Mercedes-Benz E250 years to avoid
The Mercedes-Benz E250 years to avoid are 2014, 2015, 2016 — each drew complaint volumes well above the model's norm or has an open safety investigation.
23
Total complaints
5
Recall campaigns
2014–2016
Years covered
3
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
E250 years to avoid
| Year | Why | Complaints | vs avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Open safety investigation | 12 | |
| 2015 | Open safety investigation | 10 | |
| 2016 | Open safety investigation | 1 |
Every E250 year
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016avoid | 1 | 2 | |
| 2015avoid | 10 | 5 | |
| 2014avoid | 12 | 3 |
Common questions
What are the worst Mercedes-Benz E250 years?
Based on NHTSA complaint rates and open investigations, the E250 years to avoid are 2014, 2015, 2016.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz E250 have?
Across all model years, the E250 has 5 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 23 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 28, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.