Mercedes-Benz E Class recalls and safety
9 recalls · crash ratings 2011-2023 · 299 owner complaints
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The Mercedes-Benz E Class has 9 recalls covering 423,260 vehicles as reported; model year 2004 is covered by the most (4). The 2023 Mercedes-Benz E Class earned 5 of 5 stars overall in crash tests (best version).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
9
Most for 2004: 4
Units affected
423K
As reported
Overall stars
5 of 5
Model year 2023
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.
Crash test star ratings
45 rated versions, model years 2008 to 2023
Overall stars by model year
The best and lowest overall rating of the versions tested each year (5 is best).
| Year | Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 4 DR · AWD | 9.7% risk | |||
| 2023 | 4 DR · RWD | 9.7% risk | |||
| 2022 | 4 DR · 4WD | 9.7% risk | |||
| 2022 | 4 DR · RWD | 9.7% risk | |||
| 2021 | 4 DR · 4WD | 9.7% risk | |||
| 2021 | 4 DR · RWD | 9.7% risk | |||
| 2021 | SW · 4WD | 9.7% risk | |||
| 2021 | SW · RWD | 9.7% risk | |||
| 2020 | 4 DR · 4WD | 9.7% risk | |||
| 2020 | 4 DR · RWD | 9.7% risk | |||
| 2019 | 4 DR · 4WD | 9.7% risk | |||
| 2019 | 4 DR · RWD | 9.7% risk | |||
| 2019 | SW · 4WD | 9.7% risk | |||
| 2019 | SW · RWD | 9.7% risk | |||
| 2018 | 4 DR · 4WD | 9.7% risk | |||
| 2018 | 4 DR · RWD | 9.7% risk |
The 16 newest of 45 rated versions. Download the CSV for all of them, with the safety features.
5 stars is the best. Ratings before model year 2011 used older tests.
Parts recalled
Recalls of the Mercedes-Benz E Class by component
- Air bags2 · 20K units
- Electrical system2 · 50K units
- Service brakes, hydraulic2 · 347K units
- Engine and engine cooling1 · 149 units
- Seat belts1 · 4,348 units
- Steering1 · 554 units
Mercedes-Benz E Class recalls
Newest first
| Date | Recall | Hazard | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 7, 2008 | Mercedes Benz C, C Class, CL, CL Class and 15 more (2003-2009): Electrical systemNo. 08V303000 | Crash risk | 404 |
| Apr 1, 2005 | Mercedes Benz CLS Class, E Class, SL Class (2003-2006): Service brakes, hydraulicNo. 05V133000 | Other or not stated | 204,000 |
| Jun 22, 2004 | Mercedes Benz E Class, SL Class (2003-2005): Service brakes, hydraulicNo. 04V296000 | Other or not stated | 143,387 |
| Dec 19, 2003 | Mercedes Benz C Class, CLK Class, E Class (2004): Seat beltsNo. 03V534000 | Crash risk | 4,348 |
| Aug 7, 2003 | Mercedes Benz E Class (2003): SteeringNo. 03V289000 | Crash risk | 554 |
| Nov 28, 2000 | Mercedes Benz E Class (1997): Air bagsNo. 00V388000 | Injury | 16,255 |
| Oct 14, 1998 | Mercedes Benz E Class (1999): Air bagsNo. 98V256000 | Crash risk | 4,163 |
| Apr 4, 1996 | Mercedes Benz C Class, E Class, S Class, SL Class (1996): Engine and engine coolingNo. 96V058000 | Crash risk | 149 |
| Feb 21, 1995 | Mercedes Benz 124, E Class (1992-1995): Electrical systemNo. 95V031000 | Fire | 50,000 |
Related pages
Questions and answers
Is the 2009 Mercedes-Benz E Class recalled?
Yes: 1 recall covers the 2009 Mercedes-Benz E Class. 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 Class have?
9 recalls cover the Mercedes-Benz E Class, for 423,260 vehicles as reported. The most common problem is air bags (2 recalls).
What is the safety rating of the 2023 Mercedes-Benz E Class?
5 of 5 stars overall (4 DR): frontal crash 5, side crash 5 and rollover 5 stars, with a 9.7% chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
What do owners complain about most on the Mercedes-Benz E Class?
Electrical system: named in 95 of the 299 safety complaints about the Mercedes-Benz E Class, then suspension (55). 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.