2022 Mercedes-Benz E 450 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Good The 2022 Mercedes-Benz E 450 has a complaint index of 40, ranking 4th out of 6 model years, and carries a Good verdict. It has 11 complaints and 5 recalls, with Electrical System issues the top concern (36% of complaints).
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 40/100
- #4 of 6 E 450 years
- Verdict
- Good
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 11
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 5
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 0
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Top issue
- Electrical System
- Best nearby year
- —
- no alternative with data
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 24.5
- 22 city / 29 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
Top 2022 Mercedes-Benz E 450 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System4 (36%)
- Fuel System3 (27%)
- Brakes2 (18%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires2 (18%)
- Engine1 (9%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras1 (9%)
- Steering1 (9%)
- Structure & Body1 (9%)
- Transmission & Powertrain1 (9%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Automatic emergency braking has triggered unexpectedly at low speed, slamming on the brakes for objects like a small road plate or a tree shadow.
- The 48-volt electrical system has failed while driving, sometimes with a loud popping sound from the engine compartment followed by a total loss of power.
- The backup camera has failed to display any image when the car is shifted into reverse.
- Owners waiting on the fuel pump recall (23V445000) reported the replacement part was unavailable for months despite repeated dealer visits.
- An underbody splash shield covering the transmission has detached at highway speed, causing noise and dragging debris.
- A dashboard warning for '48 voltage battery malfunction' has appeared repeatedly, followed by a red warning light and a brief window to pull over before power loss.
2022 Mercedes-Benz E 450 recalls
5 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 24V100000Feb 9, 2024Electrical System12,191 vehicles
Electrical system:wiring
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 CLS450, E450, E450 All-Terrain, AMG E53, AMG GT43, AMG GT53, and 2021 AMG CLS53 vehicles. The 48-volt ground cable connection located in the engine compartment may not be tightened properly and may result in the ground cable overheating.
Risk: An overheated ground cable increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the 48-volt ground cable connection and repair it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 22, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024MMNNNN.
- NHTSA 23V880000Dec 21, 2023Fuel System79,676 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2024 GLE, GLS, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, GLC, CLS, AMG GT, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, causing a loss of drive power.
Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on February 23, 2024, April 19, 2024, June 28, 2024, August 9, 2024, October 1, 2024, and December 2, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 23V-445.
- NHTSA 23V445000Jun 26, 2023Fuel System143,551 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS, SL, GT, GLC, GLE, GLS, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 14, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023070012.
2022 Mercedes-Benz E 450 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 22 MPG
- Highway
- 29 MPG
- Combined
- 24.5 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,250
- 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.
2022 compared with other E 450 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2022 Mercedes-Benz E 450 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2022 E 450 has a Good verdict relative to other years, with a complaint index of 40 and 11 complaints, ranking 4th out of 6 model years.
- What problems does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz E 450 have?
- The top reported area is the Electrical System, covering 36% of complaints, including 48-volt system failures and backup camera issues. Fuel System, Brakes, and Suspension issues were also reported.
- Does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz E 450 have any recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2022 E 450, covering the 48-volt ground cable, fuel pump (two separate campaigns), a 12-volt battery securing issue, and a steering-wheel DISTRONIC software error.
- How does the 2022 E 450 compare to other model years?
- With a complaint index of 40, the 2022 E 450 ranks better than 2019 (100, Avoid), 2020 (60, Caution), and 2023 (80, Avoid), but worse than 2021 (20, Caution) and 2024 (0).
- What is the fuel economy of the 2022 Mercedes-Benz E 450?
- EPA rates the 2022 E 450 at 24.5 mpg combined (22 city / 29 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,250.