Air Bag Problems of Mercedes Benz E350 - part 1

Mercedes Benz E350 owners have reported 325 problems related to air bag (under the air bag category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Mercedes Benz E350 based on all problems reported for the E350.

1 Air Bag problem of the 2014 Mercedes Benz E350

Failure Date: 02/12/2026

Unknown.

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2 Air Bag problem of the 2016 Mercedes Benz E350

Failure Date: 10/09/2025

Passenger seat capacity sensor fault. Will not activate passenger side air bag. Checked with obd scanner.

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3 Air Bag problem of the 2011 Mercedes Benz E350

Failure Date: 07/07/2025

The contact owns a 2011 mercedes-benz E350. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the srs malfunction message was displayed. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA hotline for assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 156,094.

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4 Air Bag problem of the 2012 Mercedes Benz E350

Failure Date: 05/23/2025

Air bag notice on monitor, passenger front seat locked in forward position up to the dashboard. .

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5 Air Bag problem of the 2008 Mercedes Benz E350

Failure Date: 05/21/2025

While driving a 2008 mercedes-benz E350 on 5/21/2025 around 1:50pm, the transmission suddenly failed while I was traveling at approximately 75 mph was on highway 76. As a result of the failure, the driver's side airbag deployed unexpectedly.

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6 Air Bag problem of the 2010 Mercedes Benz E350

Failure Date: 10/02/2024

I was involved in a head on collision when a motorist driving in the wrong lane hit the front of my car in the evening of 10/2/24. The impact was huge and my car was totaled. However, my airbag did not deploy and I hit my chest and knees very hard against the steering wheel and dashboard. Airbag deployment is a basic safety feature during an accident particularly in a luxury vehicle like Mercedes Benz that is known for its safety record.

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7 Air Bag problem of the 2013 Mercedes Benz E350

Failure Date: 09/10/2024

The contact owns a 2013 mercedes-benz E350. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 17v017000 (air bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the recall notification stated mobile repair service was available however, the contact was declined the mobile repair service. The contact stated that she had been attempting to have the recall repair completed for almost a year. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

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8 Air Bag problem of the 2011 Mercedes Benz E350

Failure Date: 06/25/2024

The contact owns a 2011 mercedes-benz E350. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v081000 (air bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer and another dealer, mercedes-benz of sacramento (1810 howe Ave, sacramento, CA 95825) were contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and a case was opened. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

9 Air Bag problem of the 2013 Mercedes Benz E350

Failure Date: 06/20/2024

Contacted mercedes because dealer said it was a common problem. Airbag light was on. I was told that airbags could unsafely deploy as driving the vehicle and the issue was connected to the steering column. After looking online, I found that there are several drivers that could be in unsafe conditions while driving the car who reported the same thing. I contacted mercedes to advise and mercedes was dismissive. My concern is for innocent people that could be in danger because of mercedes defects or possible negligence in addressing the safety issue that could lead to the loss of life.

10 Air Bag problem of the 2012 Mercedes Benz E350

Failure Date: 05/29/2024

The contact owns a 2012 mercedes-benz E350. The contact stated that the front driver's side and passenger's side air bags warning lights were illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the headrest deployed inadvertently. No further information was provided. The message "pre-safe inoperable - check owner's manual" was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact of an unknown passenger's side air bag recall repair that was previously performed on the vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 105,000.

11 Air Bag problem of the 2011 Mercedes Benz E350

Failure Date: 02/17/2023

The contact owned a 2011 mercedes-benz E350. The contact stated while stopped at an intersection preparing to make a left hand turn, the vehicle was crashed into the front driver's side and part of the driver's side front fender by another vehicle which had run a red light. The contact's vehicle had severe crumpling of the hood and the driver's side fender. The contact stated that the front end was badly damaged and spread debris all on the roadway. The police were on scene and wrote a report. The contact stated that the driver's air bag did not deploy. The contact was transported by ambulance to an emergency room. The contact stated that he had suffered chest injuries from striking the steering wheel, the contact stated that he had upper back pain and arm pain. The contact stated that the vehicle was towed to an impound lot. The contact had been advised by his insurance provider that the vehicle was a total loss. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 176,000.

