CarRecallWatchThe 2020 Mercedes-Benz E 450 has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Back Over Prevention (4 reports).
2020 Mercedes-Benz E 450 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.
Rear seatback latch may fail in a crash, raising injury risk
The left-rear seatback latch on certain vehicles may not be strong enough to withstand some loads.
Front Seatbelt May Be Damaged, Weakening Crash Protection
The front left seatbelt on certain 2020 E450 Coupe vehicles may have been installed improperly.
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 450 problems
Problem areas named in the 9 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Back Over Prevention | 4 |
| Structure | 2 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz E-450. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed and there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. The dealer was contacted by phone and made aware of the failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the failure was confirmed and was associated with an unrepaired recall. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V216000 (Power Train); however, the part was not yet available. The manufacturer was contacted by phone and made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 68,000.
Rear glass window on convertible soft top is prematurely separating/delaminating from top assembly on 2020 Mercedes-Benz E350 convertible with under 8,000 miles. Glass is integrated into the convertible top and failure may lead to reduced rear visibility, possible glass detachment, water intrusion, and safety hazard while driving. This appears premature and inconsistent with expected vehicle life.
The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz E-450. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rearview camera became inoperative. The contact stated that the rearview camera image was frozen. The contact also expressed concerns that the emblem located on the rear of the vehicle was intermittently blocking the rearview image. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 48,000.
The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz E450. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera image failed to display. An image indicating that the rearview camera was inoperable was displayed on the infotainment system screen. The local dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the manufacturer was in the process of issuing a related recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not under recall. The manufacturer transferred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 34,000.
The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz E450. The contact stated that while shifted into reverse, the back over prevention camera displayed the rear view of the vehicle for approximately 10-seconds before going black. The back over prevention camera remained open despite failing to display an image of the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle had been taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 22V232000 (Back Over Prevention) however, the VIN was not included. The back over prevention camera was replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 48,000.
2020 Mercedes-Benz E 450 questions
Does the 2020 Mercedes-Benz E 450 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2020 Mercedes-Benz E 450: 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; Rear seatback latch may fail in a crash, raising injury risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Mercedes-Benz E 450?
Based on 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Back Over Prevention (4), Structure (2), Latches/Locks/Linkages (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2020 Mercedes-Benz E 450 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.