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2023 Mercedes-Benz E 450 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 25 complaints on file for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz E 450 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 4 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

25

NHTSA complaints

4

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2023 compare to other E 450 years?

E 450 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted33 complaints2019: 33 complaints2020: 10 complaints2021: 8 complaints2022: 16 complaints2023: 25 complaints2024: 3 complaints
E 450 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 450 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Tires & Wheels728%
Engine624%
Transmission416%
Fuel System312%
Electrical System312%
Speed Control14%
Driver Assistance14%

Does the 2023 Mercedes-Benz E 450 have recalls?

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

24V100000Electrical SystemFebruary 9, 2024 · 12,191 units

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 CLS450, E450, E450 All-Terrain, AMG E53, AMG GT43, AMG GT53, and 2021 AMG CLS53 vehicles. The 48-volt ground cable connection located in the engine compartment may not be tightened properly and may result in the ground cable overheating.

Consequence

An overheated ground cable increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the 48-volt ground cable connection and repair it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 22, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024MMNNNN.

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.

“The contact owns a 2023 Mercedes-Benz E450 Convertible equipped with Continental Tires, Tire Line: ProContact GX SSR, Tire Size: 245/40/R19, DOT Number: 16YOF989F4623. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed over a bumpy road surface, the front driver's side tire experienced a…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · June 17, 2025

“I had just left home and was about two blocks from my house when the engine stopped running and the word “malfunction” appeared on the display. It would not restart until I hit the off button and then I restarted it. Definite safety issue if I had been on the freeway or a busy street.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · October 21, 2023

“The contact owns a 2023 Mercedes-Benz E450. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and merging into traffic, the gear shifter inadvertently shifted into neutral (N). There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the RPM was fluctuating. The vehicle was taken…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · June 19, 2023

“The contact owns a 2023 Mercedes-Benz E450. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds with the cruise control activated, a yellow "Active Lane Keeping Assistance is Inoperable" message was displayed, followed by a red "Emergency Braking to Begin" message displayed on the instrument…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · September 1, 2025

“The fuel pump on my vehicle failed multiple times, including coming off start / stop at traffic lights, as well as when being started. When at a stop light turning from red to green, my car did not respond, putting me in danger of being hit from behind. The vehicle is being repaired under warranty…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · June 19, 2024

2023 Mercedes-Benz E 450 — common questions

Is the 2023 Mercedes-Benz E 450 reliable?

The record is thin — 25 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 4 recalls should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2023 E 450 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are tires & wheels (7 complaints), engine (6 complaints), transmission (4 complaints).

Does the 2023 Mercedes-Benz E 450 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns affecting the 2023 Mercedes-Benz E 450. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Mercedes-Benz E 450 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the E 450 years to avoid are 2019. The cleanest record among E 450 years belongs to 2024.

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.