2014 MERCEDES-BENZ E350

11 recalls — 364 complaints — 109 TSBs

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Defect Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2016 E400 Coupe, 2012-2015 C250 Coupe, C350 Coupe, C63 AMG Coupe, 2011-2014 E350 Coupe, and 2012-2014 E350 Cabrio vehicles. An incorrect front passenger air bag may have been installed during a prior repair.

Consequence

An incorrect air bag may not function properly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag on the affected vehicles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 10, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

205 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Defect Description

Consequence

An incorrect air bag may not function properly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

205 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

COMMUNICATION

Defect Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2017 vehicles due to a software fault that may cause the date and time for the emergency call system (eCall) to differ from the actual date and time, potentially relaying an inaccurate vehicle location. For a full list of the affected models... Read more

Consequence

An inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

MBUSA has initiated an Over the Air (OTA) remote update. MBUSA will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful OTA or update the communication module software as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-80... Read more

24,226 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Defect Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2014 C250, C300 4Matic, C350, C63 AMG, E350 4Matic Coupe, E350 Cabrio, E350 Coupe, SLS AMG Cabrio, SLS AMG Coupe, 2014-2015 C250 Coupe, C350 4Matic Coupe, C350 Coupe, C63 AMG Coupe, GLK 350, GLK250 BlueTec 4Matic, GLK350 RWD, 2015-2017 E400 4Matic ... Read more

Consequence

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the passenger 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. The recall began March 29, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

288,779 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Defect Description

Consequence

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the passenger 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. The recall began March 29, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

288,779 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Defect Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling these vehicles: 2014-2018 CLA250, CLA250 4Matic, CLA45 AMG 4Matic, 2015-2018 GLA250, GLA250 4Matic, GLA45 AMG 4Matic, C300 4Matic, C63S AMG, 2012-2014 C250, C350, C300 4Matic, E550 4Matic, 2013-2014 C63 AMG, 2012-2015 C250 Coupe, C350 Coupe, C63 AMG Coupe... Read more

Consequence

If the driver air bag inadvertently deploys, it can increase the risk of injury and a crash.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will add sufficient grounding to the steering components, free of charge. The recall began in December 6, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.

495,290 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Defect Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 AMG GT-S, GLC300, CLA250 and GLE300d 4Matic vehicles, 2013 C250, E350 BlueTec and G63 AMG vehicles, 2008-2014 C300 vehicles, 2013-2014 C300 4Matic and ML350 4Matic vehicles, 2009 C350 vehicles, 2014 CLS550, E350 4Matic, E350 Coupe 4Matic, E350... Read more

Consequence

If the air bags do not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, there would be an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update software in the affected control units, free of charge. The recall began April 21, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

51 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE

Defect Description

Consequence

If the air bags do not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, there would be an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update software in the affected control units, free of charge. The recall began April 21, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

51 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

Defect Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 SL550, 2013-2014 SL63 AMG, 2014-2016 E350, 2014 E350 Cabriolet, E350 Coupe, 2014-2015 S550, 2015 E350 Bluetec, 2015-2016 E400, 2016 E550 Coupe, and Maybach S600 vehicles manufactured August 23, 2012, to August 14, 2015. The a... Read more

Consequence

If the control unit pins lose connection, there would be a loss of electric power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash. The increase in pin contact resistance can also increase the risk of a fire, even while the vehicle is parked and ignition is off.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric power steering control unit, free of charge. The recall began October 13, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

70 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY

Defect Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2014 E350 and E350 4Matic sedans manufactured June 4, 2014, to July 9, 2014. The affected vehicles were built with a fuel feed line that has a single flare fitting instead of a double flare fitting.

