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2019 Mercedes-Benz E-class: common problems and reliability
· C238An average E-class year.
113 owner complaints, most about electrical system. 1 recall.
Should I buy a 2019 E-class?The 2019 Mercedes-Benz E-class has 113 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 1 recall on record. The most-reported areas are electrical system and engine. Owners most often flag high maintenance costs: multiple owners report that dealer servicing, especially transmission fluid changes ($700-$1800), is expensive, and annual maintenance can reach $4k.
Safety record for the 2019 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2019 Mercedes-Benz E-class vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other E-class years only. How we score it
Is 2019 a good year for the E-class?
Across the 25 E-class model years we track, complaint volume runs from 40 (2021) to 912 (2014). With 113 complaints, the 2019 E-class sits below the model's median of 171.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
Recalls affecting the 2019 E-class
power train:driveline:universal joint
Campaign 26V216000Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 E 400 4MATIC Sedan, E 400 4MATIC Wagon, E 400 4MATIC Cabriolet, E 400 4MATIC Coupe, 2018-2020 Maybach S 560 4MATIC, S 560 4MATIC Coupe, S 450 4MATIC, 2019-2020 E 450 4MATIC Sedan, E 450 4MATIC Wagon, E 450 4MATIC Coupe, and E 450 4MATIC Cabriolet vehicles. The drive shaft universal joint may break, resulting in a sudden loss of drive power.
What owners report on the C238 E-class
Owners of the C238 E-class coupe are overwhelmingly positive, praising its gorgeous styling, comfortable and luxurious interior, and strong reliability. The car is described as a huge upgrade over its predecessor, particularly in interior quality.
- RecurrentHigh maintenance costs
Multiple owners report that dealer servicing, especially transmission fluid changes ($700-$1800), is expensive, and annual maintenance can reach $4k.
- IsolatedTransmission hesitation or rough shifting at low speeds
One owner reported kick-down issues that were resolved by a full transmission service (fluid, filter, torque converter drain, recalibration).
- IsolatedRear window shade getting stuck
One owner reported this as the only issue in 60k miles.
- IsolatedDiesel engine rattle at low revs under power
One owner reported this on two OM654-equipped cars and was able to fix it.
- IsolatedSqueaky driver-side window in cold weather
One owner reported this, fixed with lubricant.
Owner insights for the C238 E-class. Read the full C238 owner report.
Typical used price
Used E-class listings typically run $14,000–$30,990.
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