2011 Mercedes-Benz E350 Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 15about this part
- Share
- 7%of 223 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 69,236miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 15 complaints about the body and structure of the 2011 Mercedes-Benz E350, 7% of the 223 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 69,236 miles. 3 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I was driving home from work at approximately 1:30 pm on a clear, sunny day, about a minute away from my home. The road conditions were good, and there was no traffic. I stopped at the corner to make a left turn. As I proceeded to turn, the car suddenly accelerated. I immediately applied the brakes, but they did not engage. I had no control of the car. …”
NHTSA complaint #11301964, filed 2020-01, 95,000 miles“I was parking in front of the doctor's office when the car suddenly accelerated very fast, jumped the curb and ran into the wall of one of the examining rooms, injuring a patient.no one in the car was injured but the car was totaled. Air bgs did not deploy. This is the second incident of sudden acceleration problems but I managed to stop the car before hitting another car on our church parking lot.”
NHTSA complaint #11013421, filed 2017-08, 43,471 miles“I was driving down the road on layton ave and 43rd street, and out of nowhere the headrests of the vehicle exploded, pushing my neck forward. Granted I went over a hole not that big, but the explosion was so drastic that it pushed my seat forward and my neck is now sore and tender from the impact. I am really scare now that this can happen anywhere. I called mercedes benz dealership and they said that they want me to bring the car so the can reset the system. I don't like that idea, because I got this car brand new and now the value really change. I don't feel safe in it anymore. …”
NHTSA complaint #10543847, filed 2013-09, 26,000 miles“The rear K suspension subframe assembly had to be replaced because of rust internally in the vehicle frame. There was no other rust, internally or externally visible, on the entire car. My mechanic indicated that the car would not pass inspection without major repairs at a cost of over $2800. If the subframe became disconnected, steering control would be lost resulting in a potentially serious injury due to loss of directional control at high speeds. My mechanic has already replaced parts to repair this issue on at least 4 other cars within a short period of time.”
NHTSA complaint #11432196, filed 2021-09“The contact owns a 2011 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at the local dealer for a routine oil change, the contact was informed that the rear subframe, control arms, brake lines, and pipe socket were corroded. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 132,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11489519, filed 2022-10, 132,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11038217Sep 14, 2026Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. Cause Under analysis. Remedy To narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • If the noise…
- 11036101Aug 6, 2026Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. Cause Under analysis. Remedy To narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • If the noise…
- 11033181Jun 2, 2026Complaint The underfloor paneling is loose or sags (picture 1). Cause Mounting clips broken or not correctly engaged. Remedy Replace all mounting clips with collar nuts with…
- 11032518Apr 25, 2026The part numbers listed in the chart below should no longer be installed, and any existing stock must be returned to your facing PDC. The deadline for all dealer returns is no…
- 11009122Oct 23, 2024Complaint Washer fluid system leaks Cause Various possible causes: 1. Washer fluid reservoir itself. 2. Seal on washer fluid pump/washer fluid reservoir. 3. Washer fluid pump…
- 10252770Mar 12, 2024As previously reported, to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, avoid further costs of litigation and return focus to its core businesses, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA)…
- 10235673Apr 28, 2023To enhance the satisfaction of our customers, avoid further costs of litigation and return focus to its core businesses, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has entered into a…
- 10233780Mar 10, 2023Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has extended the warranty for the rear subframe on the vehicles listed below, from the original New Vehicle Limited Warranty of 4 years/50,000…
- 10232321Feb 10, 2023Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has extended the warranty for the rear subframe on the vehicles listed below, from the original New Vehicle Limited Warranty of 4 years/50,000…
- 10231042Jan 25, 2023To enhance the satisfaction of our customers, avoid further costs of litigation and return focus to its core businesses, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has entered into a…
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 1 | 14% |
| 2016 | 7 | 14% |
| 2015 | 4 | 13% |
| 2014 | 25 | 9% |
| 2013 | 18 | 11% |
| 2012 | 8 | 4% |
| 2011 | 15 | 7% |
| 2010 | 11 | 6% |
| 2009 | 3 | 5% |
| 2008 | 6 | 3% |
| 2007 | 2 | 1% |
| 2006 | 5 | 1% |
| 2005 | 1 | 7% |
Other parts of the 2011 Mercedes-Benz E350
108 complaintsFuel system
32 complaintsOther or unknown
18 complaintsSuspension
17 complaintsBrakes
14 complaintsEngine
13 complaintsSteering
11 complaintsSeats
8 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
6 complaintsWheels
6 complaintsElectrical system
4 complaintsVehicle speed control
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2011 Mercedes-Benz E350
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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