Mercedes-Benz E550 problems, recalls & best years
The deets on every E550 from 2006 to 2017: 241 owner complaints and 40 recalls across 12 model years.
The model years with the most owner complaints are 2010 (68), 2011 (61), 2007 (37). Best fuel economy: 21 mpg combined (2017).
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Problem areas across all years
Year by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Best mpg | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 0 | 2 | – | |
| 2007 | 4 | 37 | 16 | |
| 2008 | 3 | 15 | 17 | |
| 2009 | 3 | 4 | 17 | |
| 2010 | 3 | 68 | 18 | |
| 2011 | 3 | 61 | 18 | |
| 2012 | 4 | 17 | 21 | |
| 2013 | 5 | 16 | 21 | |
| 2014 | 4 | 16 | 21 | |
| 2015 | 3 | 2 | 21 | |
| 2016 | 3 | 1 | 21 | |
| 2017 | 5 | 2 | 21 |
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FAQ
What is the worst year for the Mercedes-Benz E550?
The model years with the most owner complaints are 2010 (68), 2011 (61), 2007 (37).
How many recalls has the Mercedes-Benz E550 had?
Across 2006–2017, NHTSA lists 40 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).