engine wou... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 13, 2023
Incident date: Sep 12, 2023
1) Front suspension Death Wobble causing loss of control of truck. 2) Lost control of the vehicle running off the road at 70 mph through a fence. 3) Ford has attempted to repair the truck 3 times, the warranty company claimed there is no probem withe the truck the 4th time and declined repair. 4)... Read more
Crash
SUSPENSION
Sep 13, 2023
Incident date: Sep 12, 2023
1) Front suspension Death Wobble causing loss of control of truck. 2) Lost control of the vehicle running off the road at 70 mph through a fence. 3) Ford has attempted to repair the truck 3 times, the warranty company claimed there is no probem withe the truck the 4th time and declined repair. 4)... Read more
Crash
SERVICE BRAKES
Mar 13, 2023
Incident date: Mar 13, 2023
This vehicle has what is now known as "Phantom Braking" since day of delivery over two years ago and was reported to NHTSA previously by me and Hyundai which has not or will not try to correct this Safety Hazard. Last incident this occurred on 3/11/2023 for at least the 6th time. This has happened... Read more
COMMUNICATION
Oct 26, 2022
Incident date: May 20, 2022
The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz E300. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V365000 (Electrical System, Communication) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the re... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 26, 2022
Incident date: May 20, 2022
The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz E300. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V365000 (Electrical System, Communication) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the re... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:CRANK/CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
Aug 24, 2022
Incident date: Aug 6, 2022
The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz E300. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle began to shake and lost motive power. The contact depressed the accelerator pedal and the vehicle shuddered and failed to accelerate as needed. The contact stated that the check engine warn... Read more
WHEELS
Apr 8, 2022
Incident date: Sep 5, 2021
There is no spare tire and during our drive to Las Vegas the run flat tires blew out and the tire ripped off the rim. We couldn't even travel one mile on the run flat tires. We were stuck in the hot desert for over 2 1/2 hours before the towing car came. Mercedes did not let us know that due to r... Read more
Crash
1 injured
LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION
Apr 8, 2022
Incident date: Sep 5, 2021
There is no spare tire and during our drive to Las Vegas the run flat tires blew out and the tire ripped off the rim. We couldn't even travel one mile on the run flat tires. We were stuck in the hot desert for over 2 1/2 hours before the towing car came. Mercedes did not let us know that due to r... Read more
Crash
1 injured
TIRES
Apr 8, 2022
Incident date: Apr 3, 2022
Tire size: 245 40 19R While driving the side wall blew out and got less than 1 mile bring a run flat tire before the tire came off the rim.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Nov 23, 2021
Incident date: Nov 22, 2021
My husband and I were driving on the interstate in Indianapolis, Indiana yesterday, November22, 2021 and out of the clear blue our sunroof exploded on our 2019 Mercedes Benz E300W4. This was not due to being hit by something and we were not near an overpass. It exploded from the center outward. ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 20, 2021
Incident date: Jul 19, 2021
I fixed the issue
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 14, 2021
Incident date: Jul 14, 2021
While loading the car's truck, the automatic power trunk lid closed on the user's head with force.
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jul 14, 2021
Incident date: Jul 14, 2021
While loading the car's truck, the automatic power trunk lid closed on the user's head with force.
LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION
May 2, 2021
Incident date: May 2, 2021
THE RIGHT SIDE BLIND ASSIST TURNS ON WHEN MAKING A RIGHT TURN AND ALSO GIVES FALSE WARNING LIGHT AND SOUND WHEN THERE'S NO CAR. THE RUN FLAT TIRES BLEW OUT AND DIDN'T WORK. THERE'S NO SPARE TIRE SO I CALLED MB SOS. I HAD TO CALL THEM 4 TIMES TO GET THEM TO SEND THE TOWING TRUCK. I WAS TOLD IT WO... Read more
WHEELS
May 2, 2021
Incident date: May 2, 2021
THE RIGHT SIDE BLIND ASSIST TURNS ON WHEN MAKING A RIGHT TURN AND ALSO GIVES FALSE WARNING LIGHT AND SOUND WHEN THERE'S NO CAR. THE RUN FLAT TIRES BLEW OUT AND DIDN'T WORK. THERE'S NO SPARE TIRE SO I CALLED MB SOS. I HAD TO CALL THEM 4 TIMES TO GET THEM TO SEND THE TOWING TRUCK. I WAS TOLD IT WO... Read more
