2019 Mercedes-Benz E 450 Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
AvoidComplaint Index
100/100
#1 most-complained of 6 E 450 years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz E 450 has 17 owner complaints and 12 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 100 out of 100 — the highest of 6 E 450 model years (verdict: Avoid). The most reported problem area is electrical system (5 complaints, 29% of the total). Complaints report 1 crash, 1 fire, and 2 injuries.
- Complaints
- 17
- Recalls
- 12
- Crashes / fires
- 1 / 1
- Injuries / deaths
- 2 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 22.5
- 19.5 city / 26.5 hwy
Top 2019 Mercedes-Benz E 450 problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System5 (29%)
- Engine5 (29%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras5 (29%)
- Brakes4 (24%)
- Transmission & Powertrain4 (24%)
- Steering2 (12%)
- Airbags1 (6%)
- Fuel System1 (6%)
- Lane Departure1 (6%)
- Other1 (6%)
2019 Mercedes-Benz E 450 recalls
12 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 25V023000Jan 17, 2025Suspension, Wheels & Tires165 vehicles
Tires
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 E 400 Cabriolet, E 400 Coupe, 2019 E 450 Cabriolet, and E 450 Coupe vehicles. The tires were incorrectly marked with the wrong maximum inflation pressure and may not meet the strength requirements for the stated pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 139, "New Pneumatic Radial Tires for Light Vehicles."
Risk: Tires inflated to an incorrect maximum pressure may have insufficient strength, allowing the tires to fail and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the tires as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 7, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025010008.
- NHTSA 22V365000May 20, 2022Electrical System242,722 vehiclesOver-the-air fix
Electrical system:software
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, AMG GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, GLB-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. An error in the communication module's SIM card software can cause a mobile network connection failure, disabling the emergency call (eCall) system.
Risk: A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: The communication module software will be updated through an Over-the-Air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2022. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on July 8, 2022, May 17, 2024, July 29, 2024, and September 27, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers are for this recall is 2022060005 and 2023110006.
- NHTSA 22V232000Apr 8, 2022Collision Avoidance & Cameras126,443 vehicles
Back over prevention:display function
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2021 CLA-Class, GLE/GLS-Class, A-Class, C-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe/Convertible, GLA/GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and CLS-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The rearview camera may not display the rearview image due to a software error. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: An inoperable rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022060007.
2019 Mercedes-Benz E 450 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 19.5 MPG
- Highway
- 26.5 MPG
- Combined
- 22.5 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,550
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Premium
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2019 compared with other E 450 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2019 Mercedes-Benz E 450 a reliable year?
- Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2019 Mercedes-Benz E 450 ranks worst among E 450 model years (Complaint Index 100/100, verdict: Avoid). It has 17 complaints and 12 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
- What are the most common problems with the 2019 Mercedes-Benz E 450?
- The most reported problem areas are electrical system (5 complaints), engine (5 complaints), and collision avoidance & cameras (5 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 7,200 miles.
- Does the 2019 Mercedes-Benz E 450 have any recalls?
- Yes — NHTSA lists 12 recall campaigns for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz E 450, most recently reported 2025, covering suspension, wheels & tires, electrical system, collision avoidance & cameras, and other.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz E 450?
- EPA rates the 2019 Mercedes-Benz E 450 at 22.5 MPG combined (19.5 city / 26.5 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,550. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.