2012 Mercedes-Benz E350 Wheels Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 2%of 217 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 20,822miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the wheels of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz E350, 2% of the 217 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 20,822 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I have had 3 irreparable tire blowouts in less than 12 months: approximate dates april 21, 2014, may 12, 2014, and february 2, 2015. All 3 were the result of hitting potholes. Okay, that happens to other cars on occasion. But I consider the result to be a design defect in either the wheel/tire combination, which would be the fault of mercedes, or a defect in the continental tires alone. The car is a 2012 mercedes E350 with sport suspension. …”
NHTSA complaint #10683468, filed 2015-02, 20,822 miles“Large bubble (approx 2 across) on outer sidewall of left front tire. There was no impact to cause this tire defect. This is the second similar incident with these original equipment tires since the car was purchased new. The original equipment tires on this mercedes benz E350 are: continental, contiprocontact, 245/40 r18 97v. These tires do not have significant tread wear. Having had 2 tire defects out 4 tires in 8,500 miles on this vehicle, I am afraid to take this car on a road trip at high speed. …”
NHTSA complaint #10500939, filed 2013-03, 8,500 miles“Recently, I took my 2012 Mercedes E350 4Matic for an oil change and after inspecting the vehicle, I was informed by my mechanic that the car had a rusted sub-frame, with visible holes near the right rear wheel. I was told this needed to be immediately addressed as it was a safety issue. He explained that if not fixed, the wheel could detach from the vehicle while driving and could result in a crash or serious injury/death. My mechanic indicated that Mercedes Benz of America is aware of this issue and they do not offer any assistance with the necessary repair. …”
NHTSA complaint #11484413, filed 2022-09“The contact owns a 2012 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact noticed smoke fumes coming from the front driver side tire while the vehicle was parked. The contact was able to exit the vehicle before it caught fire. A fire report was not filed. The fire department extinguished the fire. No injuries were sustained. The vehicle remained at the contact's residence. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 12v557000(fuel system, gasoline). The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was made of the failure. The failure mileage was 70,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10850755, filed 2016-03, 70,000 milesWheels: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 2 | 4% |
| 2015 | 3 | 10% |
| 2014 | 11 | 4% |
| 2013 | 8 | 5% |
| 2012 | 4 | 2% |
| 2011 | 6 | 3% |
| 2010 | 3 | 2% |
| 2009 | 2 | 3% |
| 2008 | 10 | 6% |
| 2007 | 5 | 1% |
| 2006 | 2 | 1% |
Other parts of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz E350
84 complaintsFuel system
35 complaintsBrakes
20 complaintsEngine
20 complaintsElectrical system
19 complaintsOther or unknown
17 complaintsSuspension
14 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
10 complaintsSteering
9 complaintsSeats
8 complaintsBody and structure
8 complaintsSeat belts
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2012 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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