6
recalls
The Mercedes-Benz E has 6 recalls covering 103,918 vehicles as reported; model year 2011 is covered by the most (4).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
6
Most for 2011: 4
Units affected
104K
As reported
Overall stars
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Complaints, 12 mo
0
To Sep 2026
Do-not-drive
0
None
By model year
Which model years are covered by the most recalls, and which get the most complaints
Recalls by model year
How many recalls cover each model year. Hover a year for the count.
Parts recalled
Recalls of the Mercedes-Benz E by component
- Engine and engine cooling2 · 9,045 units
- Electrical system1 · 404 units
- Fuel system, diesel1 · 6,872 units
- Fuel system, other1 · 2,297 units
- Steering1 · 85K units
Mercedes-Benz E recalls
Newest first
| Date | Recall | Hazard | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 3, 2011 | Mercedes Benz E, GL, ML, R and 1 more (2011-2012): Fuel system, dieselNo. 11V496000 | Crash risk | 6,872 |
| Apr 1, 2011 | Mercedes Benz E (2011): Engine and engine coolingNo. 11V213000 | Injury | 41 |
| Oct 29, 2010 | Mercedes Benz E, GL, M, R (2011): Fuel system, otherNo. 10V540000 | Crash risk | 2,297 |
| Oct 4, 2010 | Mercedes Benz C, E (2010-2011): SteeringNo. 10V459000 | Crash risk | 85,300 |
| Jul 7, 2008 | Mercedes Benz C, C Class, CL, CL Class and 15 more (2003-2009): Electrical systemNo. 08V303000 | Crash risk | 404 |
| Jan 9, 2008 | Mercedes Benz E, GL, ML, R and 2 more (2006-2008): Engine and engine coolingNo. 08V006000 | Crash risk | 9,004 |
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Questions and answers
Is the 2012 Mercedes-Benz E recalled?
Yes: 1 recall covers the 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. Check the recall pages below for what is wrong and the free fix; a dealer can tell if a single vehicle still needs the repair.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz E have?
6 recalls cover the Mercedes-Benz E, for 103,918 vehicles as reported. The most common problem is engine and engine cooling (2 recalls).
What do owners complain about most on the Mercedes-Benz E?
Fuel system, gasoline: named in 6 of the 31 safety complaints about the Mercedes-Benz E, then air bags (4). One complaint can name several components.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data, updated daily. Models are written as published, so a few versions of one model can be listed under slightly different names.