repaired · 2026 Q3
Tires
Risk. Tires inflated to an incorrect maximum pressure may have insufficient strength, allowing the tires to fail and increasing the risk of a crash.
2019 Mercedes-Benz E 450Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 17 owner complaints about the 2019 Mercedes-Benz E 450, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 12 safety recalls, and for recall 20V-449 the manufacturer reports only 63% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through May 31, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2019 Mercedes-Benz E 450 has problems
17 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
5Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
4Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
4Power train
4Engine1 crash/fire/injury
3Forward collision avoidance1 crash/fire/injury
2Steering
2Back over prevention
1Air bags
1Vehicle speed control
66 other systems1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 5 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 4 | 1 |
| Power train | 4 | 0 |
| Engine | 4 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 3 | 1 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 2 | 0 |
| Air bags | 1 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 0 |
| 6 other systems | 6 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
12 recalls
2019 Mercedes-Benz E 450 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 · 2026 Q2
Communication: auto crash notification
Risk. A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency…
repaired · 2024 Q2
Back over prevention: display function
Risk. An inoperable rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
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repaired · 2022 Q2
Electrical system: software
Risk. Without the audible tone and blinking warning light to remind the front seat occupants that their seat belts are not buckled, they may forget to buckle their…
repaired · 2021 Q2
Seat belts
Risk. The electric PRE-SAFE®-function and the seat belt pretensioners may not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2021 Q1
Structure: body
Risk. If the spoiler detaches while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2020 Q4
Sensing system: radar
Risk. An impaired Active Brake Assist may not automatically apply partial or full braking as expected, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2022 Q2
Rack and pinion: rack
Risk. A car that cannot be properly steered has an increased risk of a crash.
repaired · 2020 Q1
Structure: body
Risk. If the tailgate mounted spoiler detaches while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2020 Q2
Seat belts
Risk. If the seat belt tensioning does not activate in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
repaired · 2020 Q3
Electrical system: software
Risk. An engine stall can increase the risk of 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
2019 vs. every other E 450 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 median. How we score
'06'19'20'21'22'23'24
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What E 450 owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I parked the vehicle in a parking lot. I walked away and it immediately started smoking. Shortly after that, flames appeared coming from the hood. Shortly after that, the entire vehicle was engulfed in flames.
I was driving about 30 mph and getting on to the highway. Once I got on a beep came on from the car and every single warning light came on the car. Check engine all warnings including emergency brake collision warning the list goes on and on. I immediately got off the highway and once I got to a…
The primary failure involved the electrical system and speed control, which posed a significant safety risk to myself and other drivers. The issue first presented itself when I noticed intermittent warning lights and error messages flashing on the dashboard, including indicators for the electronic…
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