Consequence

If the fuel feed line has the incorrect flare fitting, the connection between the fuel hose and the fuel feed line might develop a leak or may completely disconnect. Leaking fuel in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire and if the fuel feed line disconnects, the vehicle wo... Read more

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct fuel line, free of charge. This recall began on January 11, 2016. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

809 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD

Defect Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 E350 Sedan, E350 4Matic Sedan, E350 4Matic Station Wagon, E400 Hybrid Sedan, CLS 550 CGI, and CLS550 4Matic, 2013-2014 E550 4Matic Sedan, 2013 E63 Sedan, E63 Station Wagon and CLS63, 2014-2015 CLS63 4Matic, E63 4Matic Sedan, E... Read more

Consequence

If the rubber seal falls into the engine compartment, it may contact parts of the exhaust system, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will attach four additional retaining clips to the rubber seal, free of charge. The recall began March 6, 2015. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-201-573-5339. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2015020001.

147,224 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

Complaint Statistics

364 total complaints 20 crashes 15 fires 14 injuries

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
AIR BAGS	49
SERVICE BRAKES	43
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	37
SUSPENSION	27
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	26
STEERING	25
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM	22
ENGINE	20
STRUCTURE:BODY	14
POWER TRAIN	14

Incident date: Apr 1, 2026

The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, fuel was leaking from near the fuel tank. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the failure could no... Read more

Incident date: Mar 9, 2026

Issue with fuel injection for Benz E350 2014 2014 Mercedes-Benz E350 fuel injection issues often stem from faulty injectors causing misfires, often on Cylinder 5, or a recalled fuel feed line. Symptoms include rough idling, reduced gas mileage, stalling, and check engine lights (P0300-P0306 codes).

Incident date: Mar 9, 2026

Incident date: Feb 12, 2026

UNKNOWN

Crash 1 injured

Incident date: Feb 1, 2026

Brake lines leaking because corrosion under frame from ABS module which is essential a safety aspect that should not be happening.

Incident date: Dec 1, 2025

The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, and occasionally while starting the vehicle, the steering wheel seized, and the message “Power Steering Malfunction” was displayed. The dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnose... Read more

Incident date: Oct 15, 2024

The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-350. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and occupied, the contact heard an abnormal rattling sound coming from the engine that lasted for approximately 3 seconds when first started. An independent mechanic was contacted. The vehicle was taken... Read more

Incident date: Oct 8, 2025

2014 Mercedes e350 these models as well as those from2009-2015. Have recall on subframe but the brake lines rust out and deteriorate as mine has now done. If you go on line you tube etc. you will see the issue and all complaints. I had my subframe replaced under warranty at Mercedes of flemington. A... Read more

Incident date: Oct 8, 2025

Incident date: Sep 7, 2025

Fuel smell in the rear of the car, it was checked by a indepent mechanic and the tank is leaking fuel. They said is the Fuel filter which is usually faulty in this model. It seems the car can catch fire according to the mechanig. No warnings of the leaking in the dashboard, only the strong smell.

Incident date: Apr 15, 2025

The camshaft adjuster failure. Though I'm told safety is not in immediate danger, it's a very expensive fix that can cause other issues if left unpaired. It began subtly with strange noises, hesitation during start-up, inconsistent performance. I take meticulous care of this vehicle. Regular ser... Read more

Incident date: Sep 4, 2025

vehicle rear brake lines are corroded and leaking, while no corrosion was observed on surrounding parts

Incident date: Sep 4, 2025

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2014 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact discovered a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 109,550. It was later discovered that the mileage on the Title was approximately 300,000.

Incident date: Aug 8, 2025

The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and occupied, the message that the seat belt was inoperable was displayed. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed, and determined that the seat belt pretension... Read more

Incident date: Jul 9, 2025

While driving, the steering from left to right started to get choppy or hard. With the cruise control on, I ran off the road because of the fight between the rack and pinion(steering wheel) and the cruise control.

