NHTSA Data Explorer

Mercedes-Benz

Data refreshed October 26, 2026

Complaints

24,596

Active records

Recalls

594

Active records

TSBs

4,121

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

36

Injuries

1,189

Crashes

1,113

Fires

738

Top reported issues — Mercedes-Benz

Click a category to expand its values.

Condition issue

7,503

Operating state

5,367

Reporting mechanism

3,953

Safety restraint issue

2,885

Fluid issue

2,418

Smell

2,139

Engine behavior

1,948

Braking behavior

1,800

Performance issue

1,745

Thermal issue

1,528

Driver assistance issue

1,516

Noise

1,289

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

1,253

Steering behavior

1,006

Starting behavior

972

Safety restraint behavior

921

Electrical issue

918

Access/entry issue

824

Lighting behavior

797

Recent change

751

Vibration/harshness

705

Ride/handling behavior

654

Powering on/off behavior

380

Infotainment behavior

378

HVAC behavior

171

Electrified system issue

166

Wiper/washer behavior

127

Communication/network issue

37

Charging behavior

25

Most-reported Mercedes-Benz models

Ranked by total record count. Sparkline shows the last 12 months. Click a model to view year-level data.

1

C300

4,047

2

E350

2,227

3

E320

1,799

4

ML350

992

5

ML320

970

6

GLK350

905

7

C230

830

8

C250

755

9

GLC300

706

10

E500

635

11

S500

594

12

E55 AMG

571

13

S430

466

14

Sprinter 2500

453

15

CLA250

437

Browse all Mercedes-Benz models

All Mercedes-Benz models with NHTSA records, listed alphabetically.

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Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2022 MERCEDES-BENZ EQS 450+

Filed Oct 22, 2026


Crash

My 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ repeatedly showed Active Brake Assist Functions Limited, Active Emergency Stop Assist Inoperative, and Blind Spot Assist warnings, photographed by September 23, 2026. On September 24, I reported these issues and showed photos to an authorized dealer. Electronic repairs were performed, but warnings returned. The repair record lists Blind Spot Assist as not verified; I have no record of an Active Brake Assist test. On October 8, while turning left across oncoming…

2021 MERCEDES-BENZ A 220

Filed Oct 22, 2026


Safety Complaint: Windshield Wipers Would Not Turn Off – Mercedes-Benz In October 2025, at approximately 12,000 miles, the windshield wipers on my Mercedes-Benz malfunctioned and would not turn off using the vehicle’s controls. The issue occurred both while driving and while the vehicle was stationary, under normal weather conditions. The malfunction prevented me from maintaining normal control of the windshield wiper system. The wipers continued operating despite my attempts to turn them…

2025 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE 350 4MATIC

Filed Oct 22, 2026


In the past 1 year, my car has had about 6-7 incidents where the car abruptly breaks and seatbelts tighten. This has been at speeds of 30- 40mph more or less. NOTE: There was NO reason for the hard breaking as there were NO cars and NO pedestrians in sight. Most recently, I was almost rear ended by the car behind me - thankfully they swerved into the swale/shoulder. I have also had a few incidents while driving on I-75 at 70mph where the car quickly slows to 30mph. It seems the car may have…

2023 MERCEDES-BENZ EQB 350 4MATIC

Filed Oct 22, 2026


Vehicle: 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB 350 4MATIC Recall Reference: NHTSA Campaign #26V073 / High-Voltage Battery Fire Hazard My vehicle is subject to an active safety recall concerning internal high-voltage battery failure that poses a direct risk of a vehicle fire while driving or parked. The manufacturer has instructed owners to limit battery charging to a maximum of 80% and to park the vehicle outside away from structures due to fire hazards. On October 20, 2026, Mercedes-Benz USA Customer…

2014 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GL63

Filed Oct 22, 2026


Brake fluid leak from left front caliper crossover tube. Corrosion was found where composite insulator covers crossover tube that allowed weakening of pipe and subsequent loss of braking action. Leak was substantial enough that both channels of master cylinder were deprived of fluid, total loss of brakes, vehicle required towing.

2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLB 250 4MATIC

Filed Oct 22, 2026


Crash

Steering and the car is available for inspection. The car's steering failed and it ran into a parked car ay 15MPH on a resiential street. The car has been reviewed by insurance representatives. No warning lights appeared before the steering malfunction.

2017 MERCEDES-BENZ GLC300

Filed Oct 21, 2026


Independent service company said the car has a raw fuel smell under the vehicle. Signs of fuel leak at the connection between the high pressure fuel rail / high pressure fuel pump line. Mentioned a recall campaign of 2022030003. That addresses this issue. I contacted Mercedes Benz dealers (2) and they said my VIN does not show a recall. The recall does show up online via an AI search and it is supposed to cover 2016-2020 GLCs like ours. Don't know why this is. Can you help?

2024 MERCEDES-BENZ EQB 250+

Filed Oct 21, 2026


I am currently leasing a 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQB 250+. The vehicle displayed a warning related to the high-voltage battery system, indicating a potential malfunction and safety risk. I was advised that there may be an issue involving the high-voltage battery that could lead to battery failure and/or an increased risk of fire. Due to this warning, I no longer feel the vehicle is safe to operate or park near my home or other structures. The warning first appeared on the vehicle's dashboard while…

2019 MERCEDES-BENZ A 220 4MATIC

Filed Oct 21, 2026


Subject: Recurring SRS Warning and Driver’s Knee-Airbag Fault — 2019 Mercedes-Benz A220 I am reporting a potential safety concern involving the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) in my 2019 Mercedes-Benz A220. The vehicle developed a recurring SRS/airbag warning. Mercedes-Benz identified diagnostic trouble code B000411, described as a driver’s knee-airbag squib short circuit to ground. During the initial visit, the dealership inspected and reinstalled the component. The warning subsequently…

2026 MERCEDES-BENZ GLC 300

Filed Oct 21, 2026


1 injured

While loading grocery bags in the rear compartment the hatch closed on my back without any warning. I had to physically lift it off my back. It did not trigger any release or raise on its own

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Updated October 26, 2026. Refreshed nightly.