2005 Mercedes-Benz E350
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2006 | 398 |
| 2007 | 349 |
| 2008 | 173 |
| 2009 | 64 |
| 2010 | 183 |
| 2011 | 222 |
| 2012 | 215 |
| 2013 | 161 |
| 2014 | 274 |
| 2015 | 31 |
| 2016 | 50 |
| 2017 | 7 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 15 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
3 of 15 total reports mention: service brakes.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
HI, I WAS DRIVING NORMALY ON A ROAD, NO WARNING, JUST BRAKE LIGHT POPS UP TO REDUCE POWER. PEDAL WAS EMPTY AND STEERING GOT HARD NO UPSHIFT. I HIT A CURB AND CRACKED MY BUMPER. ALL BRAKES ARE NEW.
NHTSA ODI report, 20210206
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 MERCEDES-BENZ E250. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE BRAKES FAILED TO OPERATE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE COASTED UNTIL IT CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP.
NHTSA ODI report, 20181011
2 of 15 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
2005 MERCEDES 350 CDI - BRAKE FAILURE! IN FACT, CAR ACCELERATED WITH PRESSING BRAKE PEDAL DOWN.
NHTSA ODI report, 20080306
MERCEDES BENZ E350 (2005). THE BRAKE SYSTEM WAS ALWAYS MALFUNCTION, IT HAS HAPPENED 4 TIMES IN A WEEK, MY CAR WAS TOOK LONGER DISTANCE TO COMPLETED STOP, AND ALSO DISPLAY A MESSAGE OF ' REDUCED BRAKING POWER DEPRESS BRAKE PEDAL FULLY'.
NHTSA ODI report, 20100709
2 of 15 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
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SINCE I GOT THE CAR, STRONG ODOR OF GAS AFTER FILL UP CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON MANY TIMES UPON INSPECTION , MECHANIC FOUND LEAK ON TOP OF FUEL TANK LOCATED UNDER BACK SEAT. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20130410
2 of 15 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline.
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WE OWN A 2005 E350 MERCEDES WITH ONLY 83,000 MILES ON THE CAR. WE ARE THE ORIGINAL OWNERS AND HAVE MAINTAINED THE CAR FOR THE ENTIRE TIME WE HAVE OWNED IT. A MONTH AGO WE NOTICED A SMELL IN THE GARAGE AFTER FILLING THE CAR WITH GAS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140512
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT NOTICED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATING ALONG WITH A LEAK UNDERNEATH HER VEHICLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20110413
2 of 15 total reports mention: electrical system.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
Driver Air Bag Circuit High Resistance
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2005 Mercedes-Benz E350 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (2 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 2005 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz E350?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2005 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.