12 Air Bag problem of the 2008 Mercedes Benz E350

Failure Date: 10/27/2022

The contact owns a 2008 mercedes-benz E350. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 25 mph, a vehicle that was merging onto the road did not yield and crashed into the front passenger side of her vehicle. The contact stated that the air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained whiplash and bruises on her right leg, and the front passenger had an acl injury. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where unknown repairs were completed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 123,000.

13 Air Bag problem of the 2011 Mercedes Benz E350

Failure Date: 10/19/2022

The passenger front air bag malfunction,the passenger seat head rest deployed and and malfunction with any incident,the driver air bag is light on malfunction. After I took it to the dealership radio stop working no audio.

14 Air Bag problem of the 2016 Mercedes Benz E350

Failure Date: 05/09/2022

Someone ran a stop sign traveling at at least 30 mph and hit my car twice; once in the front, once in the rear. I hit my face on the steering wheel, was knocked unconscious, and received a concussion. The airbags never deployed.

15 Air Bag problem of the 2011 Mercedes Benz E350

Failure Date: 11/17/2021

The contact owned a 2011 mercedes-benz E350. The contact stated that while his daughter was driving approximately 30 - 35 mph, another vehicle crashed into the driver's side front door. The contact stated that the steering wheel and knee air bags deployed upon impact. The contact was unaware of the side curtain air bags had deployed; and if so, did the emergency response unit cut away the curtain air bags to remove his daughter from the vehicle prior to his arrival. The contact stated that the driver’s side door was totally smashed but he did not see where the side curtain air bags might have deployed. The contact's daughter was transported by ambulance to the hospital with a fractured and dislocated pelvic bone in four locations and a fractured left arm. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a salvage yard and deemed totaled by the insurance company. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.

16 Air Bag problem of the 2012 Mercedes Benz E350

Failure Date: 08/21/2021

There was a recall on my front passenger air bag that was replaced around February 2020, based on a recall. The other day my front right passenger air bag malfunction warning signal appeared on the dash board. After bringing it into Mercedes Benz - I was notified that my passenger right side air bag needed replacement. I was told it would cost $1,800 to replace. Shouldn't this be a part of the air bag recall?.

17 Air Bag problem of the 2011 Mercedes Benz E350

Failure Date: 03/22/2021

On 3-22-2021, my car was rear ended. The car that that rear ended my car was going at a high speed: the neck rests opened due to the accident. The air bags did not open. I noticed that there was a recall on airbags for 2011 mercedes but no recall for my VIN. How can I know that my air bags function?.

18 Air Bag problem of the 2013 Mercedes Benz E350

Failure Date: 03/19/2021

Takata recall. The contact owns a 2013 mercedes-benz E350. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19v010000 (air bags) however the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact informed mercedes-benz of louisville (2520 terra crossing blvd, louisville, ky 40245) and the manufacturer of the recall notification and was informed that the VIN was pending though the parts were available, but the recall repair could not be performed until the pending status was released on the VIN. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

19 Air Bag problem of the 2012 Mercedes Benz E350

Failure Date: 02/03/2021

Takata recall. The contact owns a 2012 mercedes-benz E350. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19v010000 (air bags) approximately 2 years ago, and contacted the dealer atlanta classic cars mercedes-benz pre-owned (2586 satellite blvd, duluth, GA 30096) who informed him that parts were not yet available. The dealer also stated they would be in contact when parts became available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

20 Air Bag problem of the 2009 Mercedes Benz E350

Failure Date: 02/02/2021

[xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

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21 Air Bag problem of the 2013 Mercedes Benz E350

Failure Date: 11/04/2020

Takata recall. The contact owns a 2013 mercedes-benz E350. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19v010000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. An unknown dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

22 Air Bag problem of the 2014 Mercedes Benz E350

Failure Date: 10/05/2020

Takata recall. The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes Benz E350. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19v010000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. An unknown dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

23 Air Bag problem of the 2006 Mercedes Benz E350

Failure Date: 08/25/2020

Srs light stays on. Scanned system and got a code 9103. Found there was a TSB issued by mercedes for a wiring problem and harness repair for this model. I don't think I should have to pay the 6 hrs labor for this repair. It was their fault in making the wiring harness too short for a steering colum that moves in and out.

