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2020 Mercedes-Benz E 450 4MATICProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 3 owner complaints about the 2020 Mercedes-Benz E 450 4MATIC, most often about the back over prevention. It is covered by 1 safety recall.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through July 23, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2020 Mercedes-Benz E 450 4MATIC has problems
3 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
1Back over prevention
1Engine
1Fuel/propulsion system
1Power train
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Back over prevention | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
1 recall
2020 Mercedes-Benz E 450 4MATIC 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.
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
2020 vs. every other E 450 4MATIC 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 E 450 4MATIC median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What E 450 4MATIC owners report
Recent back over prevention complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Back up camera not functioning. Emblem cover will not retract. Must use key fob or electronic controls to open the trunk.
Own a 2020 E 450 4MATIC?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.