2010 MERCEDES-BENZ E350

4 recalls, 229 complaints - 186 TSBs

22V168000 Mar 18, 2022
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2010 E350, 2014 G550, 2008-2009 C300, 2008 C350, 2009 CLK550, 2007 SL550, SLK280, and 2008 SLK350 vehicles. Various control units may have been updated with incorrect software configuration during a service repair. This can result in various syst... Read more
Consequence
Various system failures, such as loss of drive power, reduced exterior lighting, or loss of dynamic control functions including stability and traction control, can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the software configuration on the affected control units, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 3, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022040003.
22 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
18V043000 Jan 10, 2018
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013 C250, C250 Coupe, C350 Coupe 4Matic, C300 4Matic, C350, C350 Coupe, C63 AMG, C63 Coupe, E350 Cabrio, E350 Coupe, E550 Cabrio, E350 Coupe 4Matic, E550 Coupe, GLK350 4Matic, GLK250 Bluetec 4Matic, GLK350, SLS Coupe, SLS AMG GT Coupe, and SLS Roa... Read more
Consequence
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module, free of charge. Mercedes issued an interim notification to owners on February 23, 2018. A second notice will be mailed when remedy parts are available. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-36... Read more
132,167 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
16V363000 May 26, 2016
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 C300 Sedan, C300 4matic Sedan, C350 Sedan, C63 AMG Sedan vehicles, 2010-2011 GLK350, GLK350 4-Matic and E350 Coupe vehicles, 2011 SLS AMG, E350 Convertible, E550 Coupe and E550 Convertible vehicles originally sold, or ever regi... Read more
Consequence
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag modules, free of charge. Owners were sent an interim notification October 2016. A second notice will be mailed when remedy parts are available. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.
258,163 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
16V081000 Feb 11, 2016
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 ML320 BlueTec 4Matic, GL320 BlueTec 4Matic and R320 CDI 4Matic, 2011 E350 Cabriolet and E550 Cabriolet, 2009-2011 ML350, ML350 4Matic, ML550 4Matic, ML63 AMG, and C63 AMG, 2010-2011 ML450 4Matic Hybrid, E350 Coupe, E350 4Mati... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
MBUSA will their notify owners, and Fiat Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler owners. Dealers for the respective brands will replace the driver's frontal air bag module, free of charge. This recall began November 2016. Mercedes-Benz owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-637... Read more
711,159 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

Complaint Statistics

229 total complaints 19 crashes 1 fires 12 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
AIR BAGS68
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM25
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM19
ENGINE16
POWER TRAIN15
UNKNOWN OR OTHER12
STRUCTURE:BODY8
STEERING8
SUSPENSION8
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL5
ENGINE Apr 10, 2026
Incident date: Mar 10, 2026
Starting in drive with the brakes depressed, when trying to accelerate with the gas pedal, the vehicle will not activate the engine from electric mode(EV). The car will not accelerate even with the gas pedal fully depressed. It has happened four times so far. Safety issue because when I’m pulling ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Feb 17, 2026
Incident date: Nov 15, 2025
While driving on the freeway in the carpool lane, our Audi Q6 malfunctioned and lost power. There were numerous malfunction lights all at once. No other warning that the car was about to lose power. I was forced to coast across lanes avoiding traffic to the side of the road. Steering wheel was also ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Feb 17, 2026
Incident date: Nov 15, 2025
While driving on the freeway in the carpool lane, our Audi Q6 malfunctioned and lost power. There were numerous malfunction lights all at once. No other warning that the car was about to lose power. I was forced to coast across lanes avoiding traffic to the side of the road. Steering wheel was also ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jan 19, 2026
Incident date: Jan 19, 2026
Vehicle: 2025 BMW X3 Complaint Description: I am reporting a serious safety defect involving sudden unintended acceleration, braking abnormalities, steering looseness, and electronic system failures. Within days of purchase, the vehicle began experiencing infotainment system freezing and electron... Read more
Crash
SERVICE BRAKES Jan 19, 2026
Incident date: Jan 19, 2026
Vehicle: 2025 BMW X3 Complaint Description: I am reporting a serious safety defect involving sudden unintended acceleration, braking abnormalities, steering looseness, and electronic system failures. Within days of purchase, the vehicle began experiencing infotainment system freezing and electron... Read more
Crash
ENGINE Nov 24, 2025
Incident date: Nov 24, 2025
The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4XE. The contact stated while driving at approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle started to lose drive power. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal was depressed but the vehicle felt like it was stalling. The contact stated that the failure also occurred while... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Nov 20, 2025
