CarRecallWatchThe 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 350 has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 164 complaints with NHTSA, including 15 crashes, 4 fires, 13 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (47 reports).
2013 Mercedes-Benz E 350 recalls
Wrong front passenger airbag may not deploy properly in a crash
Some Mercedes-Benz vehicles may have had an incorrect front passenger airbag installed during a previous repair.
Emergency call system may send wrong date, time, or location
A software fault in the emergency call system (eCall) can cause the date and time recorded for the system to differ from the actual date and time.
Passenger airbag may explode, sending metal shards into occupants
Certain Mercedes-Benz vehicles have a passenger-side frontal airbag inflator that can rupture when the airbag deploys in a crash.
Driver Airbag May Deploy Unexpectedly, Raising Injury Risk
The driver's front airbag may deploy without warning because the steering components may not be properly grounded.
Airbag May Not Deploy Properly in a Crash
Some control units in these Mercedes-Benz vehicles may have been updated with incorrect software.
Loose Hood Seal Can Fall Into Engine, Risking Fire
A rubber seal at the rear of the engine bay can temporarily stick to the hood when it is opened, then fall into the engine compartment when the hood is closed.
Most common 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 350 problems
Problem areas named in the 164 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 47 |
| Service Brakes | 30 |
| Structure | 18 |
| Unknown Or Other | 16 |
| Engine | 15 |
| Suspension | 13 |
| Electrical System | 12 |
| Steering | 10 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 |
| Wheels | 8 |
What owners report
The rear brake line corroded and developed an actual brake-fluid leak. The failure triggered a brake-system warning and created a risk of reduced braking capability or loss of braking if the leak worsened. The problem was confirmed by an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealership, which diagnosed corrosion of the brake line and recommended replacement. The dealer provided a repair estimate and later reduced the repair cost through a goodwill review coordinated with Mercedes-Benz USA. This was not simply surface rust discovered during routine maintenance. The corrosion progressed to the point of an active hydraulic brake-fluid leak. The vehicle had approximately 79,349 miles at the time of the fa
The contact owns a 2013 Mercedes-Benz E350. While the contactâs wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal became inoperable. The contact stated that the steel brake lines were rusted. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 49,000.
I experienced rapid, severe tire wear due to a severely corroded rear subframe. Because the structural damage posed an immediate safety hazard, I had the subframe replaced at an independent shop using a brand-new, genuine OEM Mercedes-Benz subframe ordered directly from a dealer parts department. I requested reimbursement under Service Bulletin MC-10233796-0001 (20-Year Rear Subframe Extended Warranty Program) and argued that the repair qualifies because genuine OEM parts were installed, the severe corrosion presented an emergency safety risk, and the $2,000 cost was reasonable. I provided an itemized repair invoice, proof of payment, and subframe rust/alignment failure documentation in my
Last April, during our routine oil change our mechanic pointed out that our Cam sensors were wicking oil into the harness and making its way to the ECM. This is the first we had ever heard of this issue and the repair was $2400 or so. After researching the problem we wrote to MB USA and never got any response until we filed a lawsuit in sessions court. Turns out we cant do that locally. Mercedes has never contacted us since we registered the car in 2016 and never even acknowledged us until after we filed the attempt to collect the cost of repair. THE problem is endemic and well known. MB put a poorly designed part on their 270 engines and it could have had a worse outcome had the ECM f
1: The accelerator was sticking and i could not get the car to stop even when i was pressing on the brakes . Unfortunately, due to this scary event i hit the car in front of me injuring the the gentleman. the vehicle has not been inspected by the insurance as it was a total loss withn damages more than 14k
2013 Mercedes-Benz E 350 questions
Does the 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 350 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 350: Wrong front passenger airbag may not deploy properly in a crash; Emergency call system may send wrong date, time, or location; Passenger airbag may explode, sending metal shards into occupants; Driver Airbag May Deploy Unexpectedly, Raising Injury Risk; Airbag May Not Deploy Properly in a Crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 350?
Based on 164 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (47), Service Brakes (30), Structure (18).
How do I check if a recall on my 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 350 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.