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2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Reliability Report
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has a good reliability standing, but owners report a sudden pull to the right at highway speed and 8 recalls.
Recalls
8
Complaints
19
Complaint Rate
N/A
Est. Repair Cost
$908
Detailed Score Breakdown
Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume
Independent repair cost ratings
Recall count weighted by severity
Breadth of reported problem categories
The Verdict
Middle of the pack among E-Class years, with 8 recalls and owner reports of a sudden rightward steering pull at highway speed with no confirmed cause.
Top Issues to Watch
- FUEL SYSTEM (3)
- STEERING (3)
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (3)
Generation & Refresh (US)
2022 is 2 years after the facelift refresh.
- Year 7 in the Fifth generation (W213) (2016–2023).
- Well-established in its generation — most early issues should be resolved.
- 5th generation E-Class (US).
What this means for buyers
Post-refresh years tend to be among the most refined — updates have been applied and early kinks worked out.
2016: Fifth generation (W213) Launch
Generation start — new platform.
2020: Mid-Cycle Refresh
Updated features and styling tweaks.
2022: This Model Year
2022 is 2 years after the facelift refresh.
Should You Buy the 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class?
Reliability standing is good, though the picture is mixed. Against other 2022 sedans, this E-Class rates well below average. Among the eight scored E-Class years it lands in the middle. The 2021 rates worse, with 36 complaints and 30 recalls. The 2023 rates better, with 20 complaints and 5 recalls.
Steering is the worst of it. Three owners describe the car jerking right at 40 to 70 mph, often after a hum from the front right wheel well. Two reports end with the car hitting a semi, and one person was hurt. No cause was confirmed. Others report emergency braking with nothing ahead, and a loud pop followed by total power loss. One E350 owner found fuel under the car after a fuel pump replacement.
Eight recalls cover steering, seat belts, electrical and fuel systems. Run the VIN for open recalls, and ask for records on any fuel pump or steering work. The 2023 is worth comparing.
Compared to the 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class, which scored 3 points higher. See also the 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class for an earlier comparison.
Pros
- +Acceptable reliability score
- +Low complaint frequency
- +5-star NHTSA crash rating
Cons
- −Above-average recall count
- −STEERING: Car suddenly jerks or pulls to the right at highway speed (3 complaints)
- −FUEL SYSTEM: Most of these complaints are about a recall, not a breakdown (3 complaints)
Compare 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class With

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Reliability: 68/100

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2022 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
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2022 Volvo S60
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Common Problem Categories
Safety
LOW RISK- 8 manufacturer recalls issued
Other
HIGH RISK- UNKNOWN OR OTHER (3)
- FUEL SYSTEM (3)
Recall Overview
8
recalls on record
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has 8 recalls on record, which is above average. A high count can flag multiple component concerns, though it also shows the manufacturer is actively addressing known issues.
NHTSA.gov →Complaint Breakdown
19
complaintsSafety Incidents
2
Crashes
0
Fires
1
Injuries
0
Deaths
NHTSA 5/5 Stars
Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.
2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Recall Details
8 recalls have been issued for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class. All recall repairs are performed free of charge at authorized dealerships.
STEERING
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, EClass Coupe/Convertible, CLS, AMG GT 4-doors Coupe, and EQS vehicles with a heated leather steering wheel. Due to a software error in the hand detection control unit, the hands-off detection might not detect when the driver's hands are away from the steering wheel when using the Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC system.
Consequence
Deactivated hands-off detection will prevent DISTRONIC system features from functioning, including warnings to grab the steering wheel and calling first responders as part of the Active Emergency Stop Assist, which can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will update the hand detection control unit software for the DISTRONIC system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 6, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022040010.
SEAT BELTS
Mercedes-Benz, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 G550, AMG G63, E350, E450, AMG CLS53, AMG E53, AMG GT43, AMG GT53, AMG GT63, 2021-2022 CLS450, and AMG E63 vehicles. The rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence
An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect, and replace as necessary, the rear seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Owners notified of the voluntary recall campaign by an interim letter on August 13, 2021. A final letter was mailed on September 24, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 CLS 53 4MATIC, 2019-2023 E 53 4MATIC Cabriolet, E 53 4MATIC Coupe, E 53 4MATIC Sedan, 2021-2024 GT 43 4MATIC, and 2019-2025 GT 53 4MATIC vehicles. The transmission wiring harness connection might not have been correctly wired during a prior recall repair, and during production. which can expose the electrical connector to corrosion, and result in an electrical short-circuit.
