NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls and 3 owner complaints for the 2025 Mercedes-Benz E-Class. Most complaints involve electrical system (2) and visibility/wiper (1). The EPA rates it 23–28 mpg combined.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2025 E 350, E 350 4MATIC, E 450 4MATIC, and E450 4MATIC station wagon vehicles. The camber strut bracket may have been improperly welded onto the rear axle carrier, possibly resulting in separation of the bracket from the rear axle carrier.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2024-2026 AMG GT, C-Class, E-Class, SL, CLE, and GLC vehicles. The infotainment control unit may reset while the vehicle is in motion and cause the instrument panel display to go blank.
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Complaints for each E-Class model year we’ve synced.
Only one model year synced so far.
“On October 16, 2026, all three dashboard displays in my 2025 Mercedes-Benz E350 suddenly stopped functioning while I was driving. This resulted in the loss of critical driver information and created a significant safety concern. I brought the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealership for diagnosis. The dealership confirmed that all displays were completely blank and that multiple electronic control units were unable to communicate. The technician reported that disconnecting the mobile phone control unit connector restored operation of the displays. The dealership also identified corrosion and apparent liquid contamination at electrical connectors beneath the center console, including an SRS-related connector. Diagnostic fault codes documented communication failures, electrical short circuits, and faults involving the airbag and pedestrian protection systems. The dealership attributed the damage to liquid intrusion or spillage and denied warranty coverage. However, I have never spilled a beverage or any other liquid inside this vehicle. The dealership has not provided evidence establishing the source of the contamination or how liquid reached these…”
“The digital instrument cluster and center infotainment display screen went completely black and blank while the vehicle was in motion. This immediate failure blinded the driver to critical safety telemetry, including the current vehicle speed, gear positioning, and active safety warning telltales, creating an immediate, severe crash hazard on the roadway.This symptom is identical to the failure condition detailed in active NHTSA Safety Recall Campaign 26V281000 for this exact model year. The vehicle is currently held at an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealership (Mercedes-Benz of West Covina) where technicians confirmed the physical screen and plug blackout but are actively refusing to execute the safety recall remedy without a $1,272.95 out-of-pocket consumer diagnostic fee, falsely claiming a localized cosmetic stain on a connection plug voids the manufacturer's obligation to repair a known, federally acknowledged factory software design defect.The vehicle remains unmodified, intact, and available for federal or corporate engineering inspection at the dealership location upon request. No warning lamps or symptoms appeared prior to the sudden screen blackout.”
“Drove the car through a 6" puddle and the engine was hydro locked, alternator and starter died leaving me stranded in the middle of the road. This car is in Florida and I would expect it to be able to go through a puddle. When getting the engine replaced I was told that my E350 was not the only one with this issue.”
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E350 Auto 9-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 25 | 33 | 28 | $2,700 | 316 |
| E450 4matic Auto 9-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo, Sup Charg · All-Wheel Drive | 22 | 31 | 25 | $3,000 | 355 |
| E450 4matic All-Terrain (wagon) Auto 9-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo, Sup Charg · All-Wheel Drive | 22 | 31 | 25 | $3,000 | 351 |
| AMG E53 Hybrid 4matic Plus Auto 9-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 26 | 23 | $3,250 | 117 |
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
2 safety recalls as of Nov 13, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.
Owners filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (2), visibility/wiper (1), engine (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
The EPA rates the 2025 Mercedes-Benz E-Class at 23–28 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (4 versions rated).