Question 1

Is the Mercedes-Benz E550 reliable?

Accepted Answer

The Mercedes-Benz E550 has 208 total NHTSA complaints across 5 model years. The most reliable years are 2014 (20 complaints). Years to avoid: 2010 (78 complaints), 2011 (66 complaints).

Question 2

What years of the Mercedes-Benz E550 should I avoid?

Accepted Answer

Avoid the 2010, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E550. The 2010 model has the most complaints (78) with the top issue being AIR BAGS.

Question 3

What is the best year for the Mercedes-Benz E550?

Accepted Answer

The best years for the Mercedes-Benz E550 are 2014 (20 complaints). These years have the fewest reported issues to NHTSA.

Year	Complaints	Top Issue	Verdict
2014	20	IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC APPROACHING AN INTERSECTION...	Excellent Reliability
2013	22	"TAKATA RECALL" THE REPAIR PARTS ARE NOT AVALIABLE...	Average
2012	22	TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 MERCEDES BENZ E550 (N/...	Average
2011	66	TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MERCEDE...	Below Average
2010	78	TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MERCEDE...	Avoid This Year

Mercedes-Benz E550 — All Years

Mercedes-Benz E550 — NHTSA Complaints by Year

Best Years to Buy

Years to Avoid