Consequence
An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the two-part wiring harness and connector, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed August 9, 2024. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024100002/3. This recall supersedes recall 22V-533. Vehicles repaired under the prior recall will still need to have the new remedy performed.
Buying a used 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class? Check its history first
Fuel system problems lead owner complaints about the 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class, and 8 recalls were issued for it. A VIN check shows whether this car's recall work was done, plus accident, title, and odometer history.
- Accidents
- Open Recalls
- Title History
- Odometer Rollback
2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class NHTSA Safety Ratings
Overall Safety Rating
Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)
Gas Powertrain
Rollover risk: 9.7%
Safety Technologies
Mercedes-Benz E-ClassRepair Costs & Maintenance
Maintenance Rating
3Maintenance rating: 3 out of 5Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.
Est. Annual Maintenance
$908
Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.
2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Example Repair Prices
National average price ranges for common repairs. These are not model-year-specific failure predictions.
| Repair | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| Drive Axle Assembly Leak Inspection | $76 – $112 |
| Air Conditioning Refrigerant Line Replacement | $1,277 – $1,538 |
| Drive Axle Assembly Drain & Refill | $68 – $89 |
| Air Conditioning Receiver Drier Assembly Replacement | $425 – $536 |
| Wheel Bearing Replacement | $531 – $730 |
| Body Control System Diagnosis & Testing | $61 – $90 |
| Wheel Replacement | $2,560 – $2,596 |
| Fuel Evaporative Canister Replacement | $578 – $635 |
| Heater Core Replacement | $1,509 – $2,043 |
| Trans Oil Pan Gasket Replacement | $581 – $808 |
Estimates based on national average repair costs. Actual costs may vary by location and shop.
Used Buying Checklist
Key things to inspect or verify before purchasing a 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
Drive at 40 to 70 mph and listen for humming from the front right wheel well or any pull to the right.
Run the VIN through federal recall records and confirm recall 23V445000 has been completed.
Check under the car for fuel drips, smell for fuel, and ask for records of any fuel pump replacement.
Inspect the panoramic sunroof glass for chips or cracks and ask whether it has ever been replaced.
Shift into reverse and confirm the backup camera shows a clear image every time.
Scan the dash for a 48 voltage battery malfunction warning and ask whether software updates were applied.
On 2.0 Liter turbo cars, ask for records of misfire diagnosis or cylinder head work.
Drive on shaded roads and watch for automatic braking with nothing ahead.
2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Common Problems by Component
19 owner complaints grouped by vehicle system.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
3 complaintsThe panoramic sunroof shatters without warning. Owners compare the sound to a gunshot, and the glass breaks while people are inside the car. One case came at 87,000 miles. A dealer refused warranty coverage on the theory that something struck the glass, even though the owner had video showing nothing did. A separate complaint describes the car stalling in traffic with the fuel gauge reading empty on a half-full tank. The dealer said the gas tank needed replacement.
FUEL SYSTEM
3 complaintsMost of these complaints are about a recall, not a breakdown. E450 owners got notices for recall 23V445000, but dealers had no parts to do the repair. Those owners reported no failure. One E350 complaint describes a real one: the car slowed down while the accelerator was pressed, and a warning light came on. The dealer diagnosed a failed fuel pump. After the pump was replaced, the owner found a fuel smell and a puddle of fuel under the car.
STEERING
3 complaintsSafety-relatedThe car suddenly jerks or pulls to the right at highway speed. Reports place it in the 40-70 mph range. A low humming or oscillating sound from the front right wheel well comes first. Two of the 3 complaints describe this pull sending the car into the side of a semi truck, and one person was injured. Dealers blamed an aftermarket exhaust or would not inspect the car, so no cause is confirmed. A separate complaint says vents under the front bumper shield catch on parking stops, which can tear the shield loose.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (3 complaints)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
3 complaintsAutomatic emergency braking engages with nothing ahead. In one case it stopped the car at full force over a tree's shadow, with a child on board. Other reports describe a loud pop from the engine compartment followed by a total loss of power. The car then restarted while coasting. Smaller faults include an Automatic Headlamp Mode Inoperative warning that turns on and off, and a backup camera screen that stays blank in reverse.
