Is the 2018 Mercedes-Benz E 300 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Mercedes-Benz E 300?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 28% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2018 Mercedes-Benz E 300 have?

7 recalls on file for this model year.

2018 Mercedes-Benz E 300

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2018 Mercedes-Benz E 300
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Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 32
Recalls: 7
Investigations: 0
Top problem: Engine

Complaints per year

2018: 32 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
2018	32
2019	29

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine

28% · 9 reports

Electrical system

22% · 7 reports

Show complaint excerpts

When taking curves the vehicle is making a cracking noise but, mechanic said they donât see anything.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-02

Also filed under Steering

Power train

16% · 5 reports

Steering

13% · 4 reports

Wheels

6% · 2 reports

Safety timeline

7 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2018-11-26Air bags18V515000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes-Benz E300, E300 4Matic, E43 AMG 4Matic, E400 4Matic, E63S AMG 4Matic+, and 2019 CLS450 4Matic vehicles.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seat cushion, free of charge. The recall began November 26, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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2018-11-27Electrical system18V725000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 4Matic Coupe, C300 4Matic Cabrio, E300, E300 4Matic, C300, C300 4Matic, C300 Coupe and C300 Cabrio vehicles.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the positive pole cover, free of charge. The recall began November 27, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018110002.

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2019-08-23Steering18V850000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Mercedes Benz C300, 2017-2019 C300 Cabrio, C300 Coupe, C63 Cabrio, 2015 C63S AMG, 2018-2019 C300, C350e, C63 AMG, C63S AMG Cabrio, 2018 C63 AMG Cabrio, C63 AMG Coupe, C63S AMG, C63S AMG...

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering rack, free of charge. The recall began August 23, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019080012.

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2020-03-13Seat belts19V788000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seat belt buckles, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 13, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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2020-09-08Electrical system, seat belts20V449000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 C300, C300 Coupe, CLS450, E450 Coupe and S450, 2017-2019 E300, 2018 E400 Coupe, E400 Stationwagon, and 2018-2019 S560 vehicles that have previously had the instrument cluster replaced.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. The recall began September 8, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020080015.

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2021-03-12Communication, electrical system21V058000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 - 2021 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS-Class, SL-Class, B-Class, GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and G-Class vehicles.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and the communication module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. The recall began March 12, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.

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2021-03-31Communication21V072000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 C300, E300, 2018-2020 CLA250, 2020 CLS450, AMG E53, AMG GT53, GLE450, 2018 AMG E63, AMG GTA, 2017-2020 GLA250, GLC300, 2019 GLC350, AMG GLC43, 2017-2018 GLE350, 2019 AMG GLC 43, GLC350,...

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the communication module and activate it, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2021. Letters for the owners of the 9 additional vehicles were mailed July 9, 2021.

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Buy-smart checklist

2018 Mercedes-Benz E 300 — pre-purchase inspection

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Engine: 9 reports on file for this year.
Electrical system: 7 reports on file for this year.
Power train: 5 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 18V515000 · Air bags
Recall 18V725000 · Electrical system
Recall 18V850000 · Steering
Recall 19V788000 · Seat belts
Recall 20V449000 · Electrical system, seat belts
Recall 21V058000 · Communication, electrical system
Recall 21V072000 · Communication

FAQ

Is the 2018 Mercedes-Benz E 300 reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Mercedes-Benz E 300?: The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 28% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2018 Mercedes-Benz E 300 have?: 7 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.