2003 Mercedes-Benz E350 Problems & Complaints

Better than average98% fewer complaints than a typical year of the E350 at the same age

Owners have filed 7 complaints about the 2003 Mercedes-Benz E350 with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is 98% fewer than a typical E350 model year at the same age, making the 2003 one of the better E350 years. The most reported problem area is the electrical system (2 complaints, typically around 300,000 miles).

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Most common 2003 Mercedes-Benz E350 problems

  • Electrical system~300,000 miles
    229%
  • Fuel & propulsion system~300,000 miles
    229%
  • Transmission & drivetrain~10,000 miles
    114%
  • Steering~10,000 miles
    114%
  • Windows, wipers & sunroof
    114%
  • Seat belts~300,000 miles
    114%
  • Air bags
    114%
  • Suspension~93,000 miles
    114%

Share of the 7 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Mercedes-Benz E350 complaints by model year

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Owner complaints per model year, Mercedes-Benz E350. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best E350 years: 2017, 2015, 2020. Years to avoid: 2014, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2006. Compare all years →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2003 Mercedes-Benz E350 a good car?

Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2003 E350 rates better than average: 98% fewer complaints than a typical year of the E350 at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

What is the most common problem with the 2003 Mercedes-Benz E350?

The electrical system — 2 complaints, 29% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the fuel & propulsion system (2) and transmission & drivetrain (1).

How many recalls does the 2003 Mercedes-Benz E350 have?

NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2003 Mercedes-Benz E350. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Mercedes-Benz E350?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2017, 2015 and 2020. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2014, 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2006. See the full Mercedes-Benz E350 years comparison.

At what mileage do 2003 Mercedes-Benz E350 problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 76,000 miles; 40% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.