2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class reliability
NHTSA's file on the 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class holds 21 complaints after 5 years, a rate of 6 per year. That is fewer complaints per year than most E-Class years here — under the median of the other years, which is 6. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
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The complaints owners file most often name Electrical system (5 of 21), then Forward collision avoidance (3) and Fuel system, gasoline (3). The most filings arrived in 2023 (9 of 21). Those filings include 2 that report a crash and 1 that reports an injury.
The 2021 E-Class has 20 complaints, 3 per year, and the 2023 has 24 complaints, 6 per year. The 2022 has more complaints per year than the 2021. The 2022 has fewer complaints per year than the 2023.
The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class. How we count. Data as of .
Recalls (0)
No recalls on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Complaints by component (21 total)
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Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
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"I own a 2022 Mercedes-Benz E350. The front glass roof panel located directly above the windshield developed a large crack while the vehicle was parked. The crack extends nearly the full length of the panel and includes…"
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"When turning the steering to maximum wheel camber, the wheel rims roll over the sidewall of the OEM low-profile Pirelli tires, damaging the tires and causing bubbling in the sidewall. This happens at a negligible speed,…"
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"This vehicle on an ongoing basis is reporting false speed limits. It consistently abruptly drops the indicated speed limit from 70MPH on [XXX] northbound in Salt Lake City. the vehicle slows itself abruptly in traffic…"
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"Major issue found with engine cylinder head in various models with 2.0 Liter Turbo charged engines (Engine code M260 or M264). Cylinder heads have premature wear at valve seats, causing engine misfires and unsafe…"
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"Twice within a year a "48 voltage battery malfunction" warning appeared on my dashboard. Then a red warning light appears and I had about 30 seconds to find a safe place to pull over as loss of power causes deceleration…"
NHTSA crash ratings
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
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| 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4 DR 4WD | 5 stars | 5 stars | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4 DR RWD | 5 stars | 5 stars | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet C 4WD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated |
| 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet C RWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated |
| 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe 2 DR 4WD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated |
| 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe 2 DR RWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated |
| 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class station wagon SW 4WD | 5 stars | 5 stars | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class station wagon SW RWD | 5 stars | 5 stars | 5 stars | 5 stars |
Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.
Specs and fitment
Known issues for this generation
For 2017 E300 sedans, NHTSA campaign 17V-076 covers certain 2017 E300, E300 4Matic, and E43 AMG vehicles: the front passenger occupant detection control unit may be incorrectly installed so an adult can be misclassified and the passenger air bag deactivated; dealers inspect the pressure hose and replace the hose and detection mat if needed. Campaign 18V-271 covers certain 2017 E300 and related models where headlight horizontal adjustment screws may lack a required sealing cap (FMVSS noncompliance); dealers retrofit sealing caps. Campaign 20V-449 covers certain 2017-2019 E300 vehicles that previously had the instrument cluster replaced, for seat-belt warning software that may not sound or blink correctly; dealers update cluster software.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class reliable?
NHTSA's file on the 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class holds 21 complaints after 5 years, a rate of 6 per year. That is fewer complaints per year than most E-Class years here — under the median of the other years, which is 6. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
What are common problems with a 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class?
The complaints owners file most often name Electrical system (5 of 21), then Forward collision avoidance (3) and Fuel system, gasoline (3). The most filings arrived in 2023 (9 of 21). Those filings include 2 that report a crash and 1 that reports an injury.
Is the 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class more reliable than the years next to it?
The 2021 E-Class has 20 complaints, 3 per year, and the 2023 has 24 complaints, 6 per year. The 2022 has more complaints per year than the 2021. The 2022 has fewer complaints per year than the 2023.
Has the 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class been recalled?
NHTSA has no recalls on file for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class?
Owners have filed 21 complaints about the 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class with NHTSA.
What generation is the 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class?
W213 generation (2017-2023).
What oil does a US Mercedes-Benz E-Class typically take?
Generation notes list MB-approved 0W-40 full synthetic for common US E350/E300 fills; confirm the approval sheet in the manual.
What tire sizes does a Mercedes-Benz E-Class use?
Sizes vary widely by chassis and trim; W213 E300 pages span about 225/55R17 to 245/40R19.