MYRModel Year Report

2016 Mercedes-Benz E350

▲ Better than typical
2016 Mercedes-Benz E350
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:04:36.957Z

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
51
Recalls
5

Campaigns on file for 2016

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Electrical system

18% 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 2016: 51 complaints 2016 51 2017: 7 complaints
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 2016: 51 complaints 2016 51 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 2016: 51 complaints 2016 51 2017: 7 complaints 2017

2016: 51 complaints

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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.

Electrical system

18% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing ignition.

Structure

14% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing body.

Show complaint excerpts

The rear subframe is defective and subject to premature corrosion and failure of parts that connect to the rear suspension.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-16

Also filed under Suspension

I received a letter from Mercedes-Benz USA LLC located at 1 Mercedes-Benz drive Sandy springs Georgia 30328 phone number 800-367-6372.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-13

Air bags

12% · 6 reports
CRASHINJURY
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Someone ran a stop sign traveling at at least 30 mph and hit my car twice; once in the front, once in the rear. I hit my face on the steering wheel, was knocked unconscious, and received a concussion. The airbags never deployed.

NHTSA ODI report, 2022-05-13

My vehicle was moving thru intersection when another vehicle ran a red light. I hit the brakes, but still crashed into side of other vehicle at 20-25 MPH. My vehicle had front end damage and was a total loss.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-01-25

Also filed under Seat belts

Vehicle speed control

10% · 5 reports
CRASHINJURY

Steering

10% · 5 reports
CRASHINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

Power steering malfunction

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-10-09

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 Mercedes-Benz E350. While driving approximately 25 MPH, the steering system suddenly malfunctioned and the steering wheel became very difficult to turn. The contact's vehicle crashed into a second vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-01-15

Safety timeline

5 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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    2015-09-02Engine and engine cooling15V505000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016 Mercedes Benz E350, E400, E400 4Matic, E63 4M S AMG, E350 4Matic, E63-4M S AMG, 2015 CLS400, CLS400 4Matic, CLS550, CLS63-4M "P" AMG, and CLS550 4Matic vehicles manufactured April...

    Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rubber seal, in the engine compartment, free of charge. The recall began on September 2, 2015. MBUSA's number is 2015080001. 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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    2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

Buy-smart checklist

2016 Mercedes-Benz E350 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 9 reports on file for this year.
  • Structure: 7 reports on file for this year.
  • Air bags: 6 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 15V505000 · Engine and engine cooling
  • 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 2016 Mercedes-Benz E350 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2016 Mercedes-Benz E350 is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Mercedes-Benz E350?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 18% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2016 Mercedes-Benz E350 have?
5 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.