Mercedes-Benz Issues
The most common Mercedes-Benz problems
Problems solved during Mercedes-Benz’s recalls do not usually determine the reliability of the vehicle itself. Even the common-recalled model can be a good choice, and vice versa.
It is good to be informed, however, what problems the manufacturer has recalled most often. At least to know whether the defect was corrected by the previous owner, when buying a second-hand car. You should check your vehicle VIN with your nearest Mercedes-Benz dealer using our special page.
The most common Mercedes-Benz faults by keywords
Airbags
5. 10. 2018
Mercedes-Benz AMG GT (2017 - 2018)
IV. 2017 - VI. 2018
The calibration of the occupant classification system for the passenger seat does not work correctly ...
44
5. 10. 2018
Mercedes-Benz CLS (2017 - 2018)
IV. 2017 - VI. 2018
The calibration of the occupant classification system for the passenger seat does not work correctly ...
34
5. 10. 2018
Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2017 - 2018)
IV. 2017 - VI. 2018
The calibration of the occupant classification system for the passenger seat does not work correctly ...
228
7. 9. 2018
Mercedes-Benz V-Class / Vito (2013 - 2018)
1. 10. 2013 - 23. 4. 2018
A faulty “Passenger Airbag Off” light could lead to a faulty passenger presence detector ...
121
30. 6. 2018
Mercedes-Benz AMG GT (2018)
17. 1. 2018 - 14. 3. 2018
The casing material of the gas generator of the driver airbag may be defective. In the event that th ...
215
End of Airbags Sumary
Brakes
5. 10. 2018
Mercedes-Benz GLE (2018)
IV. 2018 - VI. 2018
The pistons on the rear axle brake calipers are inadequate. This may lead to reduced braking perform ...
50
5. 10. 2018
Mercedes-Benz GLS (2018)
IV. 2018 - VI. 2018
The pistons on the rear axle brake calipers are inadequate. This may lead to reduced braking perform ...
30
10. 8. 2018
Mercedes-Benz G 63 AMG (2017 - 2018)
XII. 2017 - IV. 2018
The brake calliper brackets on the rear axle may develop cracks and fail. This could lead to a reduc ...
181
22. 12. 2017
Mercedes-Benz G-Class (2015 - 2017)
IX. 2015 - XI. 2017
The software of the Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) could malfunction. The braking and/or stopp ...
248
20. 10. 2017
Mercedes-Benz V-Class / Vito (2017)
31. 7. 2017 - 16. 8. 2017
A section of one brake line may have a narrowed cross section. This could have an adverse effect on ...
1,080
End of Brakes Sumary
Engine
29. 9. 2018
Mercedes-Benz GLS (2016)
until VI. 2016
The sealing cap of the Active Curve System’s oil reservoir does not prevent oil from leaking o ...
50
29. 9. 2018
Mercedes-Benz GLE (2015 - 2016)
until VI. 2016
The sealing cap of the Active Curve System’s oil reservoir does not prevent oil from leaking o ...
92
29. 9. 2018
Mercedes-Benz GL (2010 - 2016)
XI. 2010 - VI. 2016
The sealing cap of the Active Curve System’s oil reservoir does not prevent oil from leaking o ...
154
28. 9. 2018
Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2018)
III. 2018
The lower engine compartment cover lacks the necessary left-hand gap for the exhaust system. As a re ...
56
28. 9. 2018
Mercedes-Benz C-Class (2018)
III. 2018
The lower engine compartment cover lacks the necessary left-hand gap for the exhaust system. As a re ...
56
End of Engine Sumary
Gearbox
23. 6. 2018
Mercedes-Benz GLE (2017)
III. 2017 - V. 2017
The connectors for the transmission oil cooler hoses may not have been correctly moulded. As a conse ...
377
End of Gearbox Sumary
Suspension
13. 7. 2018
Mercedes-Benz G-Class (2017 - 2018)
XII. 2017 - IV. 2018
The safety ring on the right-hand side shaft on the front axle may not be correctly mounted or may b ...
585
10. 5. 2017
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (2016)
14. 4. 2016 - 29. 11. 2016
A breakage in the flat spring support can cause the flat spring on the rear axle to break and result ...
