Mercedes-Benz E300 stalling problems

Filed May 15, 2026 · Transmission · 112,000 miles · GA

The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes Benz E Class. The contact stated that while driving stopped at a residential gate, the gear was shifted and skipped from g1 to g3., shifting itself to neutral. In another incident, when at a stop light or stop sign, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for a recall repair for software update however the issue that was experienced with the vehicle stalling was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that he thought the recall had to do with the issue he was experiencing but was informed by the dealer that it was a separate issue. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. the approximate failure mileage was 112,000.

Filed Jan 28, 2026 · Transmission · 144,000 miles · DC

The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz E300. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal. The message "Reverse not Possible - Service Required" was displayed. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and turned off the vehicle. The contact waited for approximately five to ten minutes, and the vehicle restarted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the electronic shift lever had failed. The vehicle was repaired. The contact picked up the vehicle from the dealer, and two days later, the same message was displayed. The contact stated that on a separate occasion, while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal, and the vehicle stalled. The message "Reverse not Possible - Service Required” was displayed. The vehicle was coasted to the side of the road, and the contact waited before restarting the vehicle. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the Transmission Control Module (TCM) had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle remained at the dealer unrepaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 144,000.

Filed Jul 3, 2024 · Engine, Fuel system · 72,000 miles · CA

The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz E300. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. Additionally, the vehicle stalled, and the engine misfired. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with failed fuel injectors and failed fuel rail. The contact was informed that the fuel injectors and the fuel rail needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 72,000.

Filed May 17, 2024 · Engine · MS

I am writing in regards to a constant issue that a great percentage of people including myself, are experiencing with the engine within the 2017 Mercedes E300. The cam adjusters are easily going bad or are malfunctioning causing the timing in the motor to be defected which makes the car stall and shut off even while driving. Giving that this is happening to a great amount of people with this particular vehicle across the US, we feel that mercedes benz should take some responsibility in fixing this issue and not just post bulletins on the problem, cause its a safety issue and it costs people alot of money for a defect of this sort.

Filed Feb 26, 2024 · Engine · FL

Engine stalled in the middle of the high way, possible problem with timing chain

Filed Jan 15, 2024 · Fuel system · MD

Vehicle stalled while on the highway on [XXX]. There are open recalls for the fuel pump and components for my vehicle make and model, but not MY vehicle. My VIN doesn’t show active recalls. The recall needs to be extended. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed May 26, 2023 · Engine · CA

Having a Mercedes was my dream since I was a kid and I’m completely heartbroken to have to file this complaint. I’ve been working literally my whole life to finally be able to afford my 2017 E300. I purchased it from Autobahn Motors in Belmont, California in August 2020. My car has ~48,000 miles on it and I still own approximately $14,000 on the car as of today (5/20/2023). When I was driving on the highway my car engine light came on, started to violently shake, and I thought it was going to stall out. I immediately took it in to my mechanic and he told me that piston #1 is broken and the spark plugs are melted! Premature engine failure. I can no longer use my car until I get my engine replace! I’ve gotten one quote and it is approximately $15,000! I don’t even have 50,000 miles on my car. I saw a large volume of complaints online for the M274 engine including a class action lawsuit that have exactly the same issue as what my mechanic diagnostics is showing (broken piston #1 leading to premature engine failure). This is a huge safety concern and needs to be investigated immediately and corrected by Mercedes Benz before someone gets hurt or dies from this failure. For the price I’ve paid, still owe, as well as what the repair would be is completely unacceptable. I need my car for work and I’m also a parent so this is creating a huge inconvenience and financial hardship. Mercedes must be aware of this problem and held accountable for there negligence on correcting this issue.

Filed May 2, 2023 · Engine · CA

yellow check engine light came on and a few days later the car stalled on the road potentially causing an accident. took it to a shop and it has a p052e (crankcase valve issue), then took it to mercedes and theyve confirmed that oil has been leaking and it needs a new cvp ($3000) AND oil has leaked into the engine harness ($4000) but a few other indie shops have mentioned that id probably also have to replace the thermostat because thats usually damaged as well. You can google this issue and see that its insanely common, dangerous, and a huge financial burden on mercedes owners. There should be an immediate recall. See the inspection here: https://app.mykaarma.com/service-cart/mpi/8RlVgZhzCNsvpezrI1ZEEtxKAPluMxrUUivaOkycfRg/detail

Filed Dec 14, 2022 · Engine · 89,000 miles · CA

The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz E300. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer and the contact was made aware of a failed piston. The contact was informed that further diagnostic testing on the engine was needed. The vehicle was not repaired and was towed back to the residence. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 89,000.

Filed May 4, 2021 · Engine, Steering · 40,000 miles · FL

Mb 2018 e300 would stop with me in the middle of traffic the stop and start system malfunctions and dealership refused to fixed the problem until I almost got killed. Car stop in the middle of traffic around (nov 2020 off commercial blvd fort lauderdale fl between 4 to 6pm rainy day rush hour about to make a right turn to get on i95 and care died on me and I had to wait 3 yours because onstar button wasn't working and had to call tow using my phone ) I been having issues starting back up and other problems with the pistines in the engine and car finally breaks down and needs new engine feb 2 mercedes never honors their warranty and fixed my issue . One driver with 2018 e300 mercedes benz like mine after 23k miles needs a new engine also . Below I past the link to the forum with other mb customers complaining about the safety issues of their e-class mb all of which experience familiar engine and car start up failure. Https://mbworld.org/forums/e-class-w213/798120-2018-mercedes-w213-e300-needs-new-engine-23k-miles-2.html confirmation code: [xxx] date and time: jan 6, 2021 9:00:00 am vehicle: 2018 mercedes-benz e300 VIN: [xxx] advisor: [xxx] arrangement: loaner vehicle repair services: engine performance concern (hesitation, lack of power, poor mileage, etc.) ' customer states that the vehicle stalls at regular period confirmation code: [xxx] date and time: nov 25, 2020 10:00:00 am vehicle: 2018 mercedes-benz e300 VIN: [xxx] advisor: [xxx] arrangement: loaner vehicle repair services: tell us more ' client states the vehicle is having issues when she turn the car on, there are some weird noises coming fron engine information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).