2014 Mercedes-Benz E350 power train problems
15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 2014 Mercedes-Benz E350 — 5% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated while driving approximately 50 MPH, the rear axle frame cracked, and the contact felt as if the vehicle was going to flip over. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was determined that the rear axle frame was…”
filed Jul 9, 2024
“The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that while attempting to accelerate, the vehicle was shaking abnormally. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and determined that the transfer case…”
filed Feb 26, 2024
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). The noise is heard once in each instance when changing direction of travel. Note: Sound file in attachment Cause…
LI35.30-P-058566 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 14, 2026
Power Train problems in other E350 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 E350 | 5 | 10% |
| 2015 E350 | 1 | 3% |
| 2013 E350 | 7 | 4% |
| 2012 E350 | 10 | 5% |
| 2011 E350 | 6 | 3% |
| 2010 E350 | 14 | 8% |
| 2009 E350 | 2 | 3% |
| 2008 E350 | 5 | 3% |
| 2007 E350 | 21 | 6% |
| 2006 E350 | 37 | 9% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2014 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.