2017 Mercedes-Benz E400: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2017 Mercedes-Benz E400: 8 recalls, 20 owner complaints and up to 23 mpg combined.
Recalls
8 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Body & structure Vehicle recall #16V831000 · 2016 · 799 vehicles
What's wrong: On the affected vehicles, there May be insufficient clearance between the left catalytic converter and the composite underbody panel.
Why it matters: The insufficient clearance May cause the panel to melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the underbody panel, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 2016.
Airbags Vehicle recall #17V080000 · 2017 · 2,112 vehicles
What's wrong: The pelvis air bag or the front passenger air bag inflator initiator May fail to ignite in the event of a crash.
Why it matters: If the pelvis airbag or the front passenger airbag does not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, the occupants have an increased risk of injury.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began March 2017.
Electrical, Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #17V114000 · 2017 · 307,629 vehicles
What's wrong: Mercedes-benz USA, LLC. (mbusa) is recalling certain 2015-2017 c300 4matic, c300, cla250, cla250 4matic and cla45 amg vehicles, 2017 c300 4matic cabrio, c300 4matic coupe, c300 cabrio, c300 coupe, e300, e300 4matic, e400 4matic wagon, e43 amg 4matic, gla250, gla250 4matic and glc300 4matic coupe vehicles and 2016 c350e and glc300 vehicles and 2016-2017 c450 4matic amg sport and glc300 4matic vehicles. In the event…
Why it matters: If the starting current limiter overheats, the surrounding components can melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional fuse in the electrical line to the starter, free of charge. The recall began August 31, 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.
Exterior lights Vehicle recall #18V271000 · 2018 · 42 vehicles
What's wrong: Mercedes-benz USA, LLC. (mbusa) is recalling certain 2017 Mercedes-Benz e300 4matic, e300, e43 amg, and e400 vehicles. The headlight horizontal adjustment screws on these vehicles May not be properly sealed behind a non-removable sealing cap to keep headlights from being readjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps,…
Why it matters: If the headlight's horizontal aim is altered, a misaimed headlight May lead to an insufficiently illuminated roadway, which May increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will retrofit the sealing caps for the headlights, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in June 2018.
Airbags Vehicle recall #19V010000 · 2019 · 288,779 vehicles
What's wrong: " additionally, mbusa is recalling certain 2012-2014 c250, e350 4matic coupe, sls amg cabrio, 2012-2015 c250 coupe, c350 4matic coupe, c350 coupe, c63 amg coupe, 2011 c300, 2011-2014 c300 4matic, c350, c63 amg, e350 cabrio, e350 coupe, sls amg coupe, 2015-2016 e400 4matic coupe, e400 cabrio, e400 coupe, 2011-2016 e550 cabrio, e550 coupe, 2011-2015 glk350 4matic, glk350 rwd, and 2013-2015 glk250 bluetec 4matic…
Why it matters: An inflator explosion May result in sharp metal fragments striking the passenger or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began March 29, 2019.
Body & structure Vehicle recall #19V676000 · 2019 · 4,765 vehicles
What's wrong: Mercedes-benz USA, LLC. (mbusa) is recalling certain 2019 e450 4matic wagon, 2017-2018 e400 4matic wagon, and 2018-2019 e63s 4matic wagon vehicles. The rear spoiler May detach.
Why it matters: If the spoiler detaches while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and correct the mounting of the spoiler, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 18, 2019.
Communication, Electrical Vehicle recall #21V058000 · 2021 · 1,292,258 vehicles
What's wrong: Please refer to the part 573 report for specific vehicle model details. The software design of the communication module May fail to communicate the correct vehicle location for the emergency call system (ecall) in the event of a crash.
Why it matters: Failure of the ecall system May result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and the communication module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (ota) update, free of charge. The recall began March 12, 2021.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 4 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Airbags (16): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Seats (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Tires (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2017 Mercedes-Benz E400 has 20 owner complaints, ranking #2 of 3 E400 model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 23). Complaints peaked in 2019 (6 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 2 years old, at a median of 3,500 miles. Neighboring years: 2016 (34 complaints, 7 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 7-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 | 29 | 23 | Premium |
| 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 7-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 20 | 28 | 23 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2017 Mercedes-Benz E400 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 8 vehicle recalls for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz E400. 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 2017 Mercedes-Benz E400 problems?
Owners have filed 20 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are airbags (16), seats (2), tires (1).
What gas mileage does the 2017 Mercedes-Benz E400 get?
EPA ratings run up to 23 mpg combined (3.0 L, Automatic 7-spd), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2017 Mercedes-Benz E400 repair manual?
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