Mercedes-Benz E400 years to avoid
The Mercedes-Benz E400 years to avoid are 2016, 2017, 2015 — each drew complaint volumes well above the model's norm or has an open safety investigation.
80
Total complaints
15
Recall campaigns
2015–2017
Years covered
3
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
E400 years to avoid
Every E400 year
Common questions
What are the worst Mercedes-Benz E400 years?
Based on NHTSA complaint rates and open investigations, the E400 years to avoid are 2016, 2017, 2015.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz E400 have?
Across all model years, the E400 has 15 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 80 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.