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Mercedes-Benz B250e

Data refreshed October 26, 2026

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Complaints

29

Active records

Recalls

4

Active records

TSBs

48

Active records

Filing history

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Top reported issues — Mercedes-Benz B250e

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Fluid issue

16

Operating state

12

Condition issue

11

Electrified system issue

11

Engine behavior

7

Reporting mechanism

6

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

4

Noise

3

Performance issue

3

Powering on/off behavior

2

Safety restraint issue

2

Starting behavior

2

Braking behavior

1

Electrical issue

1

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2017 MERCEDES-BENZ B 250E

Filed Dec 15, 2025


In November 2024, the vehicle indicated add coolant. The vehicle was brought to Mercedes Benz of Scottsdale for servicing. The dealership apparently added coolant without advising me that the B250-E has a 100% chance of failure to the Drive Unit / coolant intrusion unless a small part is replaced before coolant leaks into the inverter/entire engine. A few weeks later - the vehicle, while traveling on a highway, had a complete failure and essentially shutdown on moment's notice. It nearly…

2016 MERCEDES-BENZ B 250E

Filed Sep 23, 2025


My air bag light went on , and my car is displaying a fault on the drivers side air bag . I took the car to an authorized Mercedes dealer and they say they claim I need a new part . Please see RCMN-17V627 . The recall affects nearly 500,000 Mercedes-Benz vehicles from model years 2012 to 2018. Specific models include: B-Class electric (2014–2017) I can send pictures and other material .

2017 MERCEDES-BENZ B 250E

Filed Jan 3, 2025


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 steering wheel and the message was acknowledged and disappeared from the screen. When the Light changed to green I proceeded to turn towards my office. At the next traffic light a new message popped…

2017 MERCEDES-BENZ B 250E

Filed Dec 15, 2024


While driving a notice to park the car and call for maintenance came up then while I was trying to get to safe stopping point the car went on to neutral and shut down while I was at speed. I turned the car back on and moved it to safety and called for roadside assistance

2016 MERCEDES-BENZ B 250E

Filed Nov 24, 2024


Complaint submitted to Transport Canada: “The Eco Start function on the Mercedes Benz B250 does not work and so intermittently shuts off the car without warning. Very very dangerous. When stopped at a stop light, unless the eco smart button is turned off the car engine will suddenly shut off. Red text appears in the display above steering wheel stating gear shift error contact dealership. I contacted Mercedes Benz Canada who told me that they would not be liable for the repair. We have…

2017 MERCEDES-BENZ B 250E

Filed Oct 4, 2024


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 local dealer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was not yet contacted. The failure mileage was 72,000.

2016 MERCEDES BENZ B-CLASS ELECTRIC

Filed Sep 7, 2024


Drive unit failed. Manufacturer's Faulty coolant seal. Coolant leaked into engine, Dashboard displayed Workshop warning about 2-3 times before breakdown.

2017 MERCEDES-BENZ B 250E

Filed Apr 24, 2024


The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz B250E. The contact stated that while reversing from the garage at 3–5 MPH, the contact depressed the park button. The vehicle attempted to go into the park position. There was an abnormal noise detected. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the transmission fluid needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. While driving at low speeds, the vehicle went…

2017 MERCEDES-BENZ B 250E

Filed Nov 1, 2023


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 to stop. Prior to this car stall, there was no warning lamp, messages, or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure. After the car stalls on the street, a failure message appeared asking to…

2017 MERCEDES-BENZ B 250E

Filed Oct 1, 2023


At 23,596 total vehicle mileage, the electric drive motor failed while driving. This occurred two days and less than 50 miles after having an annual service performed at an authorized Mercedes Benz dealership. Failure resulted in sudden loss of power alternating with full torque power at any throttle position making the car uncontrollable and hazardous to the occupants and other cars/occupants on the road. No warning indicators, vibrations, or unusual sounds noticed prior to failure. …

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Updated October 26, 2026. Refreshed nightly.