Mercedes Benz E550 owners have reported 91 air bag related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 5 most common air bag problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's air bag (82 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's side/window air bag (4 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Air Bag problems | |
| Side/window Air Bag problems | |
| Air Bag Light On problems | |
| Air Bag Not Deploy problems | |
| Front Air Bag Sensor Control problems |
Both driver and front passenger headrest airbags have deployed for no cause. This is is the second time this has occurred on both sides. No collision occurred in both incidents. First time it occurred under warranty and mercedes fixed the issue. Read details...
Mercedes has refused to replace defective takata airbag since February of 2019 making different excuses why they can't replace the passenger side airbag with knowledge that if accident can be life threatening. Read details...
The contact owns a 2007 mercedes-benz E550. While driving various speeds, the contact depressed the brake pedal and heard a squeaking noise. The brake pedal traveled to the floorboard. The contact mentioned that the air bag warning indicators were illuminated and the rear brake lights failed to Read details...
Tl takata recall. The contact owns 2011 Mercedes Benz E550. The contact stated that while her son was driving 5 mph, another vehicle crashed into the front driver side of the vehicle and the air bag failed to deploy. The driver sustained injuries to the head but did not seek medical attention. Read details...
In stop and go traffic approaching an intersection on a wet road, the can bus failed, disabling all or nearly all safety systems. At the time, numerous warning messages and lights appeared on the dash for srs, abs, seatbelt pretensioner, etc. Read details...