2013 Mercedes-Benz E350 suspension problems
13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the suspension on the 2013 Mercedes-Benz E350 — 8% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“There was already a recall for my rear subframe that I am now getting done due to rust corroding the metal structure. However, upon the dealers inspection the corrosion is also present on the rear brake lines which cause a safety concern and are charging $4000 to replace the brake lines aside from…”
filed Feb 25, 2025
“1. brake lines corroded and broke. i see there were numerous reports sent to you and nothing was done. 2. both driver and passenger seat broke in the same spot...mercedes recognized the issue in their internal bulletins. nothing was done 3. both rear springs broke on their own. no accident. car was…”
filed Dec 18, 2024
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Complaint Potential corrosion on the rear axle carrier Cause Due to market-specific conditions such as moisture, ingress of dirt and/or environmental influences, corrosion can occur on the rear axle carrier Remedy In…
LI35.10-P-078931 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued May 13, 2026
Suspension problems in other E350 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 E350 | 1 | 2% |
| 2015 E350 | 2 | 6% |
| 2014 E350 | 30 | 11% |
| 2012 E350 | 14 | 7% |
| 2011 E350 | 17 | 8% |
| 2010 E350 | 17 | 9% |
| 2009 E350 | 3 | 5% |
| 2008 E350 | 5 | 3% |
| 2007 E350 | 9 | 3% |
| 2006 E350 | 4 | 1% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2013 Mercedes-Benz E350
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.