CarRecallWatchThe 2020 Mercedes-Benz E 350 has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire, 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (3 reports).
2020 Mercedes-Benz E 350 recalls
Emergency call system may fail to connect in a crash
A software error in the communication module's SIM card can cause a mobile network connection failure.
Rearview camera may show no image, raising crash risk
The rearview camera may fail to display the rear view because of a software error.
Fuel leak could cause engine fire
Particles may have been trapped between the fuel rail and the fuel injectors during manufacturing, which can cause fuel to leak from the fuel system.
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.
Loose Turbo Oil Lines Can Leak and Cause Fire
Some turbocharged four-cylinder engines may have turbocharger oil feed and return line screws that were not properly tightened.
Emergency Call Module May Send Wrong Vehicle Location
A circuit inside the Emergency Call System (eCall) communication module may be damaged, which could cause the system to relay an inaccurate vehicle location in an emergency.
Most common 2020 Mercedes-Benz E 350 problems
Problem areas named in the 8 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 3 |
| Engine | 3 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Visibility | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
What owners report
The AC compressor failed in traffic causing the engine to lock up and not restart.
Over the last couple of days, my car has displayed the "Engine Warning" message intermittently. I took this to the dealership for inspection and received the following fault code: P06DA00 - Inoperative Oil Pump Valve. For a car with low mileage, this could potentially be a car issue. The estimated total cost for labor and parts is over $5k. I think there are more cars affected.
The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact detected an abnormally strong fuel odor inside the vehicle. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the dealer, who determined that the fuel injector in cylinder #3 needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V961000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 37,000.
There was smoke coming from from the engine compartment and spontaneous fire started while the car was at a stop light. The car was totally damaged. The car has less than 15000 miles driven. It is still under warranty. Information was sent to Mercedes-Benz USA with a certified mail and immediately via email from the dealership. Also was reported where the vehicle was stored if they wanted to investigate the engine. Benz USA just wanted me to fill out their standard report form. The towing company also told me that they had to tow another Benz not long ago from engine fire.
The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated while his wife was driving and stopped at a traffic signal, the gasoline saving START/STOP feature turned off the vehicle however, upon depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to restart. The contact stated that the failure caused the vehicle to roll into the intersection at approximately 3 MPH. The contact's wife was able to stop the vehicle and shift into park(P). The contact stated that his wife was able to restart the vehicle. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the failure had occurred twice. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and
2020 Mercedes-Benz E 350 questions
Does the 2020 Mercedes-Benz E 350 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2020 Mercedes-Benz E 350: Emergency call system may fail to connect in a crash; Rearview camera may show no image, raising crash risk; Fuel leak could cause engine fire; Crash Alert May Send Responders to Wrong Location; Loose Turbo Oil Lines Can Leak and Cause Fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Mercedes-Benz E 350?
Based on 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (3), Engine (3), Electrical System (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2020 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.