2016 Mercedes-Benz E300
Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2016
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2016: 1 complaint
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2016 | 1 |
| 2017 | 132 |
Known problem areas
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Visibility
1 of 1 total report mentions: visibility, most commonly citing critical fasteners.
Show complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2016 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the contact noticed there was water leaking inside the vehicle through the front windshield. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-06-25
Safety timeline
1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2017-06-09Structure17V246000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 E300 and 2017 E300 4MATIC vehicles. The affected vehicles have a roof mounted spoiler that may not be properly attached and thus may detach while driving.
Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the roof spoilers, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 9, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
Buy-smart checklist
2016 Mercedes-Benz E300 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 17V246000 · Structure
FAQ
- Is the 2016 Mercedes-Benz E300 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 2016 Mercedes-Benz E300?
- The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2016 Mercedes-Benz E300 have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.