repaired · 2023 Q2
Steering
Risk. A separated universal joint bearing can cause a loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
2017 Mercedes-Benz B 250eProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 20 owner complaints about the 2017 Mercedes-Benz B 250e, most often about the engine. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 21V-229 the manufacturer reports only 68% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through December 15, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2017 Mercedes-Benz B 250e has problems
20 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
11Engine
10Power train
8Electrical system
5Fuel/propulsion system
1Vehicle speed control
1Seat belts
1Service brakes
1Suspension
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 11 | 0 |
| Power train | 10 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 8 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 5 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2017 Mercedes-Benz B 250e recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2023 Q4
Communication: auto crash notification
Risk. Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.
repaired · 2019 Q4
Air bags: frontal
Risk. If the driver air bag inadvertently deploys, it can increase the risk of injury and a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Mercedes-Benz.
Best & worst years
2017 vs. every other B 250e year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the B 250e median. How we score
'14'15'16'17
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What B 250e owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
On Wednesday [XXX] I was driving my electric vehicle to work. I exited the freeway and as soon as I stopped at the light for the off ramp a warning light indicator appeared stating Coolant Low. I found this odd as I was unaware of Electric Vehicles using Coolant. I clicked the OK button on the…
The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz B250E. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle the lost automotive power and stalled. The message "Shut Off Immediately" was displayed. The vehicle was later towed to the residence. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The…
My car just stalled and was not able to move on the highway exit which caused a high risk for the safety of passengers and the safety of others. The car has been towed to a Mercedes Dealer in West Covina, California. and they indicate that the coolant leaked into the drive motor and caused the car…
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