2015 Mercedes-Benz E350 vs 2016 Mercedes-Benz E350
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2015 Mercedes-Benz E350 | 2016 Mercedes-Benz E350 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 31 | 51 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 123 | 121 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–23 | 23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 39,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz E350 | Mercedes-Benz E350 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 5 | 9 |
| Structure | 4 | 7 |
| Steering | 5 | 5 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 3 |
| Engine | 2 | 5 |
| Power Train | 1 | 5 |
| Wheels | 3 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 0 |
2015 Mercedes-Benz E350
2016 Mercedes-Benz E350
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.