449
2. 2. 2017
Mercedes-Benz R-Klasse (2014 - 2015)
IX. 2014 - III. 2015
The axle screws on the front/rear axle may not have been correctly secured which could lead to an ov ...
607
2. 2. 2017
Mercedes-Benz M-Klasse (2014 - 2015)
IX. 2014 - III. 2015
The axle screws on the front/rear axle may not have been correctly secured which could lead to an ov ...
746
2. 2. 2017
Mercedes-Benz GLE (2014 - 2015)
IX. 2014 - III. 2015
The axle screws on the front/rear axle may not have been correctly secured which could lead to an ov ...
730
End of Suspension Sumary
Steering
8. 5. 2017
Mercedes-Benz G-Class (2012 - 2017)
VI. 2012 - I. 2017
The universal joint gear may be subject to excessive wear due to insufficient torque in the screw co ...
2,466
29. 4. 2017
Mercedes-Benz GLK (2013 - 2014)
I. 2013 - X. 2014
The steering coupling might not have been screwed to the correct torque specification. As a conseque ...
481
29. 4. 2017
Mercedes-Benz C-Class (2013 - 2014)
I. 2013 - X. 2014
The steering coupling might not have been screwed to the correct torque specification. As a conseque ...
1,116
11. 3. 2017
Mercedes-Benz M-Class (2016)
I. 2016
The upper suspension arm may not have been correctly screwed to the stub axle, which could affect th ...
549
11. 3. 2017
Mercedes-Benz GLE (2016)
I. 2016
The upper suspension arm may not have been correctly screwed to the stub axle, which could affect th ...
502
End of Steering Sumary
Fuel Tank
8. 4. 2018
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter NGT (1997 - 2006)
25. 6. 1997 - 28. 9. 2006
Corrosion of the gas-pressure tank may occur. This could lead to the tank bursting.
The recall affe ...
173
11. 3. 2016
Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class (2014 - 2015)
2014 - 2015
The fuel delivery module may not be fuel tight, as a result of which fuel might leak out during trav ...
352
11. 3. 2016
Mercedes-Benz GL-Class (2014 - 2015)
2014 - 2015
The fuel delivery module may not be fuel tight, as a result of which fuel might leak out during trav ...
477
11. 3. 2016
Mercedes-Benz ML-Class (2014 - 2015)
2014 - 2015
The fuel delivery module may not be fuel tight, as a result of which fuel might leak out during trav ...
411
End of Fuel Tank Sumary
Bodywork
23. 9. 2018
Mercedes-Benz C-Class (2016 - 2017)
I. 2016 - XI. 2017
The decorative strips on the rear waist finisher have not been glued on correctly. As a consequence, ...
92
24. 8. 2018
Mercedes-Benz A-Class (2018)
19. 1. 2018 až 17. 4. 2018
The navigation software may be faulty, storing the wrong location of the vehicle. As a result, when ...
186
17. 8. 2018
Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2017 - 2018)
II. 2017 - I. 2018
The navigation software may be faulty, storing the wrong location of the vehicle. As a result, when ...
181
30. 6. 2018
Mercedes-Benz A-Class (2017 - 2018)
IX. 2017 - III. 2018
1. Certain welding points in the area of the front wheel arch may be missing. If these welding point ...
490
30. 6. 2018
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (2017)
11. 9. 2017 - 11. 10. 2017
There are missing welding points on the front side wall. This may increase the risk of injury to the ...
688
End of Bodywork Sumary
Electronic
15. 9. 2018
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (2017 - 2018)
4. 12. 2017 - 20. 6. 2018
The exit assistance system deactivates prematurely after switching off the ignition. As a consequenc ...
68
24. 8. 2018
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (2017 - 2018)
4. 12. 2017 - 28. 5. 2018
Due to a faulty software, the backlighting of the hazard warning switch may be deactivated. The swit ...
88
24. 8. 2018
Mercedes-Benz A-Class (2018)
19. 1. 2018 až 17. 4. 2018
The navigation software may be faulty, storing the wrong location of the vehicle. As a result, when ...
186
17. 8. 2018
Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2017 - 2018)
II. 2017 - I. 2018
The navigation software may be faulty, storing the wrong location of the vehicle. As a result, when ...
181
10. 8. 2018
Mercedes-Benz S-Class (2017 - 2018)
VIII. 2017 - II. 2018
On certain vehicles, the nuts to attach the conductor rails inside the fuse box in the boot may not ...
