NHTSA Data Explorer
Mercedes-Benz
Data refreshed July 19, 2026
Complaints
24,238
Active records
Recalls
591
Active records
TSBs
4,121
Active records
Filing history
Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.
Reported severity
Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.
Deaths
35
Injuries
1,166
Crashes
1,096
Fires
727
Top reported issues — Mercedes-Benz
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Most-reported Mercedes-Benz models
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Browse all Mercedes-Benz models
All Mercedes-Benz models with NHTSA records, listed alphabetically.
Recent filings
The 10 most recent filings for each type.
2017 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA 250
Filed Jul 15, 2026
The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, several unknown warning lights illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that the warning lights turned off one after the other and the instrument cluster independently powered off. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 89,669.
2023 MERCEDES-BENZ EQB 300 4MATIC
Filed Jul 15, 2026
The contact owns a 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB 300 4Matic. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V073000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was contacted. The contact was concerned that the manufacturer provided limited safety risk information and that the vehicle could catch on fire during a crash. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The…
2023 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA 250
Filed Jul 15, 2026
I am reporting a severe drivability and engine failure issue with my vehicle. The vehicle has been exclusively maintained by authorized Mercedes-Benz service centers. Immediately following a scheduled 60,000-mile (Schedule B/C) maintenance, the Check Engine Light began cycling on and off. The vehicle simultaneously developed severe drivability symptoms: the engine ran extremely rough, and acceleration became erratic and jumpy. This unpredictable power delivery and hesitation poses a…
2014 MERCEDES-BENZ GLK350
Filed Jul 15, 2026
The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK350. The contact stated that there was an abnormal fuel odor inside and outside vehicle. The check engine, TPMS, and several other unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
2022 MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 2500
Filed Jul 14, 2026
Frequently, when I started the car, the instrument cluster's monochrome display will stay blank/black or display completely corrupted garbage - unreadable bit and pieces. I wasn't able to read essential info like level of drive gear and fuel level etc. Often when this happens, the physical speedometer pointers won't settle on accurate current speed level, but keep cycling: from 0 spin to some value and then reset back to 0 and spin to some value ... This makes driving risky as I am not able to…
2024 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GLE53
Filed Jul 14, 2026
Digital Instrument cluster screen has gone black 3 times since October 2025 making it impossible to see speed or other important driving safety information. Black out happened in October 2025, March 2026, and again on July 9, 2026. Screen eventually comes back after vehicle sits unused for several hours.
2025 MERCEDES-BENZ GLS 580
Filed Jul 14, 2026
I made a left turn and the rear passenger side axle broke. I didn’t hit anything.
2025 MERCEDES-BENZ GLC 350 E 4MATIC
Filed Jul 14, 2026
The contact owns a 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC350E 4MATIC. The contact stated that while driving at 68 MPH, the sunroof glass shattered unexpectedly. The contact was able to pull over, and the vehicle was towed to the nearest dealer. The dealer had not yet diagnosed the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 17,500.
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ E 450 4MATIC
Filed Jul 13, 2026
My 2020 E450 has not been serviced on schedule due to Mercedes-Benz of Indianapolis and its service manger banning and blacklisting me for months. This service department would not allow my vehicle to be serviced under a prepaid maintenance and wheel and tire plan, and most importantly my vehicle's warranty. When I went there for an appointment, a flat tire, or help with my vehicle, they kicked me out, verbally harassed and threatened me because I did not pay the deductible on a loaner vehicle…
2012 MERCEDES-BENZ ML350
Filed Jul 13, 2026
The contact owns a 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML350. While the contact’s wife was driving approximately 30 - 35 MPH, the message Do Not Drive Vehicle was suddenly displayed. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic, and the brake fluid reservoir was topped off. The mechanic was unable to find any leaks. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The message turned off and was displayed again 4 hours later. The contact was called by his wife, and the vehicle was driven to the residence after the brake fluid…