Mercedes Benz E300 owners have reported 40 electrical system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 2 most common electrical system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's electrical system (34 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's wiring (6 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Electrical System problems | |
| Wiring problems |
The starting current limiter recall (NHTSA campaign 16v831000 / 17v114000): if your e-class failed to start or struggled to crank initially, a defective starting current limiter can severely overheat the electrical lines to the starter, causing nearby components-including the battery assembly and Read details...
The engine wiring harness was made with biodegradable insulation that has cracked and fallen off the the wires causing short circuits in the glow plug system. Read details...