CarRecallWatchThe 2016 Mercedes-Benz E 350 has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 51 complaints with NHTSA, including 5 crashes, 1 fire, 4 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (9 reports).
2016 Mercedes-Benz E 350 recalls
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.
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.
Steering assist may cut out; fire risk when parked
A steering control unit in these vehicles may have improperly soldered contacts that can lose connection.
Loose Engine Seal Can Fall Into Engine Bay, Causing Fire Risk
A rubber seal around the engine compartment may not be properly secured because a steel cable that holds it to the bulkhead could have been damaged during supplier rework.
Most common 2016 Mercedes-Benz E 350 problems
Problem areas named in the 51 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 9 |
| Unknown Or Other | 7 |
| Structure | 7 |
| Air Bags | 6 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 |
| Power Train | 5 |
| Steering | 5 |
| Engine | 5 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 4 |
| Service Brakes | 3 |
What owners report
The rear subframe is defective and subject to premature corrosion and failure of parts that connect to the rear suspension. Due to the fracturing of the joints connecting to the suspension, my car was at risk of going out of control when needing to brake at higher speeds. The way the suspension component broke also risked damage to the gas tank if the car was driven over a large bump or pot hole. The problem was diagnosed by an independent repair service. The corrosion is not visible to an owner. It does not impact any body panels - only structural parts visible when the vehicle is on a lift. Mercedes Benz has provided an extended warranty for unlimited miles and 20 years to any own
Passenger seat capacity sensor fault. Will not activate passenger side air bag. Checked with obd scanner
Fuel odor is very apparent (while idle) but difficult to identify location. Same models seem to have recalls for fuel injectors/rails but not this specific VIN. I believe the issue might be of similar recall. I will have the car diagnosed soon.
The contact owns a 2016 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that water was leaking inside the vehicle through the seal around the windshield. The contact stated that upon manually pushing the windshield, the windshield was movable. Additionally, the contact stated that there was a windy sound coming through the windshield while driving. The vehicle was taken to Dunaway Glass Repair Company, where the windshield was being replaced. The vehicle was being repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not under recall. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for the VIN to be added to a recall for potential reimbursement. T
Since May 2024, I had taken my car in for repairs at 3 different shops for same exact issue diagnosed as leak from air intake system. It has been repaired 7 times since it first occurred in May 2024, and unfortunately it is still not resolved. This is a potential danger to the driver because all of a sudden there will be loud noise from the engine, car will start misfiring and slow down the speed. The previous 3 attempts of repair were made at Mercedes Benz of West Covina. The car is non drivable at the moment.
2016 Mercedes-Benz E 350 questions
Does the 2016 Mercedes-Benz E 350 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz E 350: Emergency call system may send wrong date, time, or location; Driver Airbag May Deploy Unexpectedly, Raising Injury Risk; Airbag May Not Deploy Properly in a Crash; Steering assist may cut out; fire risk when parked; Loose Engine Seal Can Fall Into Engine Bay, Causing Fire Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Mercedes-Benz E 350?
Based on 51 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (9), Unknown Or Other (7), Structure (7).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 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.