POWER TRAIN (2 complaints)
POWER TRAIN
2 complaintsThe engine loses power suddenly, sometimes at freeway speed. One pattern involves the 2.0 Liter turbo engines (M260 or M264). Premature wear at the cylinder head valve seats causes misfires, and a manufacturer service bulletin addresses it. The other pattern starts with a 48 voltage battery malfunction warning. A red light follows, then the car decelerates, leaving about 30 seconds to pull over. Dealers attributed that failure to software that needed an update, and it happened twice within a year to one owner.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL (1 complaints)
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
1 complaintThis vehicle on an ongoing basis is reporting false speed limits. It consistently abruptly drops the indicated speed limit from 70MPH on [XXX] northbound in Salt Lake City. the vehicle slows itself abruptly in traffic that is sometimes dense and traveling 70 to 80. An eventual rear end collision seems likely which could involve multiple vehicles. It intermittently presents the same risk in other locations with no as yet recognized associated variables such as the one location on [XXX]. Exact start and stop of the erroneous speed limit are not consistent. Sometimes brief and sometimes for a mile or more. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
STRUCTURE (1 complaints)
STRUCTURE
1 complaintAn underbody splash shield (one of three, I believe), covering the transmission (the middle of the three) detached at highway speed and fell off the vehicle. This caused the leading edge of another shield to detach, which then, due to air flow, began dragging the highway. It was quite a noise; initially I thought it was a tire blow out. I quickly decelerated to try to move to an exit (it was urban highway with no shoulders), at lower speeds, the panel stopped dragging. There was no road debris involved in the event. The first panel simply detached (and was not recovered / recoverable due to the location) leading to the second. The initial mechanic replaced two bolts to secure the second panel. He said this is not uncommon on Mercedes Benz vehicles and seemingly knew exactly what was needed (I was expecting duct tape on a weekend morning). Later, after some discussion, the dealer (the car was under warranty; only 13,000 miles) replaced the missing panel as a "courtesy" but not under warranty (because they said I did not have the missing part).
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (1 complaints)
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
1 complaintthere is a recall on my vehicle for over 4 months now. i keep going/contacting the local dealers about the issue and they keep telling me to come back in a month and every time they tell me there is no remedy yet and they dont know when exactly they will be able to fix it. and according to NHTSA this could increase the risk of crash or injury. please help me either get this fixed or make sure its safe for me to drive. thank you
ENGINE (1 complaints)
ENGINE
1 complaintThe contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz E450. The contact stated that on three occasions the driver's side front seat independently adjusted when the vehicle was started. On another occasion, the vehicle started by independently. Additionally, the head-up projected display moved up the windshield instead of remaining in place. The contact stated that the battery warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that on several occasions the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was able to be restarted intermittently. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed and there was unknown software that needed to be updated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 400.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (1 complaints)
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
1 complaintI was driving last week on a Dallas street. The public works people had place a 1 inch this rectangular steel cover over, presumably, a hole. The car slammed on the brakes, with a red light appearing on the instrument panel. Had a car been behind me, it would have read ended me. I spoke with Mercedes. They tell me that Mercedes has no ability to turn off the automatic breaking feature, and I should go [XXX] myself. INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
Best & Worst Mercedes-Benz E-Class Years
Best Mercedes-Benz E-Class Years to Buy
Based on reliability index score2024
2023
2022
(Current Model)
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Years to Avoid
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Reliability Score Trend
Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.
| Year | Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 55/100 | Mixed |
| 2019 | 54/100 | Mixed |
| 2020 | 56/100 | Mixed |
| 2021 | 56/100 | Mixed |
| 2022 | 60/100 | Good |
| 2023 | 63/100 | Good |
| 2024 | 63/100 | Good |
| 2026 | 76/100 | Good |
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Reliability Compared to Other Years
Frequently Asked Questions
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Don’t buy a 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class without checking its VIN first — hidden accidents, title issues, and open recalls could cost you thousands.
How we score the 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.
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