Incident date: Jul 9, 2025

Incident date: Jul 29, 2025

I've had the car for 3 years and its all stock. It has 38,500 miles and today out of no where the driver side speaker in the door started making a crackling and popping noise. Smoke started coming from the speaker and filled the cabin. I quickly pulled over and turned off the car, because the smell ... Read more

Fire

Incident date: Apr 23, 2025

Sometimes my blind spot warning arrows will just blink while I'm driving and they won't let me know of the blind spot Also my windshield is leaking through the windshield when it rains it leaks the side of the roof part is not put on properly I can tell that it is not even on both sides

Incident date: Apr 23, 2025

Incident date: Jul 25, 2025

The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, there was a loud creaking sound coming from the sunroof. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who diagnosed that the sunroof bolts had become unsecured and needed to be tightened. The vehicle was n... Read more

Incident date: Jul 21, 2025

Rear’s brake line leaking brake fluid and car will not stop ;the rears brake line is all rusted the car only has 65 k miles and garage all it life It’s a very serious safety issue thanks for taking this e mailed [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U... Read more

Incident date: Jul 14, 2024

The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal fuel odor inside and outside of the vehicle. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of gasoline. The vehicle was not diagnosed ... Read more

Incident date: Jul 14, 2024

Incident date: Feb 5, 2025

Issue with steering column Control module there is a recall on the same type issue on same model and my car is having issue from shifting from R to P or D . My car it’s not showing up in recall but I am facing the issue ..it’s a safety issue

Incident date: Jun 1, 2025

The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the garage, there was an abnormally strong fuel odor coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed the vehicle with a fuel tank leak. The contact was informe... Read more

Incident date: Jun 5, 2025

The rear brake lines, along with the rear subframe have experienced severe rust and corrosion.

Incident date: Apr 29, 2025

The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle in the garage, there was an abnormal fuel odor outside the vehicle. The contact stated that there were no signs of a fuel leaked on the garage floor. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a local dealer ... Read more

Incident date: Apr 24, 2025

The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz E350. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer for routine maintenance, and it was determined that the entire rear sub frame was rusted. Additionally, all four brake lines were rusted. The contact stated that the warranty was extended on the frame rust. The dea... Read more

Incident date: May 4, 2025

I had a sudden smell of fuel when I looked outside the vehicle I noticed a leak under driver side back seat area under vehicle

Incident date: Apr 2, 2025

The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the power steering warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the rack and steering assembly had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not... Read more

Incident date: Sep 18, 2024

Driving home on a 30MPH street, had the brake light go on and felt the brake petal sink to the floor when I had to stop. Very concerning was grateful I wasn’t going faster. Cautiously made it home, and when I took it to the shop, they diagnosed that the brake lines had corroded. This is a huge saf... Read more

Incident date: Mar 1, 2023

The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that there was an abnormal fuel odor inside and outside the vehicle. The contact was informed by his wife of the failure, but recently the fuel odor had become more prominent. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken... Read more

Incident date: Dec 30, 2024

The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed a fuel odor coming from the exterior of the vehicle. In addition, the contact stated that the fuel odor was around the exterior of the vehicle while the vehicle was parked. The c... Read more

Incident date: Jan 1, 2024

Car unexpectedly swerves while driving!!

Incident date: Jan 1, 2024

Car unexpectedly swerves while driving!!

Incident date: Jan 3, 2025

Rear brake lines have rusted out causing a safety concern. Mercedes will not extend the warranty to repair the recognized inferior parts as they did for the rear subframe. The rusty rear brake lines are related to the rusted subframe which was repaired under extended warranty by Mercedes at no cos... Read more

Incident date: Dec 23, 2024

While driving in stop and go traffic I heard a loud popping noise from the dash area and smoke started filling the cabin. I called a DC area dealer service dept and was told to exit the DC beltway and un plug the audio amplifier in the trunk left access door That stopped the popping noise and the sm... Read more

Fire

Incident date: Dec 1, 2019

The heater temperature is not consistent and keeps fluctuating. When I set the temperature to 80°F, it initially blows hot air, but after about 10 seconds, it starts blowing colder air. To get consistently hot air, I have to set the temperature to the maximum.

