2018 Mercedes-Benz E 300
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2018 | 32 |
| 2019 | 29 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
28% of complaints: engine — 9 distinct reports on file.
22% of complaints: electrical system — 7 distinct reports on file.
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When taking curves the vehicle is making a cracking noise but, mechanic said they donât see anything.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231002
16% of complaints: power train — 5 distinct reports on file.
13% of complaints: steering — 4 distinct reports on file.
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When taking curves the vehicle is making a cracking noise but, mechanic said they donât see anything.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231002
6% of complaints: wheels — 2 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
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.
Campaign 18V515000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 18V725000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 18V850000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 19V788000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 20V449000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 21V058000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 21V072000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2018 Mercedes-Benz E 300 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (9 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 18V515000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V725000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V850000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V788000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V449000 (electrical system, seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V058000 (communication, electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V072000 (communication) has been completed.
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 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.