2021 Mercedes-Benz E 350

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2021 Mercedes-Benz E 350
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:50:43.291Z

Only 13 complaints on file — too few 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.

Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
13

Too few to rank

Recalls
12

Campaigns on file for 2021

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2020: 8 complaints 2020 2021: 13 complaints 2021 13 2022: 8 complaints 2022 2023: 6 complaints 2023 2024: 5 complaints 2024 2025: 2 complaints 2025 2026: 1 complaint 2026
2020: 8 complaints 2020 2021: 13 complaints 2021 13 2022: 8 complaints 2022 2023: 6 complaints 2023 2024: 5 complaints 2024 2025: 2 complaints 2025 2026: 1 complaint 2026
2020: 8 complaints 2020 2021: 13 complaints 2021 13 2022: 8 complaints 2022 2023: 6 complaints 2023 2024: 5 complaints 2024 2025: 2 complaints 2025 2026: 1 complaint 2026

2021: 13 complaints

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YearComplaints
20208
202113
20228
20236
20245
20252
20261

Known problem areas

Only 13 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Back over prevention

5 of 13 total reports mention: back over prevention, most commonly citing warnings and camera.

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When in reverse, sometimes the rearview camera image does not come and and the parking sensors do not work.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-12-19

Engine

4 of 13 total reports mention: engine.

FIRE
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FIRE FIRE FIRE Information light came on just saying 12 Volt Battery. I sat in the car letting it idle for about 3 minutes. It began to smoke and then burst into flames.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-12-07

Also filed under Electrical system

Electrical system

4 of 13 total reports mention: electrical system.

FIRE

Power train

3 of 13 total reports mention: power train.

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Engine misfires, lower engine power, and a lit check engine/Malfunction Indicator Lamp. Mercedes-Benz issued an Emission Service Campaign (No.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-08

Fuel/propulsion system

2 of 13 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

Safety timeline

12 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2020-12-18Seats20V673000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 E350 and E450, 2019-2021 AMG E53 and 2020-2021 AMG E63 vehicles.

    Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect for the mechanical seat adjustment range limitation for the front passenger seat and install it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020.

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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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    2021-04-08Back over prevention21V228000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 E350, E450, E450 Wagon, and AMG E63 vehicles. The parking control unit may fail to display the rearview camera image and cause the parking sensors to misidentify or fail to detect objects.

    Remedy: All affected vehicles are still within MBUSA's control. MBUSA will replace the parking control unit, free of charge. The recall began April 8, 2021. Owner may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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    2021-04-29Seats21V216000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 E350, E450, E450 Wagon, E63S AMG, 2020 E63S AMG Wagon, and 2020-2021 E53 AMG vehicles. The passenger seat limiter may allow the seat to be positioned too close to the air bag.

    Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will recalibrate the passenger seat limiter, free of charge. The recall began April 29, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021040002.

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    2021-05-21Air bags, seat belts, seats21V230000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 C-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe and Convertible, GLC, CLS, AMG GT 4-door Coupe and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details.

    Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat position switches, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 21, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021040016.

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    2021-06-28Back over prevention, electrical system21V354000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 CLA-Class, GLE/GLS-Class, A-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe and Convertible, GLA/GLB-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, and AMG GT-Class 4-door Coupe vehicles.

    Remedy: The multimedia system software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning June 28, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6373.

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    2021-09-03Air bags21V527000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 CLS450, AMG E53, AMG CLS53, E350, E450, AMG GT43, AMG GT53, 2020 S450, S560, G550, AMG GLC63, 2020-2021 GLC300, and AMG G63 vehicles.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary, the side impact crash sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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    2021-09-24Seat belts21V483000 Mercedes-Benz, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 G550, AMG G63, E350, E450, AMG CLS53, AMG E53, AMG GT43, AMG GT53, AMG GT63, 2021-2022 CLS450, and AMG E63 vehicles.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect, and replace as necessary, the rear seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Owners notified of the voluntary recall campaign by an interim letter on August 13, 2021. A final letter was mailed on September 24, 2021.

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    2022-05-09Steering22V189000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, EClass Coupe/Convertible, CLS, AMG GT 4-doors Coupe, and EQS vehicles with a heated leather steering wheel.

    Remedy: Dealers will update the hand detection control unit software for the DISTRONIC system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 6, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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    2022-07-08Communication, electrical system22V365000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, AMG GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, GLB-Class, and G-Class vehicles.

    Remedy: The communication module software will be updated through an Over-the-Air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2022.

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    2022-07-15Back over prevention22V232000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2021 CLA-Class, GLE/GLS-Class, A-Class, C-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe/Convertible, GLA/GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and CLS-Class vehicles.

    Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022060007.

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    2023-09-29Fuel system, gasoline23V445000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS, SL, GT, GLC, GLE, GLS, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 14, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023070012.

Buy-smart checklist

2021 Mercedes-Benz E 350 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Back over prevention: 5 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 4 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 20V673000 · Seats
  • Recall 21V058000 · Communication, electrical system
  • Recall 21V228000 · Back over prevention
  • Recall 21V216000 · Seats
  • Recall 21V230000 · Air bags, seat belts, seats
  • Recall 21V354000 · Back over prevention, electrical system
  • Recall 21V527000 · Air bags
  • Recall 21V483000 · Seat belts
  • Recall 22V189000 · Steering
  • Recall 22V365000 · Communication, electrical system
  • Recall 22V232000 · Back over prevention
  • Recall 23V445000 · Fuel system, gasoline

FAQ

Is the 2021 Mercedes-Benz E 350 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 2021 Mercedes-Benz E 350?
The most-reported component is back over prevention, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 Mercedes-Benz E 350 have?
12 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.