Incident date: Dec 1, 2019

Incident date: Dec 13, 2024

The emergency brake often gets stuck, especially on cold days. I have to repeatedly push and release it or manually adjust it by pushing behind the brake to return it to the release position. This problem starts on 28000 Mile on this car

Incident date: Nov 19, 2024

As I went to have my vehicle inspected, the mechanic advised me that it could not be inspected, that the car is totaled because the rear subframe is all rotted and the brackets holding the trailing arms were broke off and said that this was a common problem with these vehicles.

Incident date: Oct 14, 2021

10/14/21 Was cautioned that the rear brake lines and caliper hoses were very corroded. Mileage 43,185 10/19/22 Cautioned about rear brake lines. Mileage 48,459 12/11/23 Rear brake lines replacement cost $4497. Repair not done at that time. Mileage 53,375. Again cautioned. 10/30/24 service date- Was ... Read more

Incident date: Oct 27, 2024

Rear brake line corrosion

Incident date: Oct 17, 2024

The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a fuel odor perforating through the interior of the vehicle. The driver later reported feeling ill which she attributed to the fuel odor in the vehicle and determined... Read more

Incident date: Oct 7, 2024

Fuel system gasoline smell of gas and the threading in the crease of seats coming apart .. I noticed that some of the E350 2014 has the fuel systems gasoline problem … all of the E350 are having this fuel gasoline problem

Incident date: Oct 7, 2024

2014 Mercedes E350 with 129,000 miles. It was discovered recently that the subframe was rusted, and a hole had formed. The subframe was replaced under extended warranty offered by Mercedes. During the replacement, the dealership discovered that the metal rear brake lines are also rusted.

Incident date: Oct 7, 2024

Incident date: Oct 2, 2021

The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, there was an abnormal fuel odor inside the cabin of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer but no cause for the odor was found. The vehicle continued to experience failure. The manufactur... Read more

Incident date: Sep 18, 2024

I have a 2014 E350 Coupe. It has a major fuel leak that is immensely dangerous and could cause immediate harm/death if I did not remove the seat and inspect the fuel line. There is a recall on the 4 door model for reference. 15V-792 / 2015110006 Recall Summary A fitting that joins the fuel hose and... Read more

Incident date: Sep 19, 2024

Brake pedal became "spongy" and then total brake failure with dashboard warnings to check brake fluid. Caused by corroded brake lines that failed and allowed all brake fluid to be lost in the system. Extremely dangerous as no braking was available.

Showing 50 of 364 complaints.

EPA Fuel Economy — 2014 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)	20.0	30.0	24.0	Premium	$2,900
3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic 7-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive)	20.0	29.0	23.0	Premium or E85	$3,000
3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic 7-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive)	20.0	28.0	23.0	Premium	$3,000

CO2 Emissions: 377.0 g/mile (Midsize Cars)

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

Technical Service Bulletins — 2014 MERCEDES-BENZ E350

109 manufacturer communications from 86 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	20
160000 STRUCTURE	7
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE	7
350000 EQUIPMENT	6
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	6
100000 POWER TRAIN	6
220000 SEATS	5
010000 STEERING	5

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

162000 STRUCTURE:BODY

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

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

350000 EQUIPMENT

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

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

160000 STRUCTURE

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

160000 STRUCTURE

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Mercedes-Benz AG (a??MBAGa??), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain Model Year (a??MYa??) vehicles listed below, the particulate matter (a??PMa??) sensor could potentially fail and consequently activat

080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

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

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

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

Mercedes-Benz AG (?MBAG?), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz, has determined that on certain Model Year (?MY?) 2013-2017 B-Class, C-Class, CLA-Class, CLS-Class, E-Class, G-Class, GL-Class, GLA-Class, GLC-Class, GLE-Class, GLK-Class, GLS-Cla

