2023 Mercedes-Benz E 450 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other E 450 years
- More complaints than other years 1st of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 4 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Mercedes-Benz E 450. That is the most of any E 450 model year in the database (7 years). The most reported problem area is engine (6 complaints, 35%), typically at around 25,000 miles. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 17owner complaints
- 4safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2023 Mercedes-Benz E 450 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6 | 35% | 25,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 4 | 24% | 300 | — | — |
| Tires | 4 | 24% | 50 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 3 | 18% | 15,500 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 12% | — | — | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 6% | 600 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 6% | 15,500 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2023 Mercedes-Benz E 450 recalls (4)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Electrical system:wiring
Problem: 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.
Risk: An overheated ground cable increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: 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.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Problem: 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.
Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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 customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 23V-445.
Electrical system:adas:blindspot:sensors
Problem: 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.
Risk: Failure to alert occupants of an approaching vehicle can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: 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.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Problem: 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.
Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
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…
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…
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 were…
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 were…
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 were…
Other Mercedes-Benz E 450 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 E 450 | 2 | 4 |
| 2023 | 17 | 4 |
| 2022 E 450 | 11 | 5 |
| 2021 E 450 | 7 | 14 |
| 2020 E 450 | 9 | 7 |
| 2019 E 450 | 17 | 12 |
| 2006 E 450 | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Mercedes-Benz E 450?
Owners most often report engine, power train, tires problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 6 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2023 Mercedes-Benz E 450?
Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2023 Mercedes-Benz E 450 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other E 450 model years, the 2023 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.