Incident date: Nov 18, 2025
My 2019 Nissan Kicks experienced a sudden and dangerous CVT transmission failure. The vehicle began jerking, struggled to accelerate, and at times would not move forward when pressing the gas. The check engine light came on during these incidents. The car also revs without engaging properly and lose... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Sep 24, 2025
Incident date: Sep 24, 2025
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Mustang. The contact received the recall letter related to NHTSA Campaign Number: XXX (Back Over Prevention). While reversing, the camera was flickering. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed, and the dealer informed the contact that the came... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jul 24, 2025
Incident date: Jul 24, 2025
my 2011 RAM 1500 5.7L has a Faulty TIPM. Fuel Pump cuts out, causing stalling and intermittent operation, starting vehicle becomes problematic while commuting. vehicle will sometimes not start at all and will remain stuck in an ignition loop. Continues to throw random check engine codes. I have ha... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY Jul 18, 2025
Incident date: Jul 17, 2025
Occurring 7/10/2025 WATER LEAK CONCERN:: mildew smell coming from the vehicle, trunk is wet and smelling mildew. have gaps on the rear sunroof glass seal. recommend replacing rear sunroof glass seal, replaced all the drain hoses, remove all the carpets and dry them—water incursion may have affecte... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Apr 14, 2025
Incident date: Mar 7, 2025
The contact owns a 2021 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle sputtered while accelerating or making a left or right turn. The vehicle was returned to the dealer, who diagnosed the vehicle with a failed high-pre... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Apr 14, 2025
Incident date: Mar 7, 2025
Yes, my brakes have failed twice with my children in my car both coming to a stop sign almost causing us injury or death. I have contacted Chevrolet several times about this issue. It has happened again costing me close to $4000 in repairs.
STRUCTURE Apr 4, 2025
Incident date: Apr 4, 2025
The contact owns a 2014 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, the front driver's side windshield A-pillar trim detached. Upon inspection of the vehicle, the contact noticed that the front passenger's side windshield A-pillar trim had detached. The contact received notification... Read more
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS Mar 27, 2025
Incident date: Feb 1, 2025
The contact owns a 2016 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle started shaking abnormally. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and was informed by a mechanic that the front passenger’s side wheel lug nuts and bolts were loosened and had detach... Read more
ENGINE Feb 24, 2025
Incident date: Feb 10, 2025
On [XXX] I was driving @ 55 MPH. The engine made a loud noise, and completely lost all power and controls. Truck went into natural, all dashboard and screens went black. One I was able to come to a stop the vehicle put itself in park. Truck was towed to Jim Butler in Fenton, MO. I was told by the sh... Read more
STEERING Feb 24, 2025
Incident date: Feb 10, 2025
While driving towards our friends place, an alert came up saying "Steering Assist reduced" with error code GTW_w075. The car was running at about 60 to 65 mph and at that speed l, we didn't notice much issue in handling the car. When we were leaving for home, the alert was still active and at that t... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Feb 24, 2025
Incident date: Feb 10, 2025
The contact owns a 2020 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that upon arriving at the destination and attempting to reverse into a parking space, the transmission failed to shift into reverse even though the gear shifter was in reverse. The vehicle failed to shift back into drive, prompting the contact ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Feb 18, 2025
Incident date: Feb 17, 2025
Emission system failure. Code P2459 Regeneration Frequency. Overheating of the DPF while stuck in regen cycle causes burning smell and diesel fumes in the cabin while driving. Suspected vehicle on fire. Date of incident 01/25/2025. Vehicle at dealership for repair 01/28/2025. Dealership repair unsuc... Read more
ENGINE Feb 18, 2025
Incident date: Feb 17, 2025
Emission system failure. Code P2459 Regeneration Frequency. Overheating of the DPF while stuck in regen cycle causes burning smell and diesel fumes in the cabin while driving. Suspected vehicle on fire. Date of incident 01/25/2025. Vehicle at dealership for repair 01/28/2025. Dealership repair unsuc... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Jan 31, 2025
Incident date: Sep 27, 2024
My CRV 2019 EX Honda is losing power while drivng. It is very concerning since it is happening very often and it can reduce all of a sudden the speed while driving on a highway. I have to stop the car, turn off and then on again to continue. I went to see if there was a recall, but no recall fo... Read more
ENGINE Jan 31, 2025
Incident date: Sep 27, 2024
Since purchasing my 2022 Triumph Scrambler, it has exhibited excessive vibrations, which the dealer dismissed as "normal" at the time of purchase. However, these vibrations have directly led to multiple mechanical failures while I was riding, putting my safety at risk. The radiator has spontaneousl... Read more
