2012 Mercedes-Benz E350 Brakes Problems
NHTSA lists 21 brake complaints for the 2012 Mercedes-Benz E350, about 10% of its 217 total complaints that year, with a median failure mileage of 65,000 miles. No related brake recall is listed for this model year.
- Brakes complaints
- 21
- 10% of 217
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 65,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 0
Typical brake symptoms owners report
- Rear subframe and brake line corrosion, sometimes discovered only after a dealer inspection with no dashboard warning.
- Corroded brake lines leaking fluid, leading to a low or empty brake fluid reservoir and a mushy or loose brake pedal.
- A rear brake line that reportedly burst while braking from low speed, causing a sudden loss of stopping ability.
- One owner described nearly complete brake failure with less than 10% stopping ability after leaving an appointment.
- A loose or rattling front brake caliper diagnosed by an independent shop shortly after purchase.
- A brake pedal that failed to return to its normal position, paired with a visible fluid leak.
When 2012 Mercedes-Benz E350 brake complaints were filed
First complaint Jan 20, 2015, latest Jun 1, 2026.
Brakes recalls for the 2012 Mercedes-Benz E350
No safety recalls on record for this model year.
Brakes complaints by E350 model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many brake complaints does the 2012 Mercedes-Benz E350 have?
- NHTSA lists 21 brake complaints for the 2012 E350, which is about 10% of the 217 total complaints logged for that model year.
- Is there a brake recall for the 2012 Mercedes-Benz E350?
- No. The data shows no related recalls listed for brakes on this model year.
- At what mileage do brake problems tend to show up?
- The median mileage at failure for brake complaints on the 2012 E350 is 65,000 miles.
- What kind of brake problems do owners report most?
- Owners most often describe corroded brake lines and rear subframes that lead to fluid leaks, mushy pedals, and in some cases sudden loss of braking.
- Did any 2012 E350 brake complaints involve crashes or injuries?
- No. NHTSA data for this year and component shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries reported.