STEERING
Mar 29, 2021
Incident date: Mar 28, 2021
THE POWER STEERING BECAME DISABLED DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY. SEVERAL WARNING LIGHTS FLASHED. STEERING MALFUNCTION. INCREASE PHYSICAL EFFORT. ETC. IT WAS DANGEROUS TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE
SEAT BELTS
Jan 7, 2020
Incident date: Jan 7, 2020
I HAVE ISSUES WITH MY SEATBELT AND THE CAR IS NOTIFYING ME THAT SOMETHING IS WRONG WITH IT, AND WHEN I CALL MERCEDES BENZ, THERE IS NOBODY HELPING ME. I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY WERE DISMISSIVE TO MY COMPLAINT AND TOLD ME THAT THEY HAD NO PARTS TO FIX THE DEFECTIVE SEATBELT. I THEN CALLED ME... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dec 27, 2019
Incident date: Dec 27, 2019
FOR THE PAST MONTH WE HAVE A LAT OF RAIN DURING THE RAIN INSIDE THE CAR ON DRIVER SIDE UP TO 3 INCH OF WATER AND STAY LIKE THAT FOR SEVERAL DAYS 3 WEEKS A GO WE WENT TO BEVERLY HILLS MBZ DEALERSHIP FOR OIL SERVICE AND WE SHOW THAT PROBLEM TO THE ADVISOR HI SAD ITS NOTHING WRONG AND IF WE WONT TO CLE... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Dec 23, 2019
Incident date: Sep 5, 2019
HIT ON DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR AREA. PRESALE FAILED TO OPERATE. SEAT BELTS DID NOT RESTRAIN DRIVER OR PASSENGER. AIR BAGS DID NOT TRIGGER. DRIVER HIT STEERING WHEEL AND WAS INJURED. ENTERING INTERSECTION OF N. DRUID HILLS RD AND CLAIRMONT RD, ATLANTA, GA. MY VEHICLE WAS AT VERY LOW SPEED. OTHER VEHICLE... Read more
Crash
1 injured
AIR BAGS
Dec 23, 2019
Incident date: Sep 5, 2019
HIT ON DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR AREA. PRESALE FAILED TO OPERATE. SEAT BELTS DID NOT RESTRAIN DRIVER OR PASSENGER. AIR BAGS DID NOT TRIGGER. DRIVER HIT STEERING WHEEL AND WAS INJURED. ENTERING INTERSECTION OF N. DRUID HILLS RD AND CLAIRMONT RD, ATLANTA, GA. MY VEHICLE WAS AT VERY LOW SPEED. OTHER VEHICLE... Read more
Crash
1 injured
SEAT BELTS
Dec 12, 2019
Incident date: Nov 1, 2019
IT'S BEEN OVER A MONTH AND I USE MY CAR FOR UBER. UBER WON'T LET ME WORK UNLESS MERCEDES FIX THIS ISSUE. I'M SHORT ON MONEY AND THERE'S NOTHING I CAN DO AND I'M STILL MAKING PAYMENTS!
SEAT BELTS
Jul 27, 2019
Incident date: Feb 25, 2019
THE CAR DOES NOT DETECT A PROPERLY FASTENED SEATBELT SOMETIMES AND THE SEATBELT WILL NOT ADJUST AUTOMATICALLY EVEN WHEN PROPERLY FASTENED. BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE SEATBELTS ARE AFFECTED. TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP TWICE FOR THE SAME PROBLEM AND THE SEAT BELT MALFUNCTION CONTINUES.... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jul 26, 2019
Incident date: Jun 19, 2019
I DROVE IN AND PARKED BEHIND A CHILD CARE CENTER. I WAS STOPPED AND SUDDENLY THE CAR LURCHED FORWARD CRASHING THROUGH A WOOD FENCE AND WAS ONLY STOPPED BY SOME PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT. BREAKING DID NOT STOP IT.
Crash
SEAT BELTS
Jul 25, 2019
Incident date: Jan 1, 2019
AT TIMES WHEN SEATBELT IS FASTENED IT IS DETECTED AS NOT HOOKED UP. RECALL IS IN EFFECT FOR SOME MODELS BUT NOT E300, 18V839000, THIS MODEL SHOULD BE LISTED ALSO. HAPPENS RANDOMLY.
SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER
Feb 8, 2019
Incident date: Jan 13, 2019
THE CAR DOES NOT DETECT A PROPERLY FASTENED SEATBELT SOMETIMES AND THE SEATBELT WILL NOT ADJUST AUTOMATICALLY EVEN WHEN PROPERLY FASTENED. INTERMITTENT ISSUE. LOOKS LIKE OTHER MODELS HAVE HAD RECALLS RELATED TO SIMILAR COMPLAINTS. HTTPS://WWW.CONSUMERAFFAIRS.COM/NEWS/MERCEDES-BENZ-VEHICLES-WITH-SEAT... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Feb 8, 2019
Incident date: Jan 13, 2019
THE CAR DOES NOT DETECT A PROPERLY FASTENED SEATBELT SOMETIMES AND THE SEATBELT WILL NOT ADJUST AUTOMATICALLY EVEN WHEN PROPERLY FASTENED. INTERMITTENT ISSUE. LOOKS LIKE OTHER MODELS HAVE HAD RECALLS RELATED TO SIMILAR COMPLAINTS. HTTPS://WWW.CONSUMERAFFAIRS.COM/NEWS/MERCEDES-BENZ-VEHICLES-WITH-SEAT... Read more
AIR BAGS
Feb 8, 2019
Incident date: Jan 13, 2019
THE CAR DOES NOT DETECT A PROPERLY FASTENED SEATBELT SOMETIMES AND THE SEATBELT WILL NOT ADJUST AUTOMATICALLY EVEN WHEN PROPERLY FASTENED. INTERMITTENT ISSUE. LOOKS LIKE OTHER MODELS HAVE HAD RECALLS RELATED TO SIMILAR COMPLAINTS. HTTPS://WWW.CONSUMERAFFAIRS.COM/NEWS/MERCEDES-BENZ-VEHICLES-WITH-SEAT... Read more
MERCEDES-BENZ E 300 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the MERCEDES-BENZ E 300 across all model years (2018, 2019).
15
Total Recalls
85
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
7
Reported Crashes
1
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
MERCEDES-BENZ E 300 - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 (current) | 8 | 38 | |
| 2018 | 7 | 47 | View |