ENGINE Jan 1, 2025
Incident date: Dec 10, 2024
My ford escape was diagnosed 12/31/2024 with a slight coolant intrusion. The dealership said my escape would require a new short block engine at the tune of $7555.28. I still owe $5800. I bought my car 12/2020 from a ford dealership with 3rd party extended warranty with 45k and now vehicle has 7... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Jan 1, 2025
Incident date: Dec 10, 2024
My ford escape was diagnosed 12/31/2024 with a slight coolant intrusion. The dealership said my escape would require a new short block engine at the tune of $7555.28. I still owe $5800. I bought my car 12/2020 from a ford dealership with 3rd party extended warranty with 45k and now vehicle has 7... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jan 1, 2025
Incident date: Dec 10, 2024
My ford escape was diagnosed 12/31/2024 with a slight coolant intrusion. The dealership said my escape would require a new short block engine at the tune of $7555.28. I still owe $5800. I bought my car 12/2020 from a ford dealership with 3rd party extended warranty with 45k and now vehicle has 7... Read more
AIR BAGS Nov 18, 2024
Incident date: Aug 6, 2024
SO FAR THE FRONT SUSPENSION MAKES A NOISE
STEERING Nov 18, 2024
Incident date: Aug 6, 2024
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the vehicle became difficult to maneuver. The Advance Trac warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an auto repair shop where it was diagnosed and determined that the rack and pinion steering system ... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS Nov 11, 2024
Incident date: Oct 2, 2024
Forward collision sensor comes on and deactivates the cruise control and all safety features, sometimes breaking and quickly deceleration the car in traffic, dealer and Nissan refuse to address the issue telling me it's working as intended, feels like the car intends to kill me when this occurs in t... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY Mar 7, 2024
Incident date: Mar 7, 2024
The paint on this vehicle failed and matches photos in Acura service bulletin [XXX] which deals with failure of paint color [XXX]. When calling Honda I was told that that recall is VIN specific and that my vehicle was not affected. The attached photos clearly show that the paint is defective and t... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC Mar 7, 2024
Incident date: Mar 7, 2024
The contact owns a 2013 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000(Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall re... Read more
POWER TRAIN Mar 7, 2024
Incident date: Mar 7, 2024
Don't get gears skipping gear
SUSPENSION Dec 28, 2023
Incident date: Dec 1, 2023
Right front lower suspension arm bushing pulled out leaving wheel loose. Recognized right away but could have caused loss of control. No provoking reason. Taken to dealer who replaced part.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Nov 15, 2023
Incident date: Oct 15, 2022
My electrical system and/or computer brain is not operating properly. About a year and 1/2 ago the low beam passenger light stopped working. I had the bulb replaced at Walmart. 2 months later it went out again. Walmart checked and said the bulb was not the problem so I went to Firestone and was told... Read more
STEERING Oct 10, 2023
Incident date: Oct 6, 2023
It's difficult to maintain lane and the steering wheel doesn't turn. sticky steering.
ENGINE Sep 15, 2023
Incident date: Sep 15, 2023
The Jeep transmission wont go into gear, loses power ,wont go into reverse, speeds up on its own and doesn't go into drive or losses power
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Sep 15, 2023
Incident date: Sep 15, 2023
The Jeep transmission wont go into gear, loses power ,wont go into reverse, speeds up on its own and doesn't go into drive or losses power
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Sep 15, 2023
Incident date: Sep 15, 2023
My vehicle started smelling intensely like burning plastic which filled the compartment. I brought it immediately to the repair shop. I had it towed in. It was apparent something was on fire. When I got to the repair shop (not mini) the electrical components for the interior, turn signals and window... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY Aug 16, 2023
Incident date: Jun 1, 2015
At 40 mph+, the inside of the vehicle sounds like you are in a wind tunnel. The noise is so excessive that it gives you a headache at speeds over 50 mph. The excessive wind noise is coming from the driver’s side.
STEERING Jul 10, 2023
Incident date: Jul 10, 2023
Power steering fails intermittently with no warning. Causes loss of steering control momentarily, then returns to normal after restarting. It has affected this vehicle sporatically since 152K miles. Odometer reads 156K on 7-10-23. It has not been inspected by any mechanic, dealer, or insurance profe... Read more
VISIBILITY Jul 10, 2023
Incident date: Jul 10, 2023
The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V842000 (Visibility) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact then received notification that parts were currently available. The dealer was notified, and the contact was i... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST Jul 5, 2023
Incident date: Jun 14, 2023
The airbags is displayed as not working/off. The blind spot warning, and the lane keeping assistance does not function. There was an incident that happened where I hit a pot hole and ended up hitting a construction cone. No warning signs went off and my car wasn’t assisted yo avoid the cone.
