MYRModel Year Report

2003 Mercedes-Benz E350

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2003 Mercedes-Benz E350
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:10:23.714Z

Only 7 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 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mercedes-Benz E350 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2003 highlighted. 2003: 7 complaints 2003 2004: 10 complaints 2005: 15 complaints 2005 2006: 398 complaints 2007: 349 complaints 2007 2008: 173 complaints 2009: 64 complaints 2009 2010: 183 complaints 2011: 222 complaints 2011 2012: 215 complaints 2013: 161 complaints 2013 2014: 274 complaints 2015: 31 complaints 2015 2016: 50 complaints 2017: 7 complaints 2017
2003: 7 complaints
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YearComplaints
20037
200410
200515
2006398
2007349
2008173
200964
2010183
2011222
2012215
2013161
2014274
201531
201650
20177

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 7 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

2 of 7 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 7 total reports mention: electrical system.

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THE VECHILE HAS A VERY STRONG SMELL OF FUEL TBAT I MAY BELIEVE IS BUILDING UP AS IT LEAKS IN THE UNDERCARRIAGE OF THE CAR

NHTSA ODI report, 20200224

MY 2003 E320 SEDAN BATTERIES IS CONSTANTLY DRAINING AFTER THE VEHICLE SITS FOR 6 OR MORE HOURS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20200210

VISIBILITY/WIPER

1 of 7 total reports mentions: visibility/wiper.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ E 320. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE SUN ROOF DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED NO WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20200218

SUSPENSION

1 of 7 total reports mentions: suspension.

STEERING

1 of 7 total reports mentions: steering.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 MERCEDES BENZ ML350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING 55 MPH, THERE WAS A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER STEERING. THE CONTACT RESUMED DRIVING EVEN THOUGH THE STEERING WHEEL WAS DIFFICULT TO TURN WITHOUT FORCE BEING APPLIED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140121

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2003 Mercedes-Benz E350 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility/wiper issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

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FAQ

Is the 2003 Mercedes-Benz E350 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 2003 Mercedes-Benz E350?

The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2003 Mercedes-Benz E350 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.