Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2025 Mercedes-Benz E350. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Blank Instrument Panel Display
- Summary
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2024-2026 AMG GT, C-Class, E-Class, SL, CLE, and GLC vehicles. The infotainment control unit may reset while the vehicle is in motion and cause the instrument panel display to go blank.
- Consequence
- An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer and warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the infotainment control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 29, 2026. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2026050004. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 8, 2026.
Rear Axle Carrier May Fail
- Summary
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2025 E 350, E 350 4MATIC, E 450 4MATIC, and E450 4MATIC station wagon vehicles. The camber strut bracket may have been improperly welded onto the rear axle carrier, possibly resulting in separation of the bracket from the rear axle carrier.
- Consequence
- Rear axle carrier failure can cause a sudden loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy has been performed. Dealers will replace the rear axle carrier, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 22, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024120015.
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Owner complaints (2)
2 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 1 | 50% |
| Engine | 1 | 50% |
| Unknown or other | 1 | 50% |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 50% |
How 2025 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 28 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,950
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 316 g/mi
- EPA class
- Midsize Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 28 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 | 25 / 33 / 28 | $2,950 | 316 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2025 E350 for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2025 Mercedes-Benz E350 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2025 Mercedes-Benz E350 have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 26V281000 (electrical), 24V941000 (power train). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2025 Mercedes-Benz E350 problems?
Owners filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (1), Engine (1), Unknown or other (1) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2025 Mercedes-Benz E350 get?
EPA rates the 2 L 4-cyl · 9-speed automatic version at 25 city, 33 highway and 28 combined mpg.
How does the 2025 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 2025 drew 2. 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.