Crash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jul 5, 2023
Incident date: Jun 14, 2023
Fuse junction box- fuses start getting loose causing signals and other electrical issues.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:HYDRAULIC:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS Jun 26, 2023
Incident date: May 15, 2023
2015 KIA SOUL- Email and complaint forwarded from the division of consumer protection of the state of New York on behalf of consumer. Consumer states: "The brake lines rotted away and failed . Kia has already recalled a different model vehicle for the same problem. Dealer had another Kia Soul in th... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL May 16, 2023
Incident date: May 13, 2023
The contact owns a 2018 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the instrument cluster intermittently went blank for several minutes. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and ... Read more
TIRES May 16, 2023
Incident date: May 13, 2023
The contact owns a 2022 Mini Cooper equipped with Pirelli Tires, Tire Line: P-Zero Run Flat, Tire Size: 205/40/R18, DOT Number: 19307460B. The contact stated that upon inspection, it was discovered that the both front side tires had three sidewall bubbles, and the front passenger’s side tire had t... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY May 16, 2023
Incident date: May 13, 2023
THE AUTO STOP SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS SHUTS OFF AT RED LIGHTS AND DOES NOT ENGAGE WHEN BRAKE RELEASED AND GAS PEDAL PUSHED. THE ENGINE SHUTS OFF COMPLETELY AND HAS TO BE PUT IN PARK AND RESTARTED IN TRAFFIC WHICH CAN BE DEADLY. THERE'S NO WAY TO DISENGAGE THIS IS NOT A GOOD FEATURE.
TIRES:SIDEWALL Mar 28, 2023
Incident date: Mar 1, 2023
I was driving my Audi on the Interstate with my husband and daughter in the vehicle when the tire blew making a loud boom. I gripped the wheel as we almost flipped the vehicle driving off the road.
STRUCTURE:BODY Mar 18, 2023
Incident date: Mar 18, 2023
I have had the liftgate lower unexpectedly in two separate incidents causing injury. The first happed two weeks ago at a filling station. I was exited the passenger side and walked behind the car to reach the pump. When I got to the pump I turned around to go back to get my wallet. At that momen... Read more
1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Mar 18, 2023
Incident date: Mar 18, 2023
My car caught on fire While it was parked. I contacted ford ford had no knowledge of fires in the car. Come to find out. It's all over the internet that there are fires in the ecoboost fuel system. They are refusing to fix the car. I am disabled and I feel like they are taking advantage of me becaus... Read more
Fire
POWER TRAIN Mar 18, 2023
Incident date: Mar 18, 2023
Faulty timing chain
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) Feb 24, 2023
Incident date: Oct 1, 2022
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving approximately 30-35 MPH, the vehicle downshifted and the RPM’s increased without the vehicle accelerating. The contact then stated that the transmission inadvertently downshifted to 5th gear. The powertrain malfunction warning li... Read more

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EPA Fuel Economy, 2010 MERCEDES-BENZ E350

Trim / Engine City MPG Highway MPG Combined MPG Fuel Type Annual Fuel Cost
3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic 7-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) 18.0 26.0 21.0 Premium $3,600

CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Midsize Cars)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2010 MERCEDES-BENZ E350

186 manufacturer communications from 134 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM22
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE10
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING7
010000 STEERING7
350000 EQUIPMENT6
160000 STRUCTURE6
021230 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM6
100000 POWER TRAIN6
NCU - 24240304 Mar 12, 2024
160000 STRUCTURE
As previously reported, to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, avoid further costs of litigation and return focus to its core businesses, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has entered into a Settlement regarding claims relating to alleg
NCU - 24240304 Mar 12, 2024
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
As previously reported, to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, avoid further costs of litigation and return focus to its core businesses, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has entered into a Settlement regarding claims relating to alleg
LI91.18-P-077075 Dec 4, 2023
220000 SEATS
Crease formation on genuine leather seat covers in vehicles with low mileage ??A?A? Objects left on the seats for extended periods of time (pressure marks). ??A?A? Objects wedged between the seat backrest and seat cushion (e.g. seat bel
ELW-Fuel Filter Nov 3, 2023
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
In our continuing efforts to assure the proper performance of Mercedes-Benz products and to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, Mercedes-Benz USA (??A?A?MBUSA??A?A?) is extending the warranty coverage on the fuel filter unit for Part
ELW-Fuel Filter Nov 3, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
In our continuing efforts to assure the proper performance of Mercedes-Benz products and to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, Mercedes-Benz USA (??A?A?MBUSA??A?A?) is extending the warranty coverage on the fuel filter unit for Part
LI82.85-P-076799 Aug 18, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The Mercedes me connect services cannot be activated. The remote status data does not update. Error in N112/9 - control unit for telematics services (HERMES). In the HERMES control unit log, under the "URL" tab, the value DEFAULT is st
LI82.85-P-076799 Aug 18, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
