Model year
2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
NHTSA does not list the EPA model name E-Class for 2026. Under the matched names AMG E 53 4MATIC+, AMG E 53 4MATIC+ WAGON, E 350, E 350 4MATIC, E 450 4MATIC, and E 450 4MATIC ALL-TERRAIN, NHTSA lists 1 recall and 6 complaints (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints for E 350 4MATIC are ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (2), AIR BAGS (1), AIR BAGS:SRS MALFUNCTION WARNING LAMP/LIGHT (1). NHTSA lists crash-test variants for this model year and marks the overall rating Not Rated. EPA rates it 22–28 mpg combined and 56–59 kWh/100 mi depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $2,950–$3,750, 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 2026. 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 E 53 4MATIC+ | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| AMG E 53 4MATIC+ WAGON | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| E 350 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| E 350 4MATIC | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| E 450 4MATIC | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| E 450 4MATIC ALL-TERRAIN | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Recalls for E 350 4MATIC
26V281000 · May 1, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
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.
Complaints for E 350 4MATIC
4 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 350 4MATIC
No investigations are matched to this name.
Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 DR N/A AWD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
| 4 DR N/A RWD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
| PHEV 4 DR PHEV RWD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
| WAGON PHEV SW PHEV AWD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
| WAGON SW N/A AWD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E350 · 2L · Automatic 9-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline · Hybrid | 25 | 33 | 28 | — | — | $2,950 |
| E450 4matic · 3L · Automatic 9-spd · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline · Hybrid | 22 | 31 | 25 | — | — | $3,300 |
| E350 4matic · 2L · Automatic 9-spd · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline · Hybrid | 24 | 33 | 27 | — | — | $3,050 |
| E450 4matic All-Terrain (wagon) · 3L · Automatic 9-spd · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline · Hybrid | 22 | 31 | 25 | — | — | $3,300 |
| AMG E53 Hybrid 4matic Plus · 3L · Automatic 9-spd · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline · Plug-in Hybrid | 22 | 27 | 24 | 56.0 | 420 | $3,400 |
| AMG E53 Hybrid 4matic Plus (station wagon) · 3L · Automatic 9-spd · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline · Plug-in Hybrid | 21 | 25 | 22 | 59.0 | 400 | $3,750 |
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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 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class at NHTSA. Complaint narratives stay on NHTSA's site and are not copied here.