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2011 Mercedes-Benz E recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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2011 Mercedes-Benz E recalls, newest first

October 3, 2011NHTSA 11V4960006,872 vehicles potentially affected

Fuel system, diesel

Summary
Mercedes-benz USA (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2011 vehicles including e-class (212 platform), manufactured from July 2010 through February 2011, r-class (251 platform), manufactured from April 2010 through April 2011, ml-class (W164 platform), manufactured from January 2010 through March 2011, gl-class (X164 platform), manufactured from March 2010 through March 2011, and model year 2012 s-class (221 platform) vehicles. The diesel fuel filter may leak from the area around the heating component.
Consequence
Diesel fuel may be deposited onto the highway and create the potential for a crash.
Remedy
Mbusa will contact owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the diesel fuel filter if necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on November 30, 2011. Owners may contact mercedes-benz USA at 1-800-367-6372.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

April 1, 2011NHTSA 11V21300041 vehicles potentially affected

Engine and engine cooling

Summary
Mercedes-benz is recalling certain model year 2011 e-class model W212 and S212 vehicles manufactured from July 8, 2010, through July 12, 2010. Insufficient adhesive between the vibration damper and its inner mass damper ring could cause a sudden separation of the inner mass damper ring from the vibration damper.
Consequence
While working in the engine compartment during engine operation, the damper ring could strike and injure the person repairing the vehicle or a bystander.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace parts as necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on April 8, 2011. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

October 29, 2010NHTSA 10V5400002,297 vehicles potentially affected

Fuel system, other › Fuel filter

Summary
Mercedes benz is recalling certain model year 2011 m-class, model W164, gl-class, model X164, e-class, model W212, r-class, and model V251VEHICLES. The o-ring may not have been properly lubricated in all cases. Lack of lubrication can lead to leakage of the fuel filter.
Consequence
Diesel fuel may be deposited on roads and making those roads slippery, increasing the potential for a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel filters free of charge. The safety recall began on November 24, 2010. Owners may contact mercedes benz at 1-800-367-6372. This campaign has been superseded. Please see recall campaign 11V-496.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

October 4, 2010NHTSA 10V45900085,300 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Pump

Summary
Mercedes benz is recalling certain model year 2010 c-class, model 204, e-class, model 212, and model year 2010-2011 e-class coupe/cabriolet model 207 vehicles. The power steering system in the subject vehicles may fail due to the loss of power steering fluid.
Consequence
Owners may not have sufficient control of the vehicle in areas, such as parking lots, where maximum power steering is required, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will check and retorque the connection fitting free of charge. The safety recall began on October 31, 2010. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 10 complaints about the 2011 Mercedes-Benz E with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
2
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
2
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Power train › Automatic transmission3
  2. Tires3
  3. Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panel2
  4. Air bags1
  5. Steering1

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Questions

Does the 2011 Mercedes-Benz E have any recalls?
4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: fuel system, diesel, engine and engine cooling, fuel system, other, steering. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2011 Mercedes-Benz E recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Mercedes-Benz dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2011 Mercedes-Benz E?
10 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.