The Mercedes me connect services cannot be activated. The remote status data does not update. Error in N112/9 - control unit for telematics services (HERMES). In the HERMES control unit log, under the "URL" tab, the value DEFAULT is st
BurlWalnutUpdate Apr 28, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
To enhance the satisfaction of our customers, avoid further costs of litigation and return focus to its core businesses, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has entered into a settlement regarding claims relating to allegations that the a??Burl
CL-ELWSubframe Mar 31, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has extended the warranty for the rear subframe on the vehicles listed below, from the original New Vehicle Limited Warranty of 4 years/50,000 miles to 20 years/unlimited miles, and applies to the vehicle reg
ELW-RearSubframe Mar 10, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has extended the warranty for the rear subframe on the vehicles listed below, from the original New Vehicle Limited Warranty of 4 years/50,000 miles to 20 years/unlimited miles, and applies to the vehicle reg
ELW-RearSubframe Mar 10, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has extended the warranty for the rear subframe on the vehicles listed below, from the original New Vehicle Limited Warranty of 4 years/50,000 miles to 20 years/unlimited miles, and applies to the vehicle reg
ELW-RearSubframe Feb 10, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has extended the warranty for the rear subframe on the vehicles listed below, from the original New Vehicle Limited Warranty of 4 years/50,000 miles to 20 years/unlimited miles, and applies to the vehicle rega
ELW-BurlWalnut Jan 25, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
To enhance the satisfaction of our customers, avoid further costs of litigation and return focus to its core businesses, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has entered into a settlement regarding claims relating to allegations that the a??Burl
LI68.05-P-060306 Jan 27, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Complaint The garage door hand transmitter cannot be initialized with the integrated garage door opener in the inside rearview mirror. Cause 1. The integrated garage door opener (GDO) is not compatible with the opening system installed
LI68.05-P-060307 Jan 9, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Complaint The range of the integrated garage door opener (GTO) is too short. Cause 1. Vehicles equipped with infrared windows and/or a heated windshield may suffer from complaints involving low transmission power. 2. When comparing the
LI54.30-P-072145 Dec 10, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NTG5.5: Incorrect time shown on instrument cluster, COMAND display, and analog clock
LI54.30-P-072145 Dec 10, 2020
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
NTG5.5: Incorrect time shown on instrument cluster, COMAND display, and analog clock
LI42.47-P-067502 Dec 9, 2020
251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)
If the customer brakes sharply from a speed of > 30mph, without ABS intervention, there is a single cracking noise from the area of the ESP hydraulic unit
LI42.47-P-067502 Dec 9, 2020
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
If the customer brakes sharply from a speed of > 30mph, without ABS intervention, there is a single cracking noise from the area of the ESP hydraulic unit
LI54.65-P-072065 Dec 9, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Unmotivated Reaction from Park Assist - model series 213 facelift / 238 facelift with option code 235 (active par- king assist) and option code 501 (surround view system)
LI27.50-P-071658 Sep 30, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
Harsh engagement when changing gear range from P to D or R
LI27.50-P-049281 Sep 22, 2020
103300 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
Harsh engagement when changing gear range from P to D
LI32.22-P-071495 Jul 20, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
AIRMATIC Fault Message "Max 80 km/ h (50 mph) " In Instrument Cluster
LI82.10-P-064766 Jun 30, 2020
121100 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:CONCEALMENT DEVICES
Lamp unit fogged or droplets forming. Due to the vent openings, the lamp unit is an "open system". This means that acidic gases, moisture, dirt and exhaust gases can penetrate it. This can result in deposits on the diffuser and lens. Che
LI82.10-P-064766 Jun 30, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Lamp unit fogged or droplets forming. Due to the vent openings, the lamp unit is an "open system". This means that acidic gases, moisture, dirt and exhaust gases can penetrate it. This can result in deposits on the diffuser and lens. Che
LI82.10-P-064766 Jun 30, 2020
120000 LIGHTING (PWS)
Lamp unit fogged or droplets forming. Due to the vent openings, the lamp unit is an "open system". This means that acidic gases, moisture, dirt and exhaust gases can penetrate it. This can result in deposits on the diffuser and lens. Che
NCU - HVAC Warra May 21, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
To enhance the satisfaction of our customers, avoid further costs of litigation and return focus to its core businesses, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has entered into a settlement regarding claims relating to alleged mold and mildew type
LI91 45-P-066075 Jul 23, 2018
150000 SEAT BELTS
Seat belt extender toothed rack sluggish or makes noises
LI54 30-P-068430 Jul 19, 2018
020000 SUSPENSION
Display of suspension setting in head unit implausible
LI54 30-P-068430 Jul 19, 2018
251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)
Display of suspension setting in head unit implausible
LI72 20-P-068322 Jul 2, 2018
162600 STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE
Liftgate intermittently does not open fully
P-SC-2017030011 Mar 17, 2017
140000 AIR BAGS
Replace Driver-Side and (if applicable) Front Passenger Air Bag
LI8260P0568903 Nov 15, 2016
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
No/poor radio reception in AM frequency range.
