Mercedes-Benz E400 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 92 owner complaints and 26 safety recalls on file for the Mercedes-Benz E400, across 4 model years (2015–2018). The 2016 model year has the most complaints (34). The most reported problem area overall is air bags.
Mercedes-Benz E400 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No E400 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2016 E400: 34 complaints, 7 recalls
- 2018 E400: 23 complaints, 13 recalls
- 2017 E400: 20 complaints, 8 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 E400 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 47 | 4 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 9 | 4 | 1 |
| Steering | 8 | 3 | 0 |
| Engine | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Structure | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Power Train | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Lane Departure | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Seats | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Wheels | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Mercedes-Benz E400 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 E400 | 23 | 13 | — | Unknown or Other | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2017 E400 | 20 | 8 | — | Air Bags | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2016 E400 | 34 | 7 | — | Air Bags | More complaints than other years |
| 2015 E400 | 15 | 7 | — | Air Bags | Fewer complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mercedes-Benz E400 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2016 (34), 2018 (23), 2017 (20). 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 E400?
Air Bags, with 47 complaints across 4 model years.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz E400 have?
26 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.