2023 Mercedes-Benz E 350

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Excellent Reliability

Quick Summary

The 2023 Mercedes-Benz E 350 has 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.1x the segment average of 80. The most common issue is other problems (60% of all complaints), specifically: may 4, 2023 at approximately 5:45 pm, while reaching into the trunk of my car, the trunk lid came crashing down on me. to avoid being struck on the head, i blocked it with me left forearm. the trunk lid caused a large nasty and painful wound. i immediately texted my sales person, and text him a pict.

2 injuries

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

0.1x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems

OTHER

3 complaints

60%

• May 4, 2023 at approximately 5:45 PM, while reaching into the trunk of my car, the trunk lid came crashing down on me. To avoid being struck on the head, I blocked it with me left forearm. The trunk lid caused a large nasty and painful wound. I immediately texted my sales person, and text him a pict
• This is the second report filing about the trunk lid closing without initiating the automatic closure. In order to keep this record accurate, the vehicle was brought into the Mercedes Benz dealer, (where it was purchased), on May 23, 2023. The service advisor came to the car to instruct me on how to
• While driving the vehicle in normal road conditions the car suddenly stop and activated the seat belts. This incidents has happened 4 times. The vehicle has been taken to the Mercedez-Benz service and it gas been released with no findings. I am concerned with this safety issue on my leased vehicle a

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“May 4, 2023 at approximately 5:45 PM, while reaching into the trunk of my car, the trunk lid came crashing down on me. To avoid being struck on the head, I blocked it with me left forearm. The trunk lid caused a large nasty and painful wound. I immediately texted my sales person, and text him a pict”

— NHTSA complaint filing

TIRES

1 complaints

20%

• Have replace 5 tires since April 2024 due to damage from pot holes

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“Have replace 5 tires since April 2024 due to damage from pot holes”

— NHTSA complaint filing

BRAKES

1 complaints

20%

• I am a small auto repair shop, in Houston, Texas. The driver's (left) side rear brake caliper bracket appears to be defective. The car came in with the mental to metal break wear on the driver's side, while the passenger's side brake pads still at 50% life. The break wear sensor didn't trigger the l

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“I am a small auto repair shop, in Houston, Texas. The driver's (left) side rear brake caliper bracket appears to be defective. The car came in with the mental to metal break wear on the driver's side, while the passenger's side brake pads still at 50% life. The break wear sensor didn't trigger the l”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Estimated Repair Costs

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

TIRES(~50K mi)

$500

BRAKES(~50K mi)

$500

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

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 5 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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OTHER: May 4, 2023 at approximately 5:45 PM, while reaching into the trunk of my car, the trunk lid came crashing down on me. To avoid being struck on the head, I blocked it with me left forearm. The trunk lid caused a large nasty and painful wound. I immediately texted my sales person, and text him a pict
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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TIRES: Have replace 5 tires since April 2024 due to damage from pot holes
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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BRAKES: I am a small auto repair shop, in Houston, Texas. The driver's (left) side rear brake caliper bracket appears to be defective. The car came in with the mental to metal break wear on the driver's side, while the passenger's side brake pads still at 50% life. The break wear sensor didn't trigger the l
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)