LI0702P0547173 Nov 14, 2016
061400 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
Ticking or pulsing noise from high-pressure pump and/or fuel injectors.
LI8285P0647651 Aug 25, 2016
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Traffic information service and posibly the voice control, nonfunctional after navigation software update.
LI8285P0581859 Aug 16, 2016
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
"Anti-theft protection activated".
LI1830P0597123 Aug 5, 2016
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Gasket may settle causing a slight oil leak.
LI1830P0597123 Aug 5, 2016
061530 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:SEALS/GASKETS
Gasket may settle causing a slight oil leak.
TakataRecall Feb 26, 2016
140000 AIR BAGS
Additional information around the recent recall announcement affecting approximately 705,983 Mercedes-Benz passenger vehicles involving Takata driver-side airbags containing PSDl-5 type inflators
RecallUpdate Feb 11, 2016
140000 AIR BAGS
Recall Campaign announcement for Takata driver airbags.
LI07.08-P-060993 Mar 25, 2015
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Engine diagnosis warning lamp lights up in instrument cluster, fault code U145400: "Implausible data were received from the ethanol sensor"
LI54.10-P-060034 Oct 17, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Vehicle cannot be unlocked (CL), engine does not start - 12V starter battery discharged
LI54.10-P-060034 Oct 17, 2014
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Vehicle cannot be unlocked (CL), engine does not start - 12V starter battery discharged
LI82.70-P-060004 Oct 14, 2014
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
iPhone mobile phone: Various complaints after software update to iOS8
LI-27-19P056458 Jul 24, 2014
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
XENTRY (MERCEDES): COMBINATION OF FAULT CODES P060C00 AND/OR P060600, CAUSING VARIOUS TRANSMISSION SYMPTOMS DUE TO CENTRAL PROCESSING UNIT, SOFTWARE INDUCED INTERNAL CONTROL UNIT FAULT IS DETECTED. MODEL 212.098, 212.298, 212. 095, 212.19
LI27.19-P-056458 Jul 10, 2014
100000 POWER TRAIN
Various transmission complaints in combination with the fault code P060C00 and/or P060600. With fault code P060C00 the symptoms may include the transmission switching to limp-home mode and in some case there may be a display message (assi
LI91.10-P-059373 Jul 10, 2014
220000 SEATS
Possible complaints: 1. Memory function of electric seat fore/aft adjustment not functioning. 2. Seat fore/aft adjustment with easy entry/exit feature not functioning. 3. Head restraint presetting not functioning. 4. Seat fore/aft adjus
LI91.25-P-059380 Jul 10, 2014
220000 SEATS
Pneumatic comfort systems with insufficient performance, entirely inoperative or leaky.
LI65.00-P-059054 May 19, 2014
160000 STRUCTURE
AIRCAP functions excessively
LI63.30-P-058687 Mar 13, 2014
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Sloshing noises from area of rocker panels/ longitudinal members on left and right.
LI83.00-P-058688 Mar 10, 2014
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Air conditioning intermittently does not cool.
LI82.85-P-058582 Mar 3, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
Apple products (iPhone or iPod) are not charged via the serial USB interface of the COMAND Online control unit (A40/3) in the stowage compartment of the center console.
LI54.15-P-057373 Feb 28, 2014
100000 POWER TRAIN
The vehicle cannot be started The vehicle may start by itself shortly after the startup attempt with a delay, as the relay can be late closing. and/or The gear selection is displayed, but no gear is engaged. Gear selection is not possibl
LI54.15-P-057373 Feb 28, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The vehicle cannot be started The vehicle may start by itself shortly after the startup attempt with a delay, as the relay can be late closing. and/or The gear selection is displayed, but no gear is engaged. Gear selection is not possibl
LI35.30-P-058566 Feb 25, 2014
100000 POWER TRAIN
Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). Heard once when changing from forward to reverse (and vice versa)
LI46.15-P-058505 Feb 25, 2014
010000 STEERING
Creaking noise when making vertical or longitudinal adjustment to electrical steering column
LI54.10-P-054089 Feb 25, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery discharged, vehicle does not start.
LI54.65-P-058568 Feb 25, 2014
284100 BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
The 360? camera cannot be calibrated.
