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Mercedes-Benz E300
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Complaints
532
Active records
Recalls
35
Active records
TSBs
320
Active records
Filing history
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Reported severity
Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.
Deaths
0
Injuries
24
Crashes
19
Fires
11
Top reported issues — Mercedes-Benz E300
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Recent filings
The 10 most recent filings for each type.
2018 MERCEDES-BENZ E 300
Filed May 15, 2026
The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes Benz E Class. The contact stated that while driving stopped at a residential gate, the gear was shifted and skipped from g1 to g3., shifting itself to neutral. In another incident, when at a stop light or stop sign, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for a recall repair for software update however the issue that was experienced with the vehicle stalling was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that he thought the recall had to do…
2017 MERCEDES-BENZ E300
Filed May 14, 2026
Sunroof glass shattered water got in the car
2017 MERCEDES-BENZ E300
Filed May 2, 2026
There is a recall on my year model 2017 Mercedes E3 hundred 4matic for the steering column shift module, but I’m being told that my specific vin was not included, but it is having the exact issues as the recall while driving the shift lever will not leave drive to go into reverse. It will only go to park. It refuses shift commands. If I shut the engine off and turn it back on sometimes it will allow me to go into other gears again.
2017 MERCEDES-BENZ E300
Filed Apr 27, 2026
Code P052E after oil changed. seems to happen often judging my forums.
2017 MERCEDES-BENZ E300
Filed Apr 22, 2026
My car is not accelerating when I shift into drive or reverse. It says “reversing not possile-service required” error. Out the blue. There is a known recall on these model cars but Mercedes benz is saying its vin specific and mine is not covered even though I am experiencing the exact same issue. Recall date- 2017-02-07 Recall no. 17V078000
2019 MERCEDES-BENZ E 300
Filed Apr 20, 2026
As I was entering the vehicle and getting into my seat, my right ring finger became caught in the passenger-side window as it was closing. The window failed to stop or reverse upon encountering my finger, which is a critical safety function designed to prevent exactly this type of injury. Instead, the window continued to close with full force, crushing my finger and holding it trapped. The pressure was so severe that it ripped my nail and nail bed out and caused a displaced fracture.
2017 MERCEDES-BENZ E300
Filed Apr 13, 2026
I’m having issues with my control module not going forward or backwards at times and there was a recall on models of this vehicle for that exact reason NHTSA ID: 17V078000 Issued: Feb 2, 17. Dealership is telling me it’s not open. I’m scared for my safety when my car doesn’t shift in the correct gear. This started in 2021 or 2022 and I’m not getting resolution. When getting my bumper repaired I noticed that this was on the recall list a few years ago. I’ll submit the papers I received form Park…
2017 MERCEDES-BENZ E300
Filed Mar 17, 2026
I own a 2017 mercedes benz e-class. I'm starting to smell gasoline in the cabin and also outside of my vehicle. I tried entering my VIN number to see if any recalls. There is something listed for the smell of gas. Can someone help me regarding this matter.
2018 MERCEDES-BENZ E 300
Filed Mar 16, 2026
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft KNOWN DEFECT rendering the car unusable at only 100K miles.
2017 MERCEDES-BENZ E300
Filed Jan 28, 2026
The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz E300. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal. The message Reverse not Possible - Service Required was displayed. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and turned off the vehicle. The contact waited for approximately five to ten minutes, and the vehicle restarted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the electronic…