Mercedes-Benz E400 years to avoid
No model year of the Mercedes-Benz E400 stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best Mercedes-Benz E400 years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
Mercedes-Benz E400 complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Mercedes-Benz E400 problems
All model years combined.
- Airbags47
- Electrical9
- Steering8
- Engine6
- Driver assistance6
- Brakes4
- Body4
- Transmission3
- Seat belts3
- Wheels2
- Tires2
- Seats2
Mercedes-Benz E400 problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 69 | 23 | Electrical | 15,000 | 13 | 1 | |
| 2017 | 69 | 20 | Airbags | 3,500 | 8 | 0 | |
| 2016 | 56 | 34 | Airbags | 40,000 | 7 | 1 | |
| 2015 | 72 | 15 | Airbags | 7 | 2 |
Recalls 26
Mercedes-Benz E400 warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
- Dear Mercedes-Benz Owner: In our continuing efforts to ensure the proper performance of Mercedes-Benz...
- Fuel/propulsion system
- In our continuing efforts to ensure the proper performance of Mercedes-Benz products and to enhance the...
- To enhance the satisfaction of our customers, avoid further costs of litigation and return focus to its...
- Mercedes-Benz AG (“MBAG”), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has extended the warranty for the...
- Visibility/wiper
- Engine
Questions about the Mercedes-Benz E400
What years of the Mercedes-Benz E400 should you avoid?
No single model year of the Mercedes-Benz E400 has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used Mercedes-Benz E400?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Mercedes-Benz E400?
Airbags, with 47 complaints across all years, followed by electrical (9) and steering (8).
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz E400 have?
26 recalls between 2015 and 2018. The 2018 model year has the most, with 13.
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