LI30.30-P-057139 Feb 18, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Collision Prevention Assist (CPA) may warn for no obvious reason (optical and acoustic warning message).
LI30.30-P-057139 Feb 18, 2014
270000 LANE DEPARTURE
Collision Prevention Assist (CPA) may warn for no obvious reason (optical and acoustic warning message).
LI46.10-P-057961 Feb 18, 2014
010000 STEERING
Surface damage on steering wheel trim
LI46.35-P-058063 Feb 18, 2014
010000 STEERING
Fault code U41600 logged in 'ES' (electric steering) control unit after software update or steering gear replacement. Note: Fault code U41600 means: Implausible data were received from the control unit "Traction system". This fault code
LI49.20-P-056353 Feb 12, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Engine diagnosis warning lamp active. Fault code 20BE1B and/or 20BD1B (The heating element of the AdBlue tank has a malfunction) is logged in the Blue-Tec control unit.
C1A140101 Feb 11, 2014
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This Customer 1 Action has been initiated because certain mbrace subscribers were recently contacted by mbrace informing them that they need to have an i-button call performed to ensure their mbrace device has registered with the Verizon
LI18.30-P-055434 Feb 10, 2014
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Traces of oil in area of oil cooler (inner V) on engine 642
LI54.25-P-056472 Feb 10, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The key is not recognized in the electronic ignition switch, the vehicle cannot be started and/or the automatic transmission may perform an "Automatic P function" at speeds below 6 km/h.
LI14.20-P-052079 Feb 6, 2014
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine diagnosis warning lamp lights up - Fault code entry (FC) 14A600 or 14A700
GI88.40-P-057430 Feb 3, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
Message in instrument cluster "DISTRONIC PLUSCurrently Unavailable - See Owner's Manual"
S-SC- 2013090008 Feb 1, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Service Campaign has been initiated because Daimler AG (DAG), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that the mbrace software does not correspond to current production configuration. An authorized Mercedes-Benz deal
LI32.25-P-051645 Jan 31, 2014
020000 SUSPENSION
Creaking/squeaking noises from the front axle when steering
LI54.65-P-058105 Dec 12, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The Parktronic system switches to malfunction. The driver notices a fault message (4 red LEDs and 2 sec continuous signal). The following fault codes are stored in the PTS control unit (N62): A23400 - Rear PARKTRONIC warning element 1 ha
LI33-15-P047471 Dec 4, 2013
021244 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:U-BOLT, LEAF SPRING TO AXLE
XENTRY (MERCEDES): WITH STEERING AT FULL LOCK, NOISE CAN BE HEARD, LIKE KNOCKING AND/OR CREAKING, COMING FROM AREA OF FRONT AXLE WHEN MANEUVERING. MODELS 203 (C240, 320, 32, 230), 171 (SLK350, 55, 280), 209 (CLK 320, 500, 55, 63), 204 (C3
LI8270P056963 Aug 21, 2013
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Software update of COMAND Online control unit.
LI8270P055572 Aug 5, 2013
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Mobile phone cotacts are not transferred completely.
LI8285P053927 Aug 5, 2013
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
"Metadata loss- Please reimport all media data".
LI8285P055695 Aug 5, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The COMAND unit does not start or the display remains dark.
LI27.20-P-055758 Jul 30, 2013
100000 POWER TRAIN
FC 2783 (Friction power of torque converter lockup clutch is too high) or FC 0741 (Actuation of torque converter lockup clutch not possible) stored in transmission control unit. One possible additional customer complaint could be "poor acce
LI27.50-P-056467 Jul 26, 2013
100000 POWER TRAIN
Shift quality complaints and/or automatic transmission in limp-home mode in combination with one or more of the following fault codes: P060600, P072200, P072300, P072364, P072900, P073000, P073100, P073200, P073300, P073400, P073500, P076F0
LI8260P056890 Jul 25, 2013
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
No/poor radio reception in AM frequency range.
LI83.10-P-049809 Jul 22, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The side air vents in the instrument panel may be reflected in the side windows in sunlight
LI33.30-P-056665 Jul 18, 2013
010000 STEERING
Single, throttle lift-off, clunking noise from the side shaft when starting off (audible at the wheel). The clunk is heard once when changing from forward to reverse (and vice versa).
LI82.95-P-056655 Jul 12, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Customer experiences low battery conditions, resulting in jump starts, and eventually requiring battery replacement.
