Is the 2017 Mercedes-Benz E550 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 2017 Mercedes-Benz E550?

The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2017 Mercedes-Benz E550 have?

5 recalls on file for this model year.

2017 Mercedes-Benz E550

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2017 Mercedes-Benz E550
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:53:09.787Z

Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 2
Recalls: 5
Investigations: 0
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2017: 2 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2010	68
2011	61
2012	17
2013	16
2014	16
2015	2
2016	1
2017	2

Known problem areas

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Steering

1 of 2 total reports mentions: steering.

Show complaint excerpts

The steering wheel tilt feature is stuck in the up position.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-03-01

Electrical system

1 of 2 total reports mentions: electrical system.

Show complaint excerpts

The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz E550. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number 21V058000 (Communication, Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available.

NHTSA ODI report, 2021-06-30

Also filed under Communication

Communication

1 of 2 total reports mentions: communication.

Safety timeline

5 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2016-12-16Structure16V831000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2017 E400 4Matic Coupe, E400 Convertible, E550 Coupe and E550 Convertible vehicles manufactured June 7, 2016, to September 8, 2016.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the underbody panel, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 2016. Owners may contact Mercedes customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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2017-05-26Air bags17V080000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 CLA250, CLA250 4Matic, E400 Coupe, E400 4Matic Coupe, E550 Coupe, E400 Cabriolet, E550 Cabriolet, E300, E300 4Matic, E400 Wagon, GLA250, and GLA250 4Matic vehicles.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began March 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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2019-03-29Air bags19V010000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2014 C250, C300 4Matic, C350, C63 AMG, E350 4Matic Coupe, E350 Cabrio, E350 Coupe, SLS AMG Cabrio, SLS AMG Coupe, 2014-2015 C250 Coupe, C350 4Matic Coupe, C350 Coupe, C63 AMG Coupe, GLK 350, GLK250...

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began March 29, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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2021-03-12Communication, electrical system21V058000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 - 2021 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS-Class, SL-Class, B-Class, GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and G-Class vehicles.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and the communication module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. The recall began March 12, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.

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Buy-smart checklist

2017 Mercedes-Benz E550 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.
Communication: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 16V831000 · Structure
Recall 17V080000 · Air bags
Recall 17V627000 · Air bags
Recall 19V010000 · Air bags
Recall 21V058000 · Communication, electrical system

FAQ

Is the 2017 Mercedes-Benz E550 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 2017 Mercedes-Benz E550?: The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2017 Mercedes-Benz E550 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.