CarRecallWatchThe 2018 Mercedes-Benz E 300 has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 32 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (9 reports).
2018 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.
Seat Belt May Not Tighten in a Crash
Front seat belts that are properly fastened may be wrongly detected as unbuckled.
Steering May Lock in One Position, Raising Crash Risk
A locknut in the steering rack may break under high load, which could cause the steering to become stuck in one position.
Battery Cable Cover May Short Circuit in a Crash, Risking Fire
On certain 2018 Mercedes-Benz C 300 and E 300 vehicles, the cover for the starter battery may not fully cover the live positive electrical wire.
Passenger airbag may not turn off with child seat
On certain 2018 and 2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class and CLS vehicles, the Occupant Classification System, which detects whether a seat is occupied and whether a child seat is installed, may not be properly calibrated.
Most common 2018 Mercedes-Benz E 300 problems
Problem areas named in the 32 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 9 |
| Electrical System | 7 |
| Unknown Or Other | 6 |
| Power Train | 5 |
| Steering | 4 |
| Structure | 2 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 |
| Wheels | 2 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
What owners report
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 with the issue he was experiencing but was informed by the dealer that it was a separate issue. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. the approximate failure mileage was 112,000.
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft KNOWN DEFECT rendering the car unusable at only 100K miles.
The contact owned a 2018 Mercedes-Benz E300. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH, another vehicle leaving the parking lot pulled in front of the contact's vehicle, and the contact's vehicle crashed into the side of the other vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact's face and chest hit the steering wheel. The contact sustained soreness on the face, and from the shoulders down to the lower back and legs. The contact was currently dragging one leg while walking. The contact had received dental and medical assistance. Additionally, the contact underwent an MRI. The contact was informed that the third and fourth vertebrae were damaged. The vehicle was towed and totaled. A pol
The car did not give any warning before this issue came about. A matter of fact when I took it to the mechanic they were unable to do a diagnostic test because there were no error messages and check engine light never came on. After taking it to the dealership they were able to check the history and saw that the error code P061b00 shows that the clutch position switch module needs to be replaced. While driving in traffic the car went into N (neutral) and wouldnât not go back in D (drive). It took several minutes of me trying to change gears but it eventually went into P (park). The vehicle is unable to change gears sometimes and this is unsettling because the safety of myself, my children
Sunroof shattered.
2018 Mercedes-Benz E 300 questions
Does the 2018 Mercedes-Benz E 300 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2018 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; Seat Belt May Not Tighten in a Crash; Steering May Lock in One Position, Raising Crash Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Mercedes-Benz E 300?
Based on 32 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (9), Electrical System (7), Unknown Or Other (6).
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 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.