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2019 Mercedes Benz E 450

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

19

18 current

Combined

10.8L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$3,348

20,000 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 2026168 · manufacturer campaign 4190026

2 April 2026

Transport Canada lists: E 2018–2020 · S 2018–2020

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the driveshaft may not have been manufactured properly. Over time, the driveshaft could wear and the universal joint could break. If this happens, there could be a loss of power to the wheels.

Why it matters

A loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the driveshaft.

3,408 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2024342 · manufacturer campaign 1595003/1595004

14 June 2024

Transport Canada lists: Class 2019–2022 · CLS 2019–2022 · E 2019–2022

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the recall repairs completed by a Mercedes-Benz dealer during recall 5491309 (Transport Canada recall no. 2022-397) may not have been done correctly. As a result, a second repair is required. On certain vehicles equipped with 4-wheel drive (4Matic), the transmission wiring harness may not be routed correctly. As a result, water could enter the wiring harness connector and cause a short circuit. Note: This recall replaces Transport Canada recall no. 2022-397.

Why it matters

A short circuit can create the risk of a fire, even while the vehicle is parked and turned off.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the transmission wiring harness.

2,691 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2022547 · manufacturer campaign 5490204

29 September 2022

Transport Canada lists: CLS 2019–2022 · E 2019–2022

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the 12 V battery (in the trunk) could move in a crash. As a result, the battery electrical connexions could detach. If this happens, the post-crash safety systems (like the emergency calling (eCall) system, electric seat adjustment, hazard warning lights, and automatic door unlocking) may not work.

Why it matters

Safety systems that don't work correctly could increase the risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to add a bracket to better secure the battery.

2,630 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2022397 · manufacturer campaign 5491309

22 July 2022

Transport Canada lists: Amg 2019–2022 · CLS 2019–2022 · E 2019–2022

What is wrong

On certain vehicles equipped with 4-wheel drive (4Matic), the transmission wiring harness might not be routed correctly. As a result, water could enter the wiring harness connector and cause a short circuit.

Why it matters

A short circuit can create the risk of a fire, even while the vehicle is parked and turned off.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect the connector on the transmission wiring harness, and repair it if necessary. Additionally, the dealer will install a bracket to improve the routing of the transmission wiring harness.

2,747 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Other

Transport Canada recall 2022263 · manufacturer campaign 5498816

20 May 2022

Transport Canada lists: A 2019–2022 · Amg 2019–2022 · Cla 2019–2022 · Class 2019–2022 · and 10 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles equipped with the emergency calling (eCall) system, the SIM card for the communications module could disable itself. If this happens, the eCall system would not work properly when there is a crash or when the SOS button is pressed.

Why it matters

If the eCall system does not work in an emergency situation, there could be a delay in response from emergency services.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and send a wireless over-the-air software update to each vehicle. If the update cannot be completed successfully, you will be notified to schedule an appointment to have the update performed by a dealer.

49,728 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Fuel System

Transport Canada recall 2021755 · manufacturer campaign 0792034

13 December 2021

Transport Canada lists: A 2019–2020 · C 2019–2020 · E 2019–2020 · GLB 2019–2020 · and 3 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, small particles could damage the seals between the fuel rail and fuel injectors. If this happens, there could be a fuel leak in the engine compartment.

Why it matters

A fuel leak can create the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the fuel rail and fuel injectors.

20 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Visual System

Transport Canada recall 2021291 · manufacturer campaign 5497425

14 May 2021

Transport Canada lists: A 2018–2021 · Cla 2018–2021 · Class 2018–2021 · CLS 2018–2021 · and 6 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the central display. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse gear.

Why it matters

A rearview camera image that does not display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and send a wireless over-the-air software update to each vehicle. If the update cannot be completed successfully, you will be notified to schedule an appointment to have the update performed by a dealer.

40,646 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2021185 · manufacturer campaign 5491302

26 March 2021

Transport Canada lists: Class 2018–2020 · E 2018–2020

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the power supply cable to the starter may have been attached incorrectly. As a result, the power cable could contact the starter housing. This can damage the cable, and could result in a short circuit. Note: This recall only affects certain AMG E 63 S, GT 63 and GT 63 S models.

Why it matters

A short circuit could cause the vehicle to stall and create the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to check the cable connections to the starter and correct them, if necessary.

57 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Other

Transport Canada recall 2021112 · manufacturer campaign 5499617

3 March 2021

Transport Canada lists: C 2019–2020 · Cla 2019–2020 · E 2019–2020 · GLC 2019–2020

What is wrong

On certain vehicles equipped with the emergency calling (eCall) system, the communications module could be deactivated. As a result, the eCall may not work properly when there is a crash or when the SOS button is pressed.

Why it matters

If the eCall system does not work in an emergency situation, there could be a delay in response from emergency services.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the communication module and verify that it is properly activated.

9 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2021064

12 February 2021

Transport Canada lists: A 2019–2021 · B 2019–2021 · C 2019–2021 · Cla 2019–2021 · and 11 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles equipped with the emergency calling (eCall) system, the communications module may temporarily lose power during a crash. If this happens, the wrong vehicle location may be transmitted through the eCall system. This could cause emergency responders to be sent to the wrong location.

Why it matters

If the eCall system sends out the wrong location after a crash, there could be a delay in response from emergency services.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and send a wireless over-the-air update to each vehicle. If the update cannot be completed successfully, you will be notified to schedule an appointment to have the update performed by a dealer.

75,231 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Accessories

Transport Canada recall 2021041 · manufacturer campaign 5499615

1 February 2021

Transport Canada lists: B 2018–2021 · C 2018–2021 · Cla 2018–2021 · Class 2018–2021 · and 9 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the central display. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse gear.

Why it matters

A rearview camera image that does not display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to update the head unit software.

41,731 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Seats And Restraints

Transport Canada recall 2020534 · manufacturer campaign 9190206

10 November 2020

Transport Canada lists: E 2019–2020

What is wrong

Certain E 53 and E 63 S models may have been built without a limiter for the adjustment of the front passenger seat. As a result, the seat could be positioned too far forward.

Why it matters

A seat that is positioned too far forward could create an increased risk of injury to the front passenger in a crash where the airbag deploys.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the adjustment range of the front passenger seat. The dealer will install an adjustment range limiter if it is missing.

234 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Engine

Transport Canada recall 2020282 · manufacturer campaign 0993103

22 June 2020

Transport Canada lists: C 2019–2020 · E 2019–2020 · GLC 2019–2020

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the screws that attach the oil lines to the turbocharger may not have been properly tightened. If the screws are not properly tightened, oil could leak onto hot surfaces in the engine bay.

Why it matters

Engine oil that leaks onto a hot surface could cause a fire.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect and repair the turbocharger oil feed and return line mounting, as necessary.

49 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Engine

Transport Canada recall 2020026 · manufacturer campaign 993102

24 January 2020

Transport Canada lists: Amg 2019 · E 2018–2019 · G 2019 · S 2018–2019

What is wrong

On certain vehicles equipped with a 4.0 liter 8-cylinder gas engine, the oil feed line to the turbochargers could leak. As a result, oil could leak onto hot components in engine compartment.

Why it matters

Oil leaking onto a hot engine components could cause a fire.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the oil feed line to the turbochargers.

521 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Airbag

Transport Canada recall 2019613 · manufacturer campaign 9192106, 9192107

9 December 2019

Transport Canada lists: E 2019

What is wrong

Certain AMG E 53 and E 63 S models may have been equipped with an incorrect driver-front airbag. As a result, the airbag may not perform properly in a crash.

Why it matters

An airbag that does not work properly in a crash could increase the risk of injury to the driver.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to check the driver airbag module and the software for the airbag system. If necessary, the airbag will be replaced and the software will be updated.

318 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Seats And Restraints

Transport Canada recall 2019554 · manufacturer campaign 9190308

6 November 2019

Transport Canada lists: C 2018–2019 · CLS 2018–2019 · E 2018–2019 · G 2018–2019 · and 1 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, there may be a problem with the front seat belt buckles. This could cause the seat belt warnings to turn on, even if the front seat belts are buckled. If the driver ignores these warnings, the PRE-SAFE and airbag systems may not function properly.

Why it matters

A seat belt pretensioner or airbag system that does not work properly in a crash could increase the risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to check the front seat belt buckles and replace them if necessary.

3,569 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Structure

Transport Canada recall 2019466 · manufacturer campaign 7792001

23 September 2019

Transport Canada lists: E 2017–2019

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the trunk spoiler might not be properly attached. At higher speeds, this could cause the spoiler to detach from the vehicle.

Why it matters

A spoiler that detaches from the vehicle could create a hazard for other drivers and nearby people.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct them to take their vehicle to a dealer to inspect the trunk spoiler and ensure it is properly attached.

564 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Brakes

Transport Canada recall 2019357

23 July 2019

Transport Canada lists: CL 2019–2020 · CLS 2019–2020 · E 2019–2020 · Gle 2019–2020 · and 2 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles equipped with the Driver Assistance Package, a software problem may cause the Active Brake Assist feature not to work properly. This could affect the feature’s ability to help reduce or avoid a crash. While the system will still provide audible and visual warnings, the autonomous braking might not occur.

Why it matters

If the brake assist system does not function properly, there could be an increased risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct them to take their vehicle to a dealer to update the radar sensor control unit software.

755 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Station wagon: Mid-size
In its class
More efficient than 22% of 9 2019 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
254 g/km

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Common questions

Does the 2019 Mercedes Benz E 450 have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 19 recalls on record for the 2019 Mercedes Benz E 450. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2019 Mercedes Benz E 450 get?
NRCan rates the 2019 Mercedes Benz E 450 at 10.8 L/100 km combined, emitting 254 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 4 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2019 Mercedes Benz E 450 for a year?
At 20,000 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $3,348 in fuel, producing roughly 4,990 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.