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2023 Mercedes-Benz E 350 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 5 complaints on file for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz E 350 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 3 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

5

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

2

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2023 compare to other E 350 years?

E 350 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted19 complaints2020: 12 complaints2021: 19 complaints2022: 9 complaints2023: 5 complaints2024: 10 complaints2025: 4 complaints2026: 0 complaints
E 350 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2023 Mercedes-Benz E 350 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Other360%
Brakes120%
Tires & Wheels120%

Does the 2023 Mercedes-Benz E 350 have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

23V880000Fuel SystemDecember 21, 2023 · 79,676 units

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2024 GLE, GLS, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, GLC, CLS, AMG GT, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, causing a loss of drive power.

Consequence

A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on February 23, 2024, April 19, 2024, June 28, 2024, August 9, 2024, October 1, 2024, and December 2, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 23V-445.

23V574000Electrical SystemAugust 11, 2023 · 880 units

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023 E450, E350, AMG E63 S, AMG E53, CLS450, AMG GT53, and AMG GT43 vehicles. Due to a software error, the exit warning system audio and visual warnings may fail to alert occupants about approaching vehicles.

Consequence

Failure to alert occupants of an approaching vehicle can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

Dealers will update the exit warning system software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023080005.

23V445000Fuel SystemJune 26, 2023 · 143,551 units

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS, SL, GT, GLC, GLE, GLS, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, which can result in a loss of drive power.

Consequence

A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 14, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023070012.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · March 8, 2026

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · February 2, 2026

2023 Mercedes-Benz E 350 — common questions

Is the 2023 Mercedes-Benz E 350 reliable?

The record is thin — 5 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2023 Mercedes-Benz E 350 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2023 Mercedes-Benz E 350. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.