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24 Air Bag problem of the 2008 Mercedes Benz E350

Failure Date: 08/17/2020

Informed by a Mercedes Benz dealer that my srs is not functioning correct. And that the air bags could deploy upon minor/light impact. Srs light is displayed!!!.

25 Air Bag problem of the 2014 Mercedes Benz E350

Failure Date: 07/07/2020

Takata recall. The contact owns a 2014 mercedes-benz E350. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19v101000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. An unknown dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

26 Air Bag problem of the 2014 Mercedes Benz E350

Failure Date: 06/09/2020

Takata recall. The contact owns a 2014 mercedes-benz E350 the contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19v010000 (air bags) however, the part to do the repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. An unknown dealer was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

27 Air Bag problem of the 2012 Mercedes Benz E350

Failure Date: 05/07/2020

I have been waiting three years for repair of the passenger airbag, takata, that has been recalled. Passengers are afraid to drive in the vehicle, rightfully so. I think three years is more than enough time to accomplish a repair. I would like a repair.

28 Air Bag problem of the 2014 Mercedes Benz E350

Failure Date: 02/12/2020

I received airbag recall notice one year ago in February 2019 and after calling the Mercedes Benz dealership three times, have been told that the new parts are not available. The mb dealership is unable to remedy the situation.

29 Air Bag problem of the 2014 Mercedes Benz E350

Failure Date: 02/11/2020

Takata recall. The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes Benz c350. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: NHTSA number 19v-010000 (air bags) however, the parts to do the repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. An unknown dealer was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

30 Air Bag problem of the 2014 Mercedes Benz E350

Failure Date: 01/22/2020

Takata recall. The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes Benz E350. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19v010000 (air bags) however, the parts to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. An unknown dealer was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

31 Air Bag problem of the 2013 Mercedes Benz E350

Failure Date: 01/10/2020

Tl-takata recall. The contact owns a 2013 mercedes-benz E350c. The contact received notification of NHTSA recall number: 17v017 (air bag) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Mercedes-benz of raleigh (5607 capital blvd, raleigh, nc 27616) was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available. Ck.

32 Air Bag problem of the 2016 Mercedes Benz E350

Failure Date: 10/23/2019

Passenger airbag recall over one year ago, and dealer states not available ???.

33 Air Bag problem of the 2010 Mercedes Benz E350

Failure Date: 10/11/2019

Tl takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 mercedes-benz E350. The contact received recall notifications for NHTSA campaign numbers: 18v043000 (air bags) and 16v081000 (air bags). The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. An unknown dealer was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedies. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

34 Air Bag problem of the 2012 Mercedes Benz E350

Failure Date: 10/01/2019

Takata recall. The contact owns a 2012 mercedes-benz E350. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign number: 18v043000 (air bags). After contacting mercedes-benz of georgetown (7401 s I-35, georgetown, TX) and the manufacturer on multiple occasions, the contact was informed that the parts needed for the recall remedy were not available. The contact had not experienced a failure. The VIN was unknown.

35 Air Bag problem of the 2012 Mercedes Benz E350

Failure Date: 09/27/2019

Takata recall. The contact owns a 2012 mercedes-benz E350. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 17v017000 (air bags), but the part needed for the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called the manufacturer and Mercedes Benz of ft. Pierce (4500 s us-1, fort pierce, FL 34982, (772) 617-0819) and was informed that the part was not available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.



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