2017 Mercedes-Benz E300 Other or unknown Problems
- Complaints
- 18about this part
- Share
- 14%of 132 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 7,200miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 18 complaints about the other or unknown of the 2017 Mercedes-Benz E300, 14% of the 132 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 7,200 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I purchased this vehicle in january 2020. At first, the fuel filler door would not stay closed once I opened it to pump gas. Every time I would close it, it would pop back open. I would have to close it about 10 times before it would stay closed. Then, I went to pump gas and the fuel filler door would not open although the vehicle was unlocked. People expect better quality from such an expensive brand. Mercedes benz needs to address this widespread issue with the fuel filler door.”
NHTSA complaint #11316551, filed 2020-03, 30,000 miles“While driving the car on the beltway, the car unexpectedly and suddenly lost drive power. I pushed on the gas pedal and the car did move forward in a jerky motion. A minute or two later, the car again suddenly lost drive power. Again, I pushed on the gas pedal and the car jerked forward. After, these two episodes above, the car behaved normally for the rest of my 90 drive.”
NHTSA complaint #11549006, filed 2023-10“The car lurches forward upon accelerating. Other times the car lags when accelerating after slowing for a dip or speed bump. This has caused me to almost be hit from behind on multiple occasions. My car has been in the shop multiple times since I bought it.”
NHTSA complaint #11524269, filed 2023-05“I’m having issues with my control module not going forward or backwards at times and there was a recall on models of this vehicle for that exact reason NHTSA ID: 17V078000 Issued: Feb 2, 17. Dealership is telling me it’s not open. I’m scared for my safety when my car doesn’t shift in the correct gear. This started in 2021 or 2022 and I’m not getting resolution. When getting my bumper repaired I noticed that this was on the recall list a few years ago. I’ll submit the papers I received form Park Place.”
NHTSA complaint #11730864, filed 2026-04“The sunroof is leaking when it rains on the front upper left side by the driver. My safety is act risk because of the water coming in the car distracting me from driving and not sure if the water is damaging the electrical system in my car.”
NHTSA complaint #11481084, filed 2022-08Related service bulletins
- 11035780Aug 4, 2026Complaint Mercedes-Benz USA is currently experiencing limited availability of transmission fluid specification ATF 236.17 due to a global supply constraint. 236.17 ATF 1L and 5L…
- 11028809Feb 13, 2026Mercedes-Benz AG, the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain subject vehicles, the TIREFIT sealant bottle may not meet specifications. The…
- 10238424Jun 9, 2023In the MBUX weather app, the temperature is displayed in the wrong unit (Fahrenheit instead of °C, or vice versa). Temperature setting in Mmc mobile application settings…
- 10179966Jul 31, 2020Incorrect time and/or instrument cluster message "SOS, service not activated" and/or Mercedes Me connect services nonfunctional
- 10205156Aug 26, 2016Intial startup not possible after replacement of transmisson 725.0 or of electrohydraulic controller unit.
- 10205154Aug 5, 2016Gasket may settle causing a slight oil leak.
Other or unknown: other model years
Other parts of the 2017 Mercedes-Benz E300
37 complaintsFuel system
25 complaintsElectrical system
23 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
16 complaintsSteering
12 complaintsBody and structure
10 complaintsBrakes
7 complaintsForward collision avoidance
7 complaintsAir bags
6 complaintsExterior lighting
5 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaintsElectronic stability control
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz E300
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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