How many transmission complaints does NHTSA have for the 2014 Mercedes-Benz E350?

NHTSA lists 15 complaints in the Transmission & Powertrain category for the 2014 E350, which is about 5% of the 278 total complaints filed for this model year.

Is there a transmission recall for the 2014 Mercedes-Benz E350?

No. The data shows no related recalls tied to this complaint area for the 2014 E350.

At what mileage do transmission problems typically show up on the 2014 E350?

The median mileage at failure among these complaints is 48,500 miles.

Did any 2014 E350 transmission complaints involve crashes?

Yes, NHTSA records 2 crashes tied to this complaint area for the 2014 E350, with no fires or injuries reported.

How does the 2014 E350's transmission complaint share compare to other years?

The 2014 model's 5% share is similar to 2012 (5%) and 2013 (4%), lower than 2010's 8%, and well below 2021's 23%, though 2021 had far fewer total complaints.

2014 Mercedes-Benz E350 Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 15 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2014 Mercedes-Benz E350, about 5% of its 278 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 48,500. There are no related recalls tied to this complaint area for this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 15; 5% of 278
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 48,500 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Owners describe the transmission jerking or hesitating during the 3-4 gear upshift, especially noticeable on wet or slick roads.
Some report rough, unpredictable shifting and acceleration that occurs at random speeds and intervals, which owners say is hard to reproduce for diagnosis.
Several describe the gear shifter failing to release out of park or reverse into drive, sometimes requiring a restart of the vehicle.
Owners report a slip felt in 3rd and 4th gear, described by dealership staff as a common issue with the 7-speed transmission.
A few mention motor and transmission mounts failing repeatedly at low mileage intervals, causing noticeable vibration.
Some link their symptoms to a conductor plate issue causing rough shifts between 1st and 3rd gear, similar to complaints described in an older recall campaign.

When 2014 Mercedes-Benz E350 transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Apr 9, 2014, latest Jul 9, 2024.

15 complaints filed with NHTSA from Apr 2014 to Jul 2024; peak Apr 2014 (1).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2014 Mercedes-Benz E350

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by E350 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201014 (8%)
20116 (3%)
201210 (5%)
20137 (4%)
201415 (5%)
20151 (3%)
20165 (10%)
20170 (0%)
20201 (13%)
20213 (23%)
20221 (13%)
20230 (0%)
20240 (0%)
20250 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many transmission complaints does NHTSA have for the 2014 Mercedes-Benz E350?: NHTSA lists 15 complaints in the Transmission & Powertrain category for the 2014 E350, which is about 5% of the 278 total complaints filed for this model year.
Is there a transmission recall for the 2014 Mercedes-Benz E350?: No. The data shows no related recalls tied to this complaint area for the 2014 E350.
At what mileage do transmission problems typically show up on the 2014 E350?: The median mileage at failure among these complaints is 48,500 miles.
Did any 2014 E350 transmission complaints involve crashes?: Yes, NHTSA records 2 crashes tied to this complaint area for the 2014 E350, with no fires or injuries reported.
How does the 2014 E350's transmission complaint share compare to other years?: The 2014 model's 5% share is similar to 2012 (5%) and 2013 (4%), lower than 2010's 8%, and well below 2021's 23%, though 2021 had far fewer total complaints.