2009 Mercedes Benz E

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2009 Mercedes Benz E
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:53:05.689Z

Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
2

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1994: 1 complaint 1994 2004: 2 complaints 2005: 5 complaints 2005 2006: 1 complaint 2007: 2 complaints 2007 2008: 7 complaints 2009: 2 complaints 2009 2 2010: 1 complaint 2011: 10 complaints 2011 2012: 0 complaints
1994: 1 complaint 1994 2004: 2 complaints 2004 2005: 5 complaints 2005 2006: 1 complaint 2006 2007: 2 complaints 2007 2008: 7 complaints 2008 2009: 2 complaints 2009 2 2010: 1 complaint 2010 2011: 10 complaints 2011 2012: 0 complaints 2012
1994: 1 complaint 1994 2004: 2 complaints 2004 2005: 5 complaints 2005 2006: 1 complaint 2006 2007: 2 complaints 2007 2008: 7 complaints 2008 2009: 2 complaints 2009 2 2010: 1 complaint 2010 2011: 10 complaints 2011 2012: 0 complaints 2012

2009: 2 complaints

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YearComplaints
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20042
20055
20061
20072
20087
20092
20101
201110
20120

Known problem areas

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Fuel/propulsion system

1 of 2 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.

Show complaint excerpts

Fuel leak at left hand fuel tank sending unit, puddle of fuel on top of sender, leaking onto ground.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-07-13

Electrical system

1 of 2 total reports mentions: electrical system.

Show complaint excerpts

I purchased a 2009 mercedes E320 bluetec vehicle on December 10, 2008 with 18 miles on the odometer. January, 2009 the check engine light stayed on and the dealer replaced an oxygen sensor. The car had approximately 2000 miles.

NHTSA ODI report, 2009-03-26

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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Buy-smart checklist

2009 Mercedes Benz E — pre-purchase inspection

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  • Fuel/propulsion system: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.

FAQ

Is the 2009 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 2009 Mercedes Benz E?
The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2009 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.