Recalls (3)
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz E350. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Fuel Pump Shutdown May Cause Loss of Drive Power
- Summary
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2024 GLE, GLS, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, GLC, CLS, AMG GT, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, causing a loss of drive power.
- Consequence
- A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on February 23, 2024, April 19, 2024, June 28, 2024, August 9, 2024, October 1, 2024, and December 2, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 23V-445.
Software Error in Exit Warning System
- Summary
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023 E450, E350, AMG E63 S, AMG E53, CLS450, AMG GT53, and AMG GT43 vehicles. Due to a software error, the exit warning system audio and visual warnings may fail to alert occupants about approaching vehicles.
- Consequence
- Failure to alert occupants of an approaching vehicle can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the exit warning system software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023080005.
Loss of Drive Power from Fuel Pump Shutdown
- Summary
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS, SL, GT, GLC, GLE, GLS, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, which can result in a loss of drive power.
- Consequence
- A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 14, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023070012.
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Owner complaints (6)
6 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The unknown or other is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 3 | 50% |
| Electrical system | 1 | 16.7% |
| Service brakes | 1 | 16.7% |
| Tires | 1 | 16.7% |
How 2023 compares with other E350 years
Best and worst E350 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 31 | 6 |
| 2016 | 51 | 5 |
| 2017 | 7 | 0 |
| 2020 | 8 | 6 |
| 2021 | 13 | 12 |
| 2022 | 8 | 3 |
| 2023 | 6 | 3 |
| 2024 | 5 | 4 |
| 2025 | 2 | 2 |
| 2026 | 1 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 26 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,150
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 342 g/mi
- EPA class
- Midsize Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 26 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 L 4-cyl · 9-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 23 / 31 / 26 | $3,150 | 342 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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Where to next
2023 Mercedes-Benz E350 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2023 Mercedes-Benz E350 have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns: 23V880000 (fuel pump), 23V574000 (electrical), 23V445000 (fuel pump). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2023 Mercedes-Benz E350 problems?
Owners filed 6 complaints with NHTSA. Unknown or other (3), Electrical system (1), Service brakes (1) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2023 Mercedes-Benz E350 get?
EPA rates the 2 L 4-cyl · 9-speed automatic version at 23 city, 31 highway and 26 combined mpg.
How does the 2023 E350 compare with other years?
Among the 2015–2021 Mercedes-Benz E350 model years at least five years old, the 2017 drew the fewest complaints (7) and the 2016 the most (51). The 2023 drew 6. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.