2014 Mercedes-Benz E350 steering problems
27 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the steering on the 2014 Mercedes-Benz E350 — 10% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“While braking from highway speeds or any other speed, the vehicle becomes unstable and pulls to the left, making it difficult to maintain control. During hard braking, the vehicle does not track straight and requires steering correction to remain in its lane, creating a significant safety hazard…”
filed Jul 21, 2026
“The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, and occasionally while starting the vehicle, the steering wheel seized, and the message “Power Steering Malfunction” was displayed. The dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed…”
filed Dec 1, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Affected vehicles use an electric power steering system that may have improperly soldered…Campaign 16V899000 · Dec 14, 2016
Steering problems in other E350 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 E350 | 5 | 10% |
| 2015 E350 | 5 | 16% |
| 2013 E350 | 10 | 6% |
| 2012 E350 | 8 | 4% |
| 2011 E350 | 11 | 5% |
| 2010 E350 | 7 | 4% |
| 2009 E350 | 1 | 2% |
| 2008 E350 | 4 | 2% |
| 2007 E350 | 3 | 1% |
| 2006 E350 | 6 | 2% |
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.