MYRModel Year Report

2015 Mercedes-Benz E350

▲ Better than typical
2015 Mercedes-Benz E350
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:06:27.834Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
31
Recalls
6

Campaigns on file for 2015

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Steering

16% of complaints

Complaints per year

2003: 7 complaints 2003 2004: 10 complaints 2005: 15 complaints 2005 2006: 398 complaints 2007: 350 complaints 2007 2008: 173 complaints 2009: 64 complaints 2009 2010: 184 complaints 2011: 223 complaints 2011 2012: 216 complaints 2013: 164 complaints 2013 2014: 277 complaints 2015: 31 complaints 2015 31 2016: 51 complaints 2017: 7 complaints 2017
2003: 7 complaints 2003 2004: 10 complaints 2004 2005: 15 complaints 2005 2006: 398 complaints 2006 2007: 350 complaints 2007 2008: 173 complaints 2008 2009: 64 complaints 2009 2010: 184 complaints 2010 2011: 223 complaints 2011 2012: 216 complaints 2012 2013: 164 complaints 2013 2014: 277 complaints 2014 2015: 31 complaints 2015 31 2016: 51 complaints 2016 2017: 7 complaints 2017
2003: 7 complaints 2003 2004: 10 complaints 2004 2005: 15 complaints 2005 2006: 398 complaints 2006 2007: 350 complaints 2007 2008: 173 complaints 2008 2009: 64 complaints 2009 2010: 184 complaints 2010 2011: 223 complaints 2011 2012: 216 complaints 2012 2013: 164 complaints 2013 2014: 277 complaints 2014 2015: 31 complaints 2015 31 2016: 51 complaints 2016 2017: 7 complaints 2017

2015: 31 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
20037
200410
200515
2006398
2007350
2008173
200964
2010184
2011223
2012216
2013164
2014277
201531
201651
20177

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Steering

16% · 5 reports
CRASH
Show complaint excerpts

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 Mercedes-Benz E350. While driving approximately 42 MPH, the blind stop detection monitoring system and other unknown warning indicators malfunctioned. In addition, the steering wheel was difficult to turn to the right.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-09-18

Also filed under Electrical system and service brakes

Electrical system

16% · 5 reports
CRASH
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The vehicle has been in the dealer six times in a four month period of time. Most problems were related to electronics. Head unit center console made a loud "A ball rolling around" Noise with 24 hours of buying the car.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-07-16

Also filed under Engine

Service brakes

13% · 4 reports
CRASH
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I was driving the car and when applied the breaks noticed that they weren’t working. It was close to be an accident with the car in front of mine, but I was able to maneuver the car.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-06

Structure

13% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing body and frame and members.

Wheels

10% · 3 reports

Safety timeline

6 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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    2015-02-02Seat belts14V818000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

    Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the double seat belt buckle, free of charge. The recall began February 2, 2015. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2014120006.

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    2015-03-06Structure15V088000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

    Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will attach four additional retaining clips to the rubber seal, free of charge. The recall began March 6, 2015. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-201-573-5339.

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    2017-04-21Air bags, electrical system17V177000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 AMG GT-S, GLC300, CLA250 and GLE300d 4Matic vehicles, 2013 C250, E350 BlueTec and G63 AMG vehicles, 2008-2014 C300 vehicles, 2013-2014 C300 4Matic and ML350 4Matic vehicles, 2009 C350...

    Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update software in the affected control units, free of charge. The recall began April 21, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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    2017-10-13Steering16V899000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

    Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric power steering control unit, free of charge. The recall began October 13, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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    2017-12-06Air bags17V627000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

    Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will add sufficient grounding to the steering components, free of charge. The recall began in December 6, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.

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    2019-12-23Communication19V787000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

    Remedy: MBUSA has initiated an Over the Air (OTA) remote update. MBUSA will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful OTA or update the communication module software as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2019.

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    2020-04-24Defect petitionClosed 2020-10-09 Rear brake line failure
  8. I
    2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

Buy-smart checklist

2015 Mercedes-Benz E350 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Steering: 5 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 5 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 4 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 14V818000 · Seat belts
  • Recall 15V088000 · Structure
  • Recall 17V177000 · Air bags, electrical system
  • Recall 16V899000 · Steering
  • Recall 17V627000 · Air bags
  • Recall 19V787000 · Communication
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2015 Mercedes-Benz E350 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2015 Mercedes-Benz E350 is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Mercedes-Benz E350?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 16% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2015 Mercedes-Benz E350 have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.