260
End of Electronic Sumary
Door Locks
16. 6. 2018
Mercedes-Benz V-Class (2018)
15. 2. 2018 - 19. 2. 2018
Components are missing from the door handles. The doors could open in the event of a side collision. ...
325
14. 4. 2017
Mercedes-Benz G-Class (2016)
VI. 2016
The cable between the inner door handle and the door lock may not be strong enough to withstand the ...
744
End of Door Locks Sumary
Stabilization
11. 3. 2016
Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class (2012 - 2014)
2012 - 2014
Incorrect software was installed in the Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) control device of the v ...
469
11. 3. 2016
Mercedes-Benz B-Class (2012 - 2014)
2012 - 2014
Incorrect software was installed in the Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) control device of the v ...
461
11. 3. 2016
Mercedes-Benz A-Class (2012 - 2014)
2012 - 2014
Incorrect software was installed in the Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) control device of the v ...
406
End of Stabilization Sumary
Seat Belts
30. 6. 2018
Mercedes-Benz A-Class (2017 - 2018)
IX. 2017 - III. 2018
1. Certain welding points in the area of the front wheel arch may be missing. If these welding point ...
490
28. 1. 2018
Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG (2016 - 2017)
17. 10. 2016 - 11. 12. 2017
The seatbelt can become stuck in the guide loop. In the event of an accident, this would reduce the ...
346
13. 1. 2018
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (2017)
28. - 29. 9. 2017
The seat belt for the centre-left seat in the rear row of seats may not lock properly on account of ...
199
3. 11. 2017
Mercedes-Benz Citan (2017)
IX. 2009
Screws to fasten the safety belt to the B and C pillars on the left-hand side of the vehicle may not ...
468
15. 9. 2017
Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2016 - 2017)
VIII. 2016 - V. 2017
The mixing ratio of the propellant for the seat-belt pre-tensioner igniters may be incorrect. In an ...
550
End of Seat Belts Sumary
Fuel
8. 4. 2018
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter NGT (1997 - 2006)
25. 6. 1997 - 28. 9. 2006
Corrosion of the gas-pressure tank may occur. This could lead to the tank bursting.
The recall affe ...
173
16. 9. 2016
Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class (2016)
jun 2016
Fuel may leak from the fuel pump. If diesel fuel leaks onto the road, it may expose other vehicles t ...
747
16. 9. 2016
Mercedes-Benz C-Class (2016)
jun 2016
Fuel may leak from the fuel pump. If diesel fuel leaks onto the road, it may expose other vehicles t ...
642
27. 5. 2016
Mercedes-Benz Vito (2014 - 2016)
VII. 2014 - III. 2016
The connection between the high-pressure pipe from the fuel rail and the high-pressure pump may loos ...
556
20. 5. 2016
Mercedes-Benz C-Class (2013 - 2016)
XII. 2013 - IV. 2016
The connection between the high-pressure pipe from the fuel rail and the high-pressure pump may loos ...
596
End of Fuel Sumary
Seats
5. 10. 2018
Mercedes-Benz AMG GT (2017 - 2018)
IV. 2017 - VI. 2018
The calibration of the occupant classification system for the passenger seat does not work correctly ...
44
5. 10. 2018
Mercedes-Benz CLS (2017 - 2018)
IV. 2017 - VI. 2018
The calibration of the occupant classification system for the passenger seat does not work correctly ...
34
5. 10. 2018
Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2017 - 2018)
IV. 2017 - VI. 2018
The calibration of the occupant classification system for the passenger seat does not work correctly ...
228
23. 9. 2018
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet (2017)
X. 2017 - XI. 2017
The ISOFIX console, anchoring the child seat to the car body, may not be adequate. As a result, the ...
35
20. 7. 2018
Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2017)
IV. 2017 - VIII. 2017
The seat-backs may not be fully secured on the right-hand side of the front seats. In the event of a ...
133
End of Seats Sumary
Headlamps
24. 8. 2018
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (2017 - 2018)
4. 12. 2017 - 28. 5. 2018
Due to a faulty software, the backlighting of the hazard warning switch may be deactivated. The swit ...
88
End of Headlamps Sumary
Tyres
End of Tyres Sumary