2017 Mercedes-Benz E400 Recalls & Complaints

The 2017 Mercedes-Benz E400 has 7 recalls, the most serious involving the front passenger airbag inflator, which can explode and send metal fragments into the cabin, causing serious injury or death.

A separate airbag recall covers a different failure mode: the pelvis airbag or front passenger airbag inflator may not ignite in a crash, leaving occupants without that protection. Two recalls carry fire risk: a starting current limiter can overheat and melt surrounding components, and on certain coupe and convertible models, the left catalytic converter sits too close to the composite underbody panel, which can melt from the heat. On wagon variants, the rear spoiler can detach while driving and become a hazard for other vehicles. The automatic crash notification system may send emergency responders to the wrong location after a collision. Finally, the horizontal aim screws on the headlights may not be properly sealed, allowing the aim to shift and leaving the road ahead underlit at night.