CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Mercedes-Benz E 300 has 16 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 132 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 3 fires, 7 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (37 reports).
2017 Mercedes-Benz E 300 recalls
Emergency call system may be disabled, delaying crash help
Some 2017 to 2021 Mercedes-Benz vehicles may have had their communication module inadvertently deactivated during a service visit.
Crash Alert May Send Responders to Wrong Location
Certain 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz vehicles have a software problem in the communication module that runs the automatic crash notification (eCall) system.
Seat Belt Warning May Not Sound or Blink When Unbuckled
Some Mercedes-Benz vehicles that previously had their instrument cluster replaced may have software that does not properly run the front seat belt warning.
Headlights Could Be Knocked Out of Aim, Reducing Road Lighting
Some 2017 Mercedes-Benz E300, E400 and E43 AMG vehicles have headlight horizontal adjustment screws that may not be properly sealed behind a non-removable cap.
Headlights May Not Light the Road Well, Raising Crash Risk
Some 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class vehicles with LED headlights may have misadjusted headlights.
Power steering may cut out unexpectedly, raising crash risk
A transistor inside the power steering control unit can overheat, which may cause the electric power steering assist to switch off without warning.
Power Steering May Fail, Raising Crash Risk
Some vehicles have electric power steering control units with improperly welded contact pins.
Water Can Disable Steering Assist, Raising Crash Risk
Certain 2016 Mercedes-Benz vehicles (including GL, GLE, GL63 AMG, E400 and GLE300d models) may have an electric power steering connector that is not sealed well enough.
Instrument Cluster May Go Blank or Reset While Driving
The widescreen instrument cluster software in certain 2017 E300 and E300 4MATIC vehicles can cause the cluster to show nothing when the vehicle starts, or to reset while you are driving.
Roof spoiler can detach while driving, creating a crash risk
Certain 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz E300 vehicles and 2017 E300 4MATIC vehicles have a roof-mounted spoiler that may not be properly attached.
Passenger Front Airbag May Not Deploy Properly
The front passenger airbag may not deploy as intended if a front seat passenger is sitting on the edge of the seat or lying back with the seat reclined.
Starter Can Overheat and Melt, Creating a Fire Risk
A starter current limiter can overheat if the engine or transmission fails to turn over and the starter motor repeatedly tries to start the vehicle.
Passenger Front Airbag May Be Wrongly Turned Off
The front passenger occupant detection control unit may have been installed incorrectly.
Gear Selector May Fail to Engage, Raising Crash Risk
On certain 2017 vehicles, the steering column-mounted shift lever module may be damaged.
Passenger Front Airbag May Fail to Deploy in a Crash
The front passenger airbag inflator module, which includes the pelvis airbag, may not ignite in a crash.
Fuel Pump Wiring May Be Damaged, Risking Engine Stall
The rear bench seat frame in certain vehicles may contact and damage the wiring harness for the fuel pump, fuel tank pressure sensor, or fuel level gauge.
Most common 2017 Mercedes-Benz E 300 problems
Problem areas named in the 132 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 37 |
| Electrical System | 23 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 20 |
| Unknown Or Other | 18 |
| Power Train | 17 |
| Steering | 12 |
| Structure | 10 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 8 |
| Air Bags | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 6 |
What owners report
The Starting Current Limiter Recall (NHTSA Campaign 16V831000 / 17V114000): If your E-Class failed to start or struggled to crank initially, a defective starting current limiter can severely overheat the electrical lines to the starter, causing nearby components-including the battery assembly and main wiringâto melt and smoke. The above is exactly what happened. I was sitting at a red light and the car shut off and I tried to start it again and smoke started coming out of the right air vent in front of the battery. The wires to the battery were destroyed and part of the battery was melted. This is a certified pre-owned 2017 Mercedes E-300 4-matic. I just had the 100k mile maintenance done
My vehicle has about 68k miles, while driving on freeway all of sudden the car engine started to shake and check engine light came on dashboard. This engine shaking would stop when vehicle was being driven at high speed. Upon returning home I checked the DTC codes and had P300, P301 engine misfire codes. My mechanic suggested to have spark plugs and Ignition coil#1 to be changed. I bought new plugs from dealer for the replacement. When my mechanic completed this repair bit noticed vehicle still had misfire. He conducted compression test and found only 20PSI pressure is cylinder 1 and suggested a tear-down or engine replacement. I talked to another shop and described the issue and was informe
Sunroof glass shattered water got in the car
There is a recall on my year model 2017 Mercedes E3 hundred 4matic for the steering column shift module, but Iâm 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.
Code P052E after oil changed. seems to happen often judging my forums.
2017 Mercedes-Benz E 300 questions
Does the 2017 Mercedes-Benz E 300 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 16 safety recalls for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz E 300: Emergency call system may be disabled, delaying crash help; Crash Alert May Send Responders to Wrong Location; Seat Belt Warning May Not Sound or Blink When Unbuckled; Headlights Could Be Knocked Out of Aim, Reducing Road Lighting; Headlights May Not Light the Road Well, Raising Crash Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Mercedes-Benz E 300?
Based on 132 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (37), Electrical System (23), Fuel/Propulsion System (20).
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 Mercedes-Benz E 300 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.