2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class: problems, recalls and what it’s worth
Few owner complaints for this year.
Ask for the VIN and check it, then get a pre-purchase inspection.
Known problems on the 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
No generation-wide weak spot is flagged in GarageIntel’s research for this year and model. A specific car can still have its own problems, so get it inspected.
2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class recalls
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class safety investigations and free repairs
No open safety investigations.
No warranty extensions listed.
Source: NHTSA, Sep 24, 2026.
2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class safety and fuel
5 of 5 starsNHTSA overall crash rating (4 of 6 versions rated)
From NHTSA’s crash tests and the EPA’s fueleconomy.gov.
What owners complain about
20 complaints filed with NHTSA for this year and model, which is few.
Electrical35%
Engine & cooling30%
Driver-assist systems15%
Fuel system15%
Transmission & drivetrain15%
Share of complaints that mention each area. One complaint can mention several.
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