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NTG5.5: Incorrect time shown on instrument cluster, COMAND display, and analog clock

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

NTG5.5: Incorrect time shown on instrument cluster, COMAND display, and analog clock

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

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

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)

100000 POWER TRAIN

Shifting complaints and transmission fault codes in vehicles with transmission 725.0

270000 LANE DEPARTURE

Engine diagnosis warning lamp activated - Fault code P012800

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

AIRMATIC Fault Message "Max 80 km/ h (50 mph) " In Instrument Cluster

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

350000 EQUIPMENT

120000 LIGHTING (PWS)

350000 EQUIPMENT

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Update engine electronics (ME-SFI) control unit software

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Update engine electronics (ME-SFI) control unit software

150000 SEAT BELTS

Seat belt extender toothed rack sluggish or makes noises

020000 SUSPENSION

Display of suspension setting in head unit implausible

251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)

Display of suspension setting in head unit implausible

162600 STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE

Liftgate intermittently does not open fully

353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

No/poor radio reception in AM frequency range.

061400 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL

Ticking or pulsing noise from high-pressure pump and/or fuel injectors.

103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Intial startup not possible after replacement of transmisson 725.0 or of electrohydraulic controller unit.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Intial startup not possible after replacement of transmisson 725.0 or of electrohydraulic controller unit.

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

Traffic information service and posibly the voice control, nonfunctional after navigation software update.

353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES

"Anti-theft protection activated".

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Gasket may settle causing a slight oil leak.

061530 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:SEALS/GASKETS

Gasket may settle causing a slight oil leak.

140000 AIR BAGS

Recall Campaign announcement for Takata driver airbags.

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

XENTRY (MERCEDES): SOME VEHICLES ARE EXPERIENCING A FREEZE IF DISTRONIC SPEED IS SET AND CANCELED IMMEDIATELY ON ASSISTANCE GRAPHIC OF INSTRUMENT PANEL. SOFTWARE NEEDS REPROGRAMMING. MODEL 212, 218. NO YEARS LISTED. *PE

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Engine diagnosis warning lamp lights up in instrument cluster, fault code U145400: "Implausible data were received from the ethanol sensor"

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

iPhone mobile phone: Various complaints after software update to iOS8

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

220000 SEATS

The pneumatic 4-way lumbar support fails. Lumbar support pockets cannot be filled up or they drain.

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

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

220000 SEATS

Pneumatic comfort systems with insufficient performance, entirely inoperative or leaky.

010000 STEERING

XENTRY (MERCEDES): AFTER ENGINE HAS STARTED, SEVERAL ISSUES OCCURS, AN ACOUSTIC WARNING SOUNDS IS HEARD, THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAYS WARNING MESSAGE POWER STEERING MALFUNCTION, SERVICE REQUIRED. STEERING SYSTEM IS SLUGGISH. MODEL 117

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

THE SERVICE CALIBRATION ARE NOT ABLE TO BE PRFORMED WITHOUT CODE 500. 06/10/14*LJ

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

XENTRY( MERCEDES): BLIND SPOT INOPERATIVE. 06/10/14*LJ THE CAUSE OF THE DEFECT COMES FROM MOISTURE & MALFUNCTIONS ON THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. *LJ UPDATE 05/16/2015*LJ

103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

MERCEDES: TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE SOFTWARE IS UPDATED DUE TO LACK OF CORRESPONDING WITH CURRENT PRODUCTION CONFIGURATION. MODEL 2014 212, 218. *PE

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

MERCEDES: TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE SOFTWARE IS UPDATED DUE TO LACK OF CORRESPONDING WITH CURRENT PRODUCTION CONFIGURATION. MODEL 2014 212, 218. *PE

160000 STRUCTURE

AIRCAP functions excessively

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Sloshing noises from area of rocker panels/ longitudinal members on left and right.

