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2020 Mercedes-Benz E 450 4matic problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2020 Mercedes-Benz E 450 4matic — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2020 compare to other E 450 4matic years?

E 450 4matic NHTSA complaints by model year, 2020 highlighted1 complaint2019: 1 complaints2020: 1 complaints2024: 1 complaints2025: 0 complaints2026: 0 complaints
E 450 4matic NHTSA complaints by model year, 2020 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2020 Mercedes-Benz E 450 4matic problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Driver Assistance1100%

Does the 2020 Mercedes-Benz E 450 4matic have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

26V216000TransmissionApril 3, 2026 · 24,092 units

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 E 400 4MATIC Sedan, E 400 4MATIC Wagon, E 400 4MATIC Cabriolet, E 400 4MATIC Coupe, 2018-2020 Maybach S 560 4MATIC, S 560 4MATIC Coupe, S 450 4MATIC, 2019-2020 E 450 4MATIC Sedan, E 450 4MATIC Wagon, E 450 4MATIC Coupe, and E 450 4MATIC Cabriolet vehicles. The drive shaft universal joint may break, resulting in a sudden loss of drive power.

Consequence

A sudden loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the drive shaft as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed May 22, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 10, 2026.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“Back up camera not functioning. Emblem cover will not retract. Must use key fob or electronic controls to open the trunk. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · June 1, 2026

2020 Mercedes-Benz E 450 4matic — common questions

Is the 2020 Mercedes-Benz E 450 4matic reliable?

The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2020 Mercedes-Benz E 450 4matic have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2020 Mercedes-Benz E 450 4matic. 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.