MYRModel Year Report

2001 Mercedes Benz E Class

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2001 Mercedes Benz E Class
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:35:50.110Z

Only 15 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 15 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mercedes Benz E Class Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2001 highlighted. 1992: 0 complaints 1992 1993: 7 complaints 1994: 38 complaints 1994 1995: 21 complaints 1996: 16 complaints 1996 1997: 38 complaints 1998: 24 complaints 1998 1999: 13 complaints 2000: 34 complaints 2000 2001: 15 complaints 2001 2002: 8 complaints 2002 2003: 45 complaints 2004: 15 complaints 2004 2005: 9 complaints 2006: 10 complaints 2006 2008: 5 complaints 2008
2001: 15 complaints
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YearComplaints
19920
19937
199438
199521
199616
199738
199824
199913
200034
200115
20028
200345
200415
20059
200610
20085

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 15 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

2 of 15 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

CRASH
Show complaint excerpts

WHILE APPLYING THE BRAKE PEDAL VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP. THIS CAUSED CONSUMER'S VEHICLE TO COLLIDE WITH THE VEHICLE IN FRONT. NO ONE WAS INJURED, AND THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM.

NHTSA ODI report, 20041007

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

2 of 15 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

INTERIOR LIGHTING

2 of 15 total reports mention: interior lighting.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 15 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 15 total reports mention: electrical system.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20010925 — SQ (closed 20020204)

SUDDEN ENGINE SHUT DOWN

I 20051107 — DP (closed 20060327)

TRANSMISSION MALFUNCTION

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2001 Mercedes Benz E Class — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for interior lighting issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2001 Mercedes Benz E Class 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 2001 Mercedes Benz E Class?

The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, accounting for 13% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 Mercedes Benz E Class have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.