Model year
2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
NHTSA does not list the EPA model name E-Class for 2009. Under the matched names AMG E53, AMG E63, E, E300, E320, E350, E500, and E550, NHTSA lists 4 recalls and 85 complaints (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints for E350 are FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (27), AIR BAGS (6), ENGINE (5). NHTSA star ratings from before model year 2011 use an older method and are not shown here. EPA rates it 15–26 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $3,700–$5,500, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2000 34 complaints
- 2001 15 complaints
- 2002 8 complaints
- 2003 45 complaints
- 2004 15 complaints
- 2005 9 complaints
- 2006 10 complaints
- 2007 436 complaints
- 2008 5 complaints
- 2009 85 complaints
- 2010 258 complaints
- 2011 296 complaints
- 2012 235 complaints
- 2013 188 complaints
- 2014 304 complaints
- 2015 57 complaints
- 2016 89 complaints
- 2017 167 complaints
- 2018 71 complaints
- 2019 59 complaints
- 2020 24 complaints
- 2021 25 complaints
- 2022 23 complaints
- 2023 24 complaints
- 2024 12 complaints
- 2025 10 complaints
- 2026 6 complaints
- 2027 0 complaints
Matched NHTSA names
The EPA model name is not itself a name in the NHTSA file for 2009. The counts in the answer are the sum of the names below. Overlap between those names is not removed.
| NHTSA name | Recalls | Complaints | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMG E53 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| AMG E63 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
| E | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| E300 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| E320 | 3 | 8 | 0 |
| E350 | 4 | 64 | 0 |
| E500 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| E550 | 3 | 4 | 0 |
Recalls for E350
24V874000 · Nov 19, 2024
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, and CLS vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The glass sunroof panel may not be properly secured and can detach.
22V954000 · Dec 23, 2022
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, and CLS vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The glass sunroof panel may not be properly secured and may detach.
19V918000 · Dec 20, 2019
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 vehicles. The bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame may deteriorate, possibly resulting in the glass panel detaching from the vehicle. For a full list of the affected models visit…
12V264000 · Jun 12, 2012
SUSPENSION:REAR
MERCEDES-BENZ IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007-2009 E350 4MATIC WAGON VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 1, 2006, THROUGH APRIL 30, 2009. A CONNECTING ROD FOR THE LOAD LEVELING REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM MAY FAIL.
Complaints for E350
64 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 2, fire flag on 4, injury field 5, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations for E350
No investigations are matched to this name.
Safety ratings
NHTSA star ratings from before model year 2011 use an older method and are not shown here.
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E320 Bluetec · 3L · Automatic 7-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Diesel · Diesel | 23 | 32 | 26 | — | — | $3,700 |
| E350 · 3.5L · Automatic 7-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 17 | 24 | 19 | — | — | $4,350 |
| E350 4matic · 3.5L · Automatic 5-spd · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 16 | 22 | 18 | — | — | $4,550 |
| E550 · 5.5L · Automatic 7-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 15 | 22 | 17 | — | — | $4,850 |
| E550 4matic · 5.5L · Automatic 5-spd · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 13 | 19 | 16 | — | — | $5,150 |
| E63 AMG · 6.2L · Automatic (S7) · Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 13 | 20 | 15 | — | — | $5,500 |
| E350 4matic (wagon) · 3.5L · Automatic 5-spd · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 16 | 21 | 18 | — | — | $4,550 |
| E63 AMG (wagon) · 6.2L · Automatic (S7) · Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 13 | 18 | 15 | — | — | $5,500 |
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Check a vehicle
This page is not a VIN lookup. NHTSA's recall tool checks a specific vehicle: nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's page for this model year is 2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class at NHTSA. Complaint narratives stay on NHTSA's site and are not copied here.