Model year
2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
NHTSA does not list the EPA model name E-Class for 2023. Under the matched names AMG E53, AMG E63, AMG E63 S, E 350, and E 450, NHTSA lists 5 recalls and 24 complaints (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints for E 450 are ENGINE (6), POWER TRAIN (4), TIRES (4). NHTSA rated 3 variants 5 stars overall. EPA rates it 19–26 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $3,150–$4,350, 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 2023. 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 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| AMG E63 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| AMG E63 S | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| E 350 | 3 | 6 | 0 |
| E 450 | 4 | 17 | 0 |
Recalls for E 450
24V100000 · Feb 9, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 CLS450, E450, E450 All-Terrain, AMG E53, AMG GT43, AMG GT53, and 2021 AMG CLS53 vehicles. The 48-volt ground cable connection located in the engine compartment may not be tightened properly and may result in the…
23V880000 · Dec 21, 2023
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
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.
23V574000 · Aug 11, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:BLINDSPOT:SENSORS
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.
23V445000 · Jun 26, 2023
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
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.
Complaints for E 450
17 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 0, fire flag on 0, injury field 0, 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 E 450
No investigations are matched to this name.
Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 DR AWD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 · possibility 0.097 | NHTSA photo |
| 4 DR RWD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 · possibility 0.097 | NHTSA photo |
| Cabriolet C AWD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
| Cabriolet C RWD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
| Coupe 2 DR AWD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
| Coupe 2 DR RWD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
| station wagon SW AWD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 · possibility 0.097 | — |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E350 · 2L · Automatic 9-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 23 | 31 | 26 | — | — | $3,150 |
| E350 4matic · 2L · Automatic 9-spd · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 21 | 30 | 24 | — | — | $3,400 |
| E450 Coupe · 3L · Automatic 9-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline · Hybrid | 23 | 30 | 25 | — | — | $3,300 |
| E450 4matic Coupe · 3L · Automatic 9-spd · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline · Hybrid | 21 | 30 | 24 | — | — | $3,400 |
| E450 4matic Convertible · 3L · Automatic 9-spd · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline · Hybrid | 22 | 29 | 24 | — | — | $3,400 |
| E450 4matic · 3L · Automatic 9-spd · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline · Hybrid | 23 | 31 | 26 | — | — | $3,150 |
| E450 4matic All-Terrain (wagon) · 3L · Automatic 9-spd · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline · Hybrid | 21 | 28 | 24 | — | — | $3,400 |
| AMG E53 4matic Plus Coupe · 3L · Automatic 9-spd · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline · Hybrid | 20 | 28 | 23 | — | — | $3,550 |
| AMG E53 4matic Plus Convertible · 3L · Automatic 9-spd · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline · Hybrid | 20 | 27 | 23 | — | — | $3,550 |
| E450 Convertible · 3L · Automatic 9-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline · Hybrid | 22 | 29 | 25 | — | — | $3,300 |
| AMG E53 4matic Plus · 3L · Automatic 9-spd · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline · Hybrid | 21 | 29 | 24 | — | — | $3,400 |
| AMG E63 S 4matic Plus · 4L · Automatic 9-spd · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 16 | 24 | 19 | — | — | $4,350 |
1 more configurations are in the EPA file and are not listed in this table. The fuel-cost calculator lists every configuration.
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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 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class at NHTSA. Complaint narratives stay on NHTSA's site and are not copied here.