2005 Mercedes Benz E
Only 5 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 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2005: 5 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 1 |
| 2004 | 2 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 1 |
| 2007 | 2 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 2 |
| 2010 | 1 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Fuel system, gasoline
3 of 5 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline.
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After filling up the fuel tank with gasoline, I smell an odor of gas until the tank is down to about 3/4 full.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-02-02
Service brakes
1 of 5 total reports mentions: service brakes.
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While driving at approximately 50 MPH, the sbs system warning light came on along with loss of most braking ability. I managed to stop the car, turn around and return about 8 miles to my home in "Limp home" Mode. There was no warning whatsoever.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-07-28
Air bags
1 of 5 total reports mentions: air bags.
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SRS system malfunction.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-01-14
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2010-05-14Preliminary evaluationClosed 2010-11-24 Driver Air Bag Circuit High Resistance
Buy-smart checklist
2005 Mercedes Benz E — pre-purchase inspection
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- Fuel system, gasoline: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
- Air bags: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2005 Mercedes Benz E 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 2005 Mercedes Benz E?
- The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 60% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2005 Mercedes Benz E have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.