2003 Mercedes-Benz E350 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other E350 years
- Not enough data 17th of 22 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about the 2003 Mercedes-Benz E350. That ranks 17th out of 22 E350 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (2 complaints, 29%), typically at around 150,103 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 7owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2003 Mercedes-Benz E350 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 29% | 150,103 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 29% | 188,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 14% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 14% | 9,559 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 14% | 300,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 14% | 9,559 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 14% | 92,673 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 14% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2003 Mercedes-Benz E350 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2003 Mercedes-Benz E350.
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.
Almost in an accident as the airmatic suspension failed. Car suddenly lowered while driving. Changed air shocked, failed again after 2 years. This car has only less 93000 miles. All mechanics across the board know this is the problem mercedes has refused to take care.
When gas tank is full, i can smell gas from the drivers passenger side. When the gas tank is 3/4th tank, the smell disappeared. After research online there might be a problem in the rubber seal in the tank. It is a fire issue.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE PASSENGER'S SIDE FRONT AND REAR AIRBAGS DEPLOYED INDEPENDENTLY WITHOUT WARNING OR A CRASH. AN UNKNOWN WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. MERCEDES BENZ OF WALNUT CREEK (1301 PARKSIDE DR…
The vechile has a very strong smell of fuel tbat i may believe is building up as it leaks in the undercarriage of the car
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 mercedes-benz e 320. The contact stated while driving 70 mph, the sun roof detached from the vehicle. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. Upon investigation the contact associated the failure with nhtsa campaign number: 19v918000 (visibility)…
Other Mercedes-Benz E350 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 E350 | 1 | 1 |
| 2025 E350 | 2 | 2 |
| 2024 E350 | 5 | 4 |
| 2023 E350 | 6 | 3 |
| 2022 E350 | 9 | 3 |
| 2021 E350 | 13 | 12 |
| 2020 E350 | 8 | 6 |
| 2017 E350 | 7 | 0 |
| 2016 E350 | 51 | 5 |
| 2015 E350 | 31 | 6 |
| 2014 E350 | 278 | 8 |
| 2013 E350 | 163 | 6 |
| 2012 E350 | 217 | 7 |
| 2011 E350 | 223 | 5 |
| 2010 E350 | 184 | 4 |
| 2009 E350 | 64 | 4 |
| 2008 E350 | 173 | 4 |
| 2007 E350 | 350 | 5 |
| 2006 E350 | 399 | 4 |
| 2005 E350 | 15 | 0 |
| 2004 E350 | 10 | 0 |
| 2003 | 7 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Mercedes-Benz E350?
Owners most often report electrical system, fuel/propulsion system, air bags problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2003 Mercedes-Benz E350?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2003 Mercedes-Benz E350 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other E350 model years, the 2003 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.