2016 Mercedes-Benz E350: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2016 Mercedes-Benz E350: 5 recalls, 51 owner complaints and up to 23 mpg combined.
Recalls
5 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #15V505000 · 2015 · 209 vehicles
What's wrong: The integral steel cable that secures the rubber seal to the bulkhead might have been damaged due to the supplier rework of the rubber seal. In the event the rubber seal is not properly secured around the engine compartment, it is possible for the rubber seal to temporarily stick to the hood when it is opened and then May fall into the engine bay when the hood is closed.
Why it matters: If the rubber seal falls into the engine compartment, it May contact parts of the engine or exhaust system, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rubber seal, in the engine compartment, free of charge. The recall began on September 2, 2015. Mbusa's number is 2015080001.
Steering Vehicle recall #16V899000 · 2016 · 70 vehicles
What's wrong: Mercedes-benz USA, LLC. (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 sl550, 2013-2014 sl63 amg, 2014-2016 e350, 2014 e350 cabriolet, e350 coupe, 2014-2015 s550, 2015 e350 bluetec, 2015-2016 e400, 2016 e550 coupe, and maybach s600 vehicles manufactured August 23, 2012, to August 14, 2015. The affected vehicles use an electric power steering system that May have improperly soldered contacts inside the control…
Why it matters: If the control unit pins lose connection, there would be a loss of electric power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash. The increase in pin contact resistance can also increase the risk of a fire, even while the vehicle is parked and ignition is off.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric power steering control unit, free of charge. The recall began October 13, 2017.
Electrical, Airbags Vehicle recall #17V177000 · 2017 · 51 vehicles
What's wrong: Various control units on these vehicles May have been updated with incorrect software, potentially affecting the correct deployment of the air bags in the event of a crash.
Why it matters: If the air bags do not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, there would be an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will update software in the affected control units, free of charge. The recall began April 21, 2017.
Airbags Vehicle recall #17V627000 · 2017 · 495,290 vehicles
What's wrong: Mercedes-benz USA, LLC. (mbusa) is recalling these vehicles: 2014-2018 cla250, cla250 4matic, cla45 amg 4matic, 2015-2018 gla250, gla250 4matic, gla45 amg 4matic, c300 4matic, c63s amg, 2012-2014 c250, c350, c300 4matic, e550 4matic, 2013-2014 c63 amg, 2012-2015 c250 coupe, c350 coupe, c63 amg coupe, 2013-2015 c350 4matic coupe, glk250 4matic bluetec, glk350, glk350 4matic, 2016-2017 c350e, c43 amg, 2015 c400…
Why it matters: If the driver air bag inadvertently deploys, it can increase the risk of injury and a crash.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will add sufficient grounding to the steering components, free of charge. The recall began in December 6, 2017.
Communication Vehicle recall #19V787000 · 2019 · 24,226 vehicles
What's wrong: Mercedes-benz USA, LLC. (mbusa) is recalling certain 2013-2017 vehicles due to a software fault that May cause the date and time for the emergency call system (ecall) to differ from the actual date and time, potentially relaying an inaccurate vehicle location. For a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.NHTSA.gov/odi/rcl/2019/rmisc-19v787-4620.pdf
Why it matters: An inaccurate vehicle location May delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Mbusa has initiated an over the air (ota) remote update. Mbusa will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful ota or update the communication module software as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2019.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 4 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (9): the most common themes are electrical failure (4), warning light on (3).
- Other / unknown (7): the most common themes are noise or vibration (2).
- Body & structure (7): the most common themes are rust / corrosion (3), noise or vibration (2), leaks (2).
- Airbags (6): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz E350 has 51 owner complaints, ranking #10 of 15 E350 model years for complaints (well below the 145 average). Complaints peaked in 2021 (8 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 38,211 miles. Neighboring years: 2015 (31 complaints, 6 recalls), 2017 (7 complaints, 0 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 | 29 | 23 | Premium or E85 |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 | 28 | 23 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2016 Mercedes-Benz E350 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 vehicle recalls for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz E350. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2016 Mercedes-Benz E350 problems?
Owners have filed 51 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (9), other / unknown (7), body & structure (7).
What gas mileage does the 2016 Mercedes-Benz E350 get?
EPA ratings run up to 23 mpg combined (3.5 L, Automatic 7-spd), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2016 Mercedes-Benz E350 repair manual?
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