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 | 223 |
| 2012 | 215 |
| 2013 | 161 |
| 2014 | 277 |
| 2015 | 31 |
| 2016 | 51 |
| 2017 | 7 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 15 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
5 of 15 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
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
3 of 15 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing auxillary tank.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A GASOLINE SMELL OUTSIDE AND INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE WHEN THE FUEL TANK WAS FILLED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140512
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: 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: electrical system.
1 of 15 total reports mentions: visibility/wiper.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V918000 (VISIBILITY) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20200505
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 (5 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (3 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 33% 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 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.