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Mercedes-Benz

2019 Mercedes-Benz E 300

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Above Average

Quick Summary

The 2019 Mercedes-Benz E 300 has 38 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.8x the segment average of 47. The most common issue is other problems (26% of all complaints), specifically: for the past month we have a lat of rain during the rain inside the car on driver side up to 3 inch of water and stay like that for several days 3 weeks a go we went to beverly hills mbz dealership for oil service and we show that problem to the advisor hi sad its nothing wrong and if we wont to cle. There are 7 recalls issued for this model year.

5 crash reports 5 injuries

38

Total Complaints

7

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

0.8x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

OTHER

10 complaints
26%
  • • FOR THE PAST MONTH WE HAVE A LAT OF RAIN DURING THE RAIN INSIDE THE CAR ON DRIVER SIDE UP TO 3 INCH OF WATER AND STAY LIKE THAT FOR SEVERAL DAYS 3 WEEKS A GO WE WENT TO BEVERLY HILLS MBZ DEALERSHIP FOR OIL SERVICE AND WE SHOW THAT PROBLEM TO THE ADVISOR HI SAD ITS NOTHING WRONG AND IF WE WONT TO CLE
  • • My husband and I were driving on the interstate in Indianapolis, Indiana yesterday, November22, 2021 and out of the clear blue our sunroof exploded on our 2019 Mercedes Benz E300W4. This was not due to being hit by something and we were not near an overpass. It exploded from the center outward.
  • • The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz E300. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V365000 (Electrical System, Communication) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the re
Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“FOR THE PAST MONTH WE HAVE A LAT OF RAIN DURING THE RAIN INSIDE THE CAR ON DRIVER SIDE UP TO 3 INCH OF WATER AND STAY LIKE THAT FOR SEVERAL DAYS 3 WEEKS A GO WE WENT TO BEVERLY HILLS MBZ DEALERSHIP FOR OIL SERVICE AND WE SHOW THAT PROBLEM TO THE ADVISOR HI SAD ITS NOTHING WRONG AND IF WE WONT TO CLE”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2019 Mercedes-Benz E 300

Based on 11 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 7K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 0-30K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage
0-30K
10
30-60K
1
60-100K
0
100-150K
0
150-200K
0
200K+
0

SEATS/RESTRAINTS

In line with typicalmedian 1K mi · 5 reports
0-30K
5
30-60K
0
60-100K
0
100-150K
0
150-200K
0
200K+
0

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.

Recalls (7)

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE05/02/2021

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. Please refer to the Part 573 report for specific vehicle model details. The software design of the communication module may fail to communicate the correct vehicle location for the emergency call system (eCall) in the event of a crash.

Risk: Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.

Fix: 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. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021020025.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2019 Mercedes-Benz E 300

Live EIA prices
Per year
$1,920
Per month
$160
Per mile
16.0¢
MPG
25
City driving (worst-case MPG)
$2,286/yr
Highway driving (best-case MPG)
$1,600/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today
Current
$4.00
5-year low
$2.78
5-year high
$5.01
Since 2021
+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2019 Mercedes-Benz E 300

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.
Full coverage / year
$2,143
Full coverage / month
$179
Liability only / year
$710
vs US avg
+28%
How this estimate is calculated
US base full-coverage premium$1674
× state (US)1.00x
× vehicle class (sedan-luxury)1.28x
× theft risk1.00x
× safety rating1.00x
× vehicle age1.00x
= Full coverage estimate$2143

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Mercedes-Benz E 300 Service Intervals

Oil change
10K mi / 12 mo
Tire rotation
10K mi
Brake fluid
24 months
Transmission fluid
40K mi
Engine coolant
150K mi
Spark plugs
60K mi
Cabin air filter
20K mi
Engine air filter
40K mi
Differential (AWD/4WD)
40K mi

Service A / Service B alternating schedule. Requires MB-approved oil (229.5 spec typically).

"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.

Mercedes-Benz New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)
4 yr / 50K mi
Powertrain
4 yr / 50K mi
Hybrid/EV battery
10 yr / 155K mi
Corrosion (rust perforation)
4 yr / 50K mi
Roadside assistance
4 yr / unlimited mi

EQ EV battery warranty is 10 years/155,000 miles

These are the terms for a new Mercedes-Benz. If you're buying a used 2019 E 300, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Mercedes-Benz dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

OTHER(~50K mi)
$500
SEATS/RESTRAINTS(~50K mi)
$500
DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS(~50K mi)
$500
ENGINE(~50K mi)
$500
ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)
$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 38 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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    OTHER: FOR THE PAST MONTH WE HAVE A LAT OF RAIN DURING THE RAIN INSIDE THE CAR ON DRIVER SIDE UP TO 3 INCH OF WATER AND STAY LIKE THAT FOR SEVERAL DAYS 3 WEEKS A GO WE WENT TO BEVERLY HILLS MBZ DEALERSHIP FOR OIL SERVICE AND WE SHOW THAT PROBLEM TO THE ADVISOR HI SAD ITS NOTHING WRONG AND IF WE WONT TO CLE

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • ☐
    SEATS/RESTRAINTS: THE CAR DOES NOT DETECT A PROPERLY FASTENED SEATBELT SOMETIMES AND THE SEATBELT WILL NOT ADJUST AUTOMATICALLY EVEN WHEN PROPERLY FASTENED. INTERMITTENT ISSUE. LOOKS LIKE OTHER MODELS HAVE HAD RECALLS RELATED TO SIMILAR COMPLAINTS. HTTPS://WWW.CONSUMERAFFAIRS.COM/NEWS/MERCEDES-BENZ-VEHICLES-WITH-SEAT

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • ☐
    DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: THE RIGHT SIDE BLIND ASSIST TURNS ON WHEN MAKING A RIGHT TURN AND ALSO GIVES FALSE WARNING LIGHT AND SOUND WHEN THERE'S NO CAR. THE RUN FLAT TIRES BLEW OUT AND DIDN'T WORK. THERE'S NO SPARE TIRE SO I CALLED MB SOS. I HAD TO CALL THEM 4 TIMES TO GET THEM TO SEND THE TOWING TRUCK. I WAS TOLD IT WO

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • ☐
    ENGINE: The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz E300. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle began to shake and lost motive power. The contact depressed the accelerator pedal and the vehicle shuddered and failed to accelerate as needed. The contact stated that the check engine warn

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • ☐
    RECALLS: Verify all 7 recalls have been completed — free at any Mercedes-Benz dealer
  • ☐
    General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)

Mercedes-Benz E 300 — Year Comparison

How does 2019 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.

2019
38Above Average
2018
47Below Average
Full years-to-avoid analysis →

NHTSA Safety Rating

No NHTSA safety rating available

At a Glance

Complaints
38
Recalls
7
Fire reports
0
Crash reports
5
Injury reports
5
Segment avg
47

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