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2017 MERCEDES-BENZ E400 Safety Overview

The 2017 MERCEDES-BENZ E400 has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 8 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Electrical system:software
  • Structure:body
  • Air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as failure of the ecall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for MERCEDES-BENZ E400 owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2017 MERCEDES-BENZ E400 21V058000

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 - 2021 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, ...

Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.

NHTSA Recall 21V058000: Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/5/2021
2017 MERCEDES-BENZ E400 19V676000

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

If the spoiler detaches while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 19V676000: If the spoiler detaches while driving, it can become a road hazard... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 9/23/2019
2017 MERCEDES-BENZ E400 19V010000

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2014 C250, C300 4Matic, C350, C63 AMG, E350 4...

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the passenger or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

NHTSA Recall 19V010000: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 1/9/2019
2017 MERCEDES-BENZ E400 18V271000

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

If the headlight's horizontal aim is altered, a misaimed headlight may lead to an insufficiently illuminated roadway, which may increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 18V271000: If the headlight's horizontal aim is altered, a misaimed headlight may lead... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 4/27/2018
2017 MERCEDES-BENZ E400 17V627000

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

If the driver air bag inadvertently deploys, it can increase the risk of injury and a crash.

NHTSA Recall 17V627000: If the driver air bag inadvertently deploys, it can increase the risk of... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/6/2017
2017 MERCEDES-BENZ E400 17V114000

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

If the starting current limiter overheats, the surrounding components can melt, increasing the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 17V114000: If the starting current limiter overheats, the surrounding components can... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/23/2017
2017 MERCEDES-BENZ E400 17V080000

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 CLA250, CLA250 4Matic, E400 Coupe, E400 ...

If the pelvis airbag or the front passenger airbag does not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, the occupants have an increased risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 17V080000: If the pelvis airbag or the front passenger airbag does not deploy as... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/8/2017
2017 MERCEDES-BENZ E400 16V831000

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2017 E400 4Matic Coupe, E400 Conve...

The insufficient clearance may cause the panel to melt, increasing the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 16V831000: The insufficient clearance may cause the panel to melt, increasing the risk... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 11/17/2016

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.