2011 Mercedes Benz E Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other E years
- Far more complaints than other years 1st of 9 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 4 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011 Mercedes Benz E. That is the most of any E model year in the database (9 years). The most reported problem area is power train (3 complaints, 30%), typically at around 100 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 2 injuries. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 10owner complaints
- 4safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2011 Mercedes Benz E 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 3 | 30% | 100 | — | — |
| Tires | 3 | 30% | 40,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 20% | 55 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 10% | 7,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 10% | 300 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2011 Mercedes Benz E recalls (4)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Fuel system, diesel
Problem: Mercedes-benz usa (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2011 vehicles including e-class (212 platform), manufactured from july 2010 through february 2011, r-class (251 platform), manufactured from april 2010 through april 2011, ml-class (w164 platform), manufactured from january 2010 through march 2011, gl-class (x164 platform), manufactured from march 2010 through march 2011, and model year 2012 s-class (221 platform) vehicles. The diesel fuel filter may leak from the area around the heating component.
Risk: Diesel fuel may be deposited onto the highway and create the potential for a crash.
Fix: Mbusa will contact owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the diesel fuel filter if necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on november 30, 2011. Owners may contact mercedes-benz usa at 1-800-367-6372.
Engine and engine cooling
Problem: Mercedes-benz is recalling certain model year 2011 e-class model w212 and s212 vehicles manufactured from july 8, 2010, through july 12, 2010. Insufficient adhesive between the vibration damper and its inner mass damper ring could cause a sudden separation of the inner mass damper ring from the vibration damper.
Risk: While working in the engine compartment during engine operation, the damper ring could strike and injure the person repairing the vehicle or a bystander.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace parts as necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on april 8, 2011. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.
Fuel system, other:fuel filter
Problem: Mercedes benz is recalling certain model year 2011 m-class, model w164, gl-class, model x164, e-class, model w212, r-class, and model v251vehicles. The o-ring may not have been properly lubricated in all cases. Lack of lubrication can lead to leakage of the fuel filter.
Risk: Diesel fuel may be deposited on roads and making those roads slippery, increasing the potential for a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel filters free of charge. The safety recall began on november 24, 2010. Owners may contact mercedes benz at 1-800-367-6372. This campaign has been superseded . Please see recall campaign 11v-496.
Steering:hydraulic power assist:pump
Problem: Mercedes benz is recalling certain model year 2010 c-class, model 204, e-class, model 212, and model year 2010-2011 e-class coupe/cabriolet model 207 vehicles. The power steering system in the subject vehicles may fail due to the loss of power steering fluid.
Risk: Owners may not have sufficient control of the vehicle in areas, such as parking lots, where maximum power steering is required, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: Dealers will check and retorque the connection fitting free of charge. The safety recall began on october 31, 2010. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.
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.
Tire tread is separating from tire on back of tire. All four tires on vehicle display tread separation approximately half circumference of tire is affected. *tr
All four tires on 2011 mercedes e550 have tread separation. Tread separation is occurring on the back side of the tire and is unknown until the tire begins to lose tire pressure. Tires are original equipment michelin radial x tires. Failure between 38,000-40,000 miles. *tr
5 months into my 2011 mb e350 bluetech lease the front left tire blows on a highway. The tires are runflat bridgestone turanza el400-02 moextended 245/45r17 95h. Stopped the car and saw the rim made a cut in a sidewall. Not repairable, had it replaced. 45 days later another front tire is again…
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 mercedes benz e-350. The contact was driving 60 mph when the contact was involved in a rear-end crash. As a result, the contact crashed into the guardrail. None of the air bags deployed and the vehicle was destroyed. The contact sustained injuries to the neck and back. A…
I recently purchased a mercedes 2011 e550. I found the speedometer very difficult to read during daylight conditions it is not lighted. My eyesight is 20/20). This is a safety problem because it takes your eyes off the road too long to read the very dim speedometer. It also causes one to go at…
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Mercedes Benz E?
Owners most often report power train, tires, electrical system problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2011 Mercedes Benz E?
Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2011 Mercedes Benz E a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other E model years, the 2011 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.