Mercedes-Benz Recall Check & Safety Reports

Mercedes-Benz recall check: compare 22 real model hubs with NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, crash reports, and year-by-year safety data.

About Mercedes-Benz Vehicle Safety

Mercedes-Benz currently has 22 models tracked in the NHTSA database. Each model page provides year-by-year breakdowns of consumer complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, manufacturer-issued safety recalls, NHTSA crash test ratings, and Technical Service Bulletins. Whether you own a Mercedes-Benz or are considering purchasing one, reviewing this data can help you identify potential safety concerns and make more informed decisions.

To check a specific vehicle, select a model below and then choose the model year. You will find an AI-generated safety report that analyzes complaint patterns, highlights the most commonly reported components, and provides a reliability score based on all available NHTSA data. You can also compare Mercedes-Benz against other manufacturers using our comparison tool or explore our buying guides for model-specific purchase recommendations.

Mercedes-Benz Decision Cockpit

Mercedes-Benz has 119 validated vehicle-year pages across 22 models from 2015-2024. The current real-data footprint includes 4708 owner complaints, 53 safety recalls, 237 crash reports, 79 fire reports, and 0 service bulletin signals.

Mercedes-Benz Highest-Signal Model Hubs
ModelYearsComplaintsRecalls
Mercedes-Benz C-Class2015-202412770
Mercedes-Benz Glc-Class2016-20235980
Mercedes-Benz Gle-Class2016-20235350
Mercedes-Benz E-Class2015-20245150
Mercedes-Benz Cla-Class2015-20233740
Mercedes-Benz Gla-Class2015-20232880
Mercedes-Benz S-Class2015-20242450
Mercedes-Benz Metris2015-202318444
Decision cockpit hub Most complaints Most recalled Engine Unknown Or Other Air Bags Fuel/Propulsion System Structure 2024 Mercedes-Benz 2023 Mercedes-Benz 2022 Mercedes-Benz 2021 Mercedes-Benz 2020 Mercedes-Benz

All Mercedes-Benz Models

Mercedes-Benz Models Tracked by NHTSA
ModelYears Tracked
Mercedes-Benz A-Class 4 model years
Mercedes-Benz Amg Gt 2 model years
Mercedes-Benz C-Class 10 model years
Mercedes-Benz Cla-Class 9 model years
Mercedes-Benz Cle 1 model years
Mercedes-Benz Cls-Class 7 model years
Mercedes-Benz E-Class 10 model years
Mercedes-Benz Esprinter 1 model years
Mercedes-Benz G-Class 8 model years
Mercedes-Benz Gl-Class 2 model years
Mercedes-Benz Gla-Class 9 model years
Mercedes-Benz Glb-Class 4 model years
Mercedes-Benz Glc-Class 7 model years
Mercedes-Benz Gle-Class 8 model years
Mercedes-Benz Glk-Class 1 model years
Mercedes-Benz Gls-Class 7 model years
Mercedes-Benz Metris 5 model years
Mercedes-Benz Ml-Class 1 model years
Mercedes-Benz S-Class 10 model years
Mercedes-Benz Sl-Class 7 model years
Mercedes-Benz Slc-Class 4 model years
Mercedes-Benz Slk-Class 2 model years

Frequently Asked Questions About Mercedes-Benz Safety

How many Mercedes-Benz models have recalls?

Mercedes-Benz has 22 models tracked in the NHTSA database with recall and complaint data. Each model page shows detailed recall history, complaint counts, and safety ratings by year.

Is Mercedes-Benz a reliable car brand?

Reliability varies significantly across Mercedes-Benz models and model years. Review the individual model pages below to compare complaint counts, recall frequency, and NHTSA safety ratings before making a purchase decision.

How do I check if my Mercedes-Benz has been recalled?

Select your Mercedes-Benz model from the list below, then choose your model year to see all active recalls. You can also use our VIN lookup tool or check directly at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Which Mercedes-Benz model has the most complaints?

Complaint volumes differ by model and year. Browse the Mercedes-Benz models below and click into each one to see complaint counts across all model years. Our rankings page also compares complaint rates across all manufacturers.

Where does Mercedes-Benz recall data come from?

All recall and complaint data comes from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the U.S. government agency responsible for vehicle safety. Data is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed.