CarRecallWatchThe 2010 Mercedes-Benz E550 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 68 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (30 reports).
2010 Mercedes-Benz E550 recalls
Passenger Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator can rupture because its propellant degrades over time after long exposure to high humidity, heat and temperature swings.
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 Inflator May Rupture, Sending Metal Fragments
The driver's frontal airbag inflator can fail when the airbag deploys.
Most common 2010 Mercedes-Benz E550 problems
Problem areas named in the 68 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 30 |
| Suspension | 27 |
| Structure | 4 |
| Unknown Or Other | 4 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Visibility | 2 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 1 |
| Traction Control System | 1 |
What owners report
UNKNOWN. I was vacuuming the car and it went dark. Then in the instrument cluster was a PRE-safe warning light, then a PRE-Safe functionality message. Then the car would not start or crank nothing. The car wakes up when I put the key in and after a few seconds goes dark. I saw a recall campaign number 22V-168 and 2022040003. Cannot get help. Vehicle is available for inspection but cannot drive it. I was not even driving the car it was parked. Trying to get manufacturer to check the recall same symptoms. no one has check on it. Tried to get VMI but cannot release to me since I purchased it in 2023. I get no open recalls, from manufacture. I got 6 from NHTSA and 2 from Customer Service recall
THE MANUFACTURER REFUSES TO PROVIDE ME WITH THE MAIN FUSE BOX CHART.
There is an ongoing issue with the front and rear air shocks. They don't inflate properly. Sometimes they inflate and sometimes they don't. This is a risk because my suspension system is not stable. The problem has been confirmed by Astorg Mercedes-Benz. Yes, the problem has been inspected by an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealership. There was no indication beit warning lamps, messages, etc., before the issue happened.
The subframe on the back of the car starts to rust and potentially just breaks without warning which can cause loss of control of vehicle. This is an ongoing issue for all w212 Mercedes models.
Rear control arm attachment to subframe snapped off at the weld during breaking
2010 Mercedes-Benz E550 questions
Does the 2010 Mercedes-Benz E550 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2010 Mercedes-Benz E550: Passenger Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments; Passenger airbag may explode, sending metal shards into occupants; Driver Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Sending Metal Fragments. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Mercedes-Benz E550?
Based on 68 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (30), Suspension (27), Structure (4).
How do I check if a recall on my 2010 Mercedes-Benz E550 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.