357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Air conditioning intermittently does not cool.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

The engine diagnosis warning lamp - check engine lamp (CEL) is active. One or more of the faults relating to the throttle valve actuator (M16/6) listed under 'Control unit / Fault' is/are stored in the engine control unit (N3/10).

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.

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

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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)

010000 STEERING

Creaking noise when making vertical or longitudinal adjustment to electrical steering column

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Battery discharged, vehicle does not start.

284100 BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

The 360? camera cannot be calibrated.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Collision Prevention Assist (CPA) may warn for no obvious reason (optical and acoustic warning message).

270000 LANE DEPARTURE

Collision Prevention Assist (CPA) may warn for no obvious reason (optical and acoustic warning message).

010000 STEERING

Surface damage on steering wheel trim

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

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.

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

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.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Engine diagnosis warning lamp lights up - Fault code entry (FC) 14A600 or 14A700

350000 EQUIPMENT

Message in instrument cluster "DISTRONIC PLUSCurrently Unavailable - See Owner's Manual"

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

020000 SUSPENSION

Creaking/squeaking noises from the front axle when steering

357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

XENTRY (MERCEDES): CONTROL UNITS INSTALLED, UNDER DRIVER/FRONT PASSENGER SEAT, HAS WATER ENTERING TRAY, CAUSED BY CONDENSATION HOSE OF A/C HOUSING BEING EITHER DISLOCATED, PINCHED, CRUSHED OR LEAKING. MODEL ALL. *PE

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

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Software update of COMAND Online control unit.

016000 STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

XENTRY (MERCEDES): RED DISPLAY MESSAGE IN INSTRUMENT CLUSTER POWER STEERING MALFUNCTION AND STEERING ASSISTANCE IS REDUCED, CHECK IMMEDIATELY THE OWNER'S MANUAL AFTER ENGINE START. MODEL 207, 204, 212, 231. NO MODEL YEAR.

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Mobile phone cotacts are not transferred completely.

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

"Metadata loss- Please reimport all media data".

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The COMAND unit does not start or the display remains dark.

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

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

353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

No/poor radio reception in AM frequency range.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The side air vents in the instrument panel may be reflected in the side windows in sunlight

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).

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

XENTRY (MERCEDES): ON SOME VEHICLES, THE READY LED LIGHTS UP, ONLY, THE PARKTRONIC SYSTEM FAILS TO DISPLAY OBSTACLES, A LOW ON BOARD ELECTRICAL SYSTEM VOLTAGE ONLY OCCURS ON ENGINE START UP. MODELS 212, 207, 117. NO MODEL YEARS.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Customer experiences low battery conditions, resulting in jump starts, and eventually requiring battery replacement.

150000 SEAT BELTS

XENTRY (MERCEDES): ON SOME VEHICLES, THE SEAT BELT EXTENDER SWITCH FAILS TO OPERATE. MODEL 207. NO MODEL YEARS. *PE

151000 SEAT BELTS:FRONT

XENTRY (MERCEDES): ON SOME VEHICLES, THE SEAT BELT EXTENDER SWITCH FAILS TO OPERATE. MODEL 207. NO MODEL YEARS. *PE

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MERCEDES-BENZ E350 — All Years Overview

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

151 Total Recalls

2,658 Total Complaints

0 Investigations

142 Reported Crashes

75 Reported Fires

3 Reported Deaths

MERCEDES-BENZ E350 — Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2017	0	11	View
2016	6	72	View
2015	7	39	View
2014 (current)	11	364
2013	8	214	View
2012	10	254	View
2011	7	263	View
2010	57	228	View
2009	10	76	View
2008	10	219	View
2007	13	398	View
2006	12	482	View
2005	0	17	View
2004	0	11	View
2003	0	10	View

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GLC 300	1,143	568	View
GLE 350	1,116	311	View
C 300	1,074	360	View
AMG GLS63	963	12	View
AMG C43	944	74	View
CLA 250	923	130	View
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