2020 MERCEDES-BENZ E 450 4MATIC
1 recalls, 4 complaints
26V216000 Apr 3, 2026
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:UNIVERSAL JOINT
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 E 400 4MATIC Sedan, E 400 4MATIC Wagon, E 400 4MATIC Cabriolet, E 400 4MATIC Coupe, 2018-2020 Maybach S 560 4MATIC, S 560 4MATIC Coupe, S 450 4MATIC, 2019-2020 E 450 4MATIC Sedan, E 450 4MATIC Wagon, E 450 4MATIC Coupe, and E 450 4MATIC Cabrio... Read more
Consequence
A sudden loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the drive shaft as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed May 22, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identifica... Read more
Complaint Statistics
4 total complaints
1 crashes
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 1 |
| ENGINE | 1 |
| STEERING | 1 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL | 1 |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Jul 23, 2026
Incident date: Jun 26, 2026
The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to accelerate immediately while the accelerator pedal was depressed. The vehicle then accelerated and lurched forward while entering traffic. There was no warning light ... Read more
ENGINE
Jul 13, 2026
Incident date: Aug 19, 2024
Honda accord 1.5L engine had a blown head gasket at 94,000 miles. Local mechanic has advised that this engine has been an issue with blowing head gaskets early. Took it to dealership and they confirmed head gasket leaking. Was driving on highway and car went into limp mode and all the dash lights ca... Read more
STEERING
Jul 13, 2026
Incident date: Aug 19, 2024
I am reporting a severe, intermittent loss of Electronic Power Steering (EPS) assist on a 2022 Ram ProMaster cargo van at ~21,000 miles. The defect causes sudden drops in steering assistance and erratic wheel-jerking under heavy electrical loads during rapid, low-speed turns while parking.A professi... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jun 13, 2026
Incident date: Jun 1, 2026
On 3 occasions over my 18-month ownership of this certified pre-owned Hyundai 2022 Tucson, the vehicle surged suddenly forward WITH BRAKE APPLIED at creeping (parking) speeds of 3-4 mph. No warning lamps were observed. On the most recent (3rd) occasion, a crash over a sidewalk and into a storefront ... Read more
Crash
MERCEDES-BENZ E 450 4MATIC - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the MERCEDES-BENZ E 450 4MATIC across all model years (2019, 2026).
6
Total Recalls
11
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
2
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths