2023 MERCEDES-BENZ E 450
4 recalls — 25 complaints
24V100000 Feb 9, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 CLS450, E450, E450 All-Terrain, AMG E53, AMG GT43, AMG GT53, and 2021 AMG CLS53 vehicles. The 48-volt ground cable connection located in the engine compartment may not be tightened properly and may result in the ground cable overheating.
Consequence
An overheated ground cable increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the 48-volt ground cable connection and repair it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 22, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024MMNNNN.
23V880000 Dec 21, 2023
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2024 GLE, GLS, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, GLC, CLS, AMG GT, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, causing a loss of drive power.
Consequence
A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on February 23, 2024, April 19, 2024, June 28, 2024, August 9, 2024, October 1, 2024, and December 2, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA cu... Read more
23V574000 Aug 11, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:BLINDSPOT:SENSORS
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023 E450, E350, AMG E63 S, AMG E53, CLS450, AMG GT53, and AMG GT43 vehicles. Due to a software error, the exit warning system audio and visual warnings may fail to alert occupants about approaching vehicles.
Consequence
Failure to alert occupants of an approaching vehicle can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will update the exit warning system software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023080005.
23V445000 Jun 26, 2023
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS, SL, GT, GLC, GLE, GLS, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Consequence
A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 14, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023070012.
Complaint Statistics
25 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 4 |
| TIRES | 4 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 3 |
| TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS | 3 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
| POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| STEERING | 2 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 1 |
| WHEELS | 1 |
| AIR BAGS | 1 |
ENGINE
Jun 2, 2026
Incident date: May 20, 2026
The contact owns a 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine seized. The contact stated that the failure occurred while making a left turn. In addition, a malfunction error message illuminated. The contact stated while attempting to start the ve... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
Apr 22, 2026
Incident date: Sep 1, 2025
The contact owns a 2023 Mercedes-Benz E450. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds with the cruise control activated, a yellow "Active Lane Keeping Assistance is Inoperable" message was displayed, followed by a red "Emergency Braking to Begin" message displayed on the instrument pan... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 22, 2026
Incident date: Sep 1, 2025
The contact owns a 2023 Mercedes-Benz E450. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds with the cruise control activated, a yellow "Active Lane Keeping Assistance is Inoperable" message was displayed, followed by a red "Emergency Braking to Begin" message displayed on the instrument pan... Read more
TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Oct 29, 2025
Incident date: Aug 14, 2025
RE: Continental Pro Contact GX SSR MOE 245/40 R19 98 H M+S Original factory installed Mercedes E450 tires. I had 3 blowouts from hitting small potholes on 3 different tires in 1.5 years. These are complete immediate blowout going completely flat on impact. It could have very dangerous if I... Read more
TIRES
Oct 29, 2025
Incident date: Aug 14, 2025
RE: Continental Pro Contact GX SSR MOE 245/40 R19 98 H M+S Original factory installed Mercedes E450 tires. I had 3 blowouts from hitting small potholes on 3 different tires in 1.5 years. These are complete immediate blowout going completely flat on impact. It could have very dangerous if I... Read more
TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Oct 29, 2025
Incident date: Apr 2, 2024
RE: Continental Pro Contact GX SSR MOE 245/40 R19 98 H M+S Original factory installed Mercedes E450 tires. I had 3 blowouts from hitting small potholes on 3 different tires in 1.5 years. These are complete immediate blowout going completely flat on impact. It could have very dangerous if I ... Read more
TIRES
Oct 29, 2025
Incident date: Apr 2, 2024
RE: Continental Pro Contact GX SSR MOE 245/40 R19 98 H M+S Original factory installed Mercedes E450 tires. I had 3 blowouts from hitting small potholes on 3 different tires in 1.5 years. These are complete immediate blowout going completely flat on impact. It could have very dangerous if I ... Read more
TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Oct 29, 2025
Incident date: Feb 25, 2024
RE: Continental Pro Contact GX SSR MOE 245/40 R19 98 H M+S Original factory installed Mercedes E450 tires. I had 3 blowouts from hitting small potholes on 3 different tires in 1.5 years. These are complete immediate blowout going completely flat on impact. It could have very dangerous if I... Read more
TIRES
Oct 29, 2025
Incident date: Feb 25, 2024
RE: Continental Pro Contact GX SSR MOE 245/40 R19 98 H M+S Original factory installed Mercedes E450 tires. I had 3 blowouts from hitting small potholes on 3 different tires in 1.5 years. These are complete immediate blowout going completely flat on impact. It could have very dangerous if I... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 17, 2025
Incident date: Jun 17, 2025
A check engine light came on and our mechanic ran diagnostics to find that there was antifreeze leaking. He said it could be the head gasket but we needed to take it to Ford dealership. We took it in and were told that it is indeed leaking coolant into cylinder due to a crack in the cylinder wall. I... Read more
STEERING
May 23, 2025
Incident date: Nov 7, 2024
At 62,000 a very noticeable gap in steering going left or right become present. As you turn the steering left or right before the tires began to turn a noticeable clanking notice like gears hitting. The action of clanking was repeating every move more noticeable in park while running and off. Same w... Read more
TIRES
Feb 4, 2025
Incident date: Feb 3, 2025
Tire blow out
POWER TRAIN
Nov 30, 2024
Incident date: Nov 27, 2024
Knock sensor keeps throwing codes, the car will not accelerate over 20mph and under 2000 rpms
ENGINE
Nov 30, 2024
Incident date: Nov 27, 2024
Knock sensor keeps throwing codes, the car will not accelerate over 20mph and under 2000 rpms
STEERING
Sep 12, 2024
Incident date: Jun 19, 2024
While driving the vehicle and while it was in motion, I received a wave of faults. The power steering, lane departure, brake system, brake hold system, vehicle stability assist, hill start assist, trailer stability, and adaptive cruise control all failed. Consequently, the steering wheel locked co... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Jun 4, 2024
Incident date: Jun 4, 2024
At approximately 5:05pm today (6/4) as I was leaving a parking lot, I was reversing into the parking lot. The van directly opposite me also had their reverse lights on but was not moving. It was one of those whos-going-to-go-first situations. I had proximity warnings going off because of the cars pa... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 21, 2024
Incident date: Mar 16, 2024
The steering wheel sticks about 70% of the time I drive the car. I have to use more pressure to make minor adjustments than normal. I'm guessing it's the steering rack or something similar. It takes my focus away from other things I should be paying attention to while driving. I need this fixed ASAP... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 21, 2024
Incident date: Mar 16, 2024
Child safety lock, making a clicking sound while engaged. When the lock is disengaged, the sound goes away. This sounds like a safety concern when you are trying to put on the child log for safety of your child.
AIR BAGS
Feb 12, 2024
Incident date: Nov 20, 2023
I received a notice of a recall a couple months ago with a note that there was no remedy as of yet. I have been waiting to schedule the repair and driving the car less. I received another notice also stating there is no remedy but to contact them if any questions. I contacted the manufacturer and th... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dec 2, 2023
Incident date: Jul 6, 2023
Dashboard lights flashing, Brake lights Traction control Cruise Check engine
ENGINE
Dec 2, 2023
Incident date: Jul 6, 2023
Dashboard lights flashing, Brake lights Traction control Cruise Check engine
POWER TRAIN
Dec 2, 2023
Incident date: Jul 6, 2023
My 2023 Mercedes 450E car was purchased on June 11, 2023 and has 1,750 miles. On 2 to 3 different occasions, I was stopped at a light waiting to make a left turn, fortunately my light was red and not a green permitting turning, which would have meant I would have pulled up and into the cross section... Read more
WHEELS
Oct 23, 2023
Incident date: Oct 20, 2023
I parked uphill on my driveway and put car in park to drop off groceries . My trunk didn’t not open which usually only happens when vehicle is in drive. I felt my car begin to move so I jumped in to discover dash said shift to park. This is major safety issue and happens quite often now. Under thi... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Oct 22, 2023
Incident date: Oct 21, 2023
The 2023 BMW X3 is equipped with automatic high beams that includes an anti-dazzle feature. The anti-dazzle/non-glare (matrix) feature have been available on non US Spec vehicles since 2013 but US legislation did not allow this feature to enabled in the United States. In the meantime legislation has... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 20, 2023
Incident date: Jun 19, 2023
The contact owns a 2023 Tesla Model X. The contact stated that the center display had been malfunctioning since purchasing the vehicle new. Additionally, the contact stated that the windows would go up and would go down independently. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that w... Read more
MERCEDES-BENZ E 450 — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the MERCEDES-BENZ E 450 across all model years (2019–2024).
46
Total Recalls
95
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
4
Reported Crashes
3
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths