CarRecallWatchThe 2013 Mercedes-Benz E400 Hybrid has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes (1 report).
2013 Mercedes-Benz E400 Hybrid 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.
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 E400 Hybrid problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
What owners report
MY CAR WAS PARKED IN OUR GARAGE WHICH IS LEVEL. MY SON AND I GOT INTO THE CAR, AND I ATTEMPTED TO PUT THE CAR IN REVERSE TO LEAVE. AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS, THE CAR WOULD NOT GO INTO GEAR. WITH THE CAR STILL PARKED IN THE GARAGE AND WITH THE ENGINE OFF, MY SON AND I EXITED THE CAR, AND I WENT INSIDE THE HOUSE TO GET THE KEYS TO ANOTHER CAR. ABOUT 10 MINUTES LATER WHEN MY SON AND I WERE IN THE OTHER CAR (PARKED ON THE STREET) GETTING READY TO LEAVE, WE SAW MY CAR, WITH NO ONE IN THE CAR, EXIT THE GARAGE AND GO DOWN MY DRIVEWAY AND INTO THE PLANTS AND ROCKS IN MY FRONT YARD.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MERCEDES-BENZ E400 HYBRID. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, SHE DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL BUT THE BRAKES DID NOT RESPOND. THE CONTACT CONTINUED TO DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL IN ORDER TO COME TO A STOP. THE FAILURE OCCURRED FIVE DIFFERENT TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE BRAKE SENSOR WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 120.
2013 Mercedes-Benz E400 Hybrid questions
Does the 2013 Mercedes-Benz E400 Hybrid have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz E400 Hybrid: Emergency call system may send wrong date, time, or location; Loose Hood Seal Can Fall Into Engine, Risking Fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Mercedes-Benz E400 Hybrid?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes (1), Power Train (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2013 Mercedes-Benz E400 Hybrid has been fixed?
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