Mercedes-Benz E250 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 13 owner complaints and 5 safety recalls on file for the Mercedes-Benz E250, across 3 model years (2014–2016). The 2014 model year has the most complaints (7). The most reported problem area overall is engine.
Mercedes-Benz E250 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No E250 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2014 E250: 7 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2015 E250: 5 complaints, 5 recalls
- 2016 E250: 1 complaint, 2 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Mercedes-Benz E250 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 1 |
All Mercedes-Benz E250 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 E250 | 1 | 2 | — | Unknown or Other | |
| 2015 E250 | 5 | 5 | — | Unknown or Other | |
| 2014 E250 | 7 | 3 | — | Engine |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mercedes-Benz E250 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2014 (7), 2015 (5), 2016 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Mercedes-Benz E250?
Engine, with 3 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz E250 have?
5 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.