2019 Mercedes-Benz E 450 4MATIC recalls and problems

1 recall and 4 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz E 450 4MATIC.

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recalls
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owner complaints
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complaints mentioning a crash
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mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2019 Mercedes-Benz E 450 4MATIC recalls

Power train: driveline, universal joint

NHTSA campaign 26V216000 · reported April 3, 2026 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · 24,092 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 E 400 4MATIC Sedan, E 400 4MATIC Wagon, E 400 4MATIC Cabriolet, E 400 4MATIC Coupe, 2018-2020 Maybach S 560 4MATIC, S 560 4MATIC Coupe, S 450 4MATIC, 2019-2020 E 450 4MATIC Sedan, E 450 4MATIC Wagon, E 450 4MATIC Coupe, and E 450 4MATIC Cabriolet vehicles. The drive shaft universal joint may break, resulting in a sudden loss of drive power.
The risk
A sudden loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the drive shaft as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed May 22, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 10, 2026.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Sep 28, 2026 · Power train · 17,500 miles

The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz E-450 4MATIC. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed, and the vehicle vibrated abnormally. The dealer was contacted by phone and made aware of the failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the brakes and throttle body were repaired…

Aug 31, 2026 · Power train

My vehicle is subject to NHTSA Recall 26V216 involving the drive shaft universal joint. In March 2025, before the recall was announced, Mercedes-Benz of Carlsbad diagnosed my vehicle with a front driveline/drive shaft problem. I later paid $2,575 to have the drive shaft replaced using genuine Mercedes-Benz parts…

Aug 2, 2026 · Electrical system

Vehicle was exhibiting erratic indications in all safety systems. Was checked out by dealer told all was OK. Two weeks later vehicle indicated warnings in various safety system, instrument cluster went dark, speedometer and tach were inop, blinkers did not work. Car taken to dealer again where it was determined that…

Jun 25, 2026 · Power train

The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz E-450 4MATIC. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V216000 (Power Train). The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and referred the contact to…

E 450 4MATIC model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2019 1400
2020 1300

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Questions

Does the 2019 Mercedes-Benz E 450 4MATIC have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz E 450 4MATIC, the most recent reported on April 3, 2026 (Power train: driveline, universal joint). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Mercedes-Benz E 450 4MATIC?
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (3 complaints), followed by electrical system (1).
How many 2019 Mercedes-Benz E 450 4MATIC complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 4 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 28, 2026.