LI91-45P056629 Jul 10, 2013
150000 SEAT BELTS
XENTRY (MERCEDES): ON SOME VEHICLES, THE SEAT BELT EXTENDER SWITCH FAILS TO OPERATE. MODEL 207. NO MODEL YEARS. *PE
LI91-45P056629 Jul 10, 2013
151000 SEAT BELTS:FRONT
XENTRY (MERCEDES): ON SOME VEHICLES, THE SEAT BELT EXTENDER SWITCH FAILS TO OPERATE. MODEL 207. NO MODEL YEARS. *PE
LI47.40-P-053871 Jul 10, 2013
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine diagnosis warning lamp activated. Fault code P045600 "Very fine leak" or P044200 "Fine leak" stored in engine control unit.
LI91.10-P-054143 Jul 10, 2013
220000 SEATS
1. Noises when operating electric seat fore/aft adjustment 2. Electric fore/aft adjustment nonfunctional 3. Adjustment is biased to one side, which bends the seat frame
LI91.45-P-056629 Jul 10, 2013
150000 SEAT BELTS
Switch for seat belt extender inoperative.
LI68.10-P-056727 Jul 9, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
Glove box squeaks/rattles at top left mounting.
LI82.85-P-055695 Jul 8, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The COMAND unit does not start or the COMAND display remains dark. The COMAND unit cannot be operated. Note: The problem disappears after a lengthy idle period (>6h) or after interrupting the power supply (circuit 30).
P-B-54.10-225d Jul 3, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
If it is necessary to replace an HV battery, the return will only be accepted with the filled-out ?Analysis Sheet for Transportability of High-Voltage Batteries Form? accompanied by: , the removed part, the quick test printout, the BMS co
LI8870P056690 Jul 3, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY
Outside mirror fogged.
LI47.20-P-054958 Jul 1, 2013
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Combination message: "Clean fuel filter" is displayed. The fault code 162500 (water level message - Bosch) or P226997 (water level message - Delphi) or 171600 (filter load - Bosch) is stored in the engine control unit.
LI46.35-P-055485 Jun 28, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Engine does not start, or various fault messages in instrument cluster immediately after engine start and servo assistance is reduced. The following display messages may appear: - Red message "Power Steering Malfunction - See Operator's M
LI27 19-P-056610 Jun 21, 2013
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Harsh 4-3 and/or 4-5 shifts may be experienced, usually more noticeable with light throttle drivers. No check engine light etc. or related diagnostic fault codes. Adaptation values are usually within specification.
LI72-10P-055044 Nov 13, 2012
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
MERCEDES (XENTRY): THE INSIDE DOOR HANDLE, ON FRONT DOOR, IS INOPERATIVE DUE TO THE BOWDEN CABLE BECOMING UNHOOKED FROM CLIP AND NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. MODEL 207. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE
LI72-10P-055044 Nov 13, 2012
162310 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
MERCEDES (XENTRY): THE INSIDE DOOR HANDLE, ON FRONT DOOR, IS INOPERATIVE DUE TO THE BOWDEN CABLE BECOMING UNHOOKED FROM CLIP AND NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. MODEL 207. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE
LI72-10P-055044 Nov 13, 2012
171100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
MERCEDES (XENTRY): THE INSIDE DOOR HANDLE, ON FRONT DOOR, IS INOPERATIVE DUE TO THE BOWDEN CABLE BECOMING UNHOOKED FROM CLIP AND NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. MODEL 207. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE
LI-47-00 Oct 26, 2012
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
XENTRY: M271.8 EVO ENGINE HAS POOR ACCELERATOR RESPONSE- LACK OF POWER UNDER FULL LOAD AND HIGH RPM. ENGINE DIAGNOSIS WARNING LAMP (CEL) LIGHTS UP, VEHICLE IS IN LIMP-HOME MODE (MAY OR MAY NOT BE INTERMITTENT). *JS
LI-91-40P051830 Apr 20, 2012
151000 SEAT BELTS:FRONT
MERCEDES-BENZ: THE FRONT SEAT BELT CATCHES WHEN PULLED OUT, BECAUSE THE STRAP WAS NOT GUIDED BACK PROPERLY. HAPPENS ON BOTH THE PASSENGER AND DRIVER'S SIDE. *RM UPDATED 5/22/2012. *JS
LI-91-40P051830 Apr 20, 2012
151300 SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
MERCEDES-BENZ: THE FRONT SEAT BELT CATCHES WHEN PULLED OUT, BECAUSE THE STRAP WAS NOT GUIDED BACK PROPERLY. HAPPENS ON BOTH THE PASSENGER AND DRIVER'S SIDE. *RM UPDATED 5/22/2012. *JS

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MERCEDES-BENZ E350 - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the MERCEDES-BENZ E350 across all model years (2006, 2016).

58 Total Recalls
2,686 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
153 Reported Crashes
80 Reported Fires
3 Reported Deaths

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