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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN WDDZF4KB5HA218491 · Checked Aug 9, 2026
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WDDZF4KB5HA•••••• 2017 Mercedes-benz E300

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4on this build
124on the model
22builds in total
Most reported Engine 2 Air Bags 1 Steering 1

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Steering Jan 2023
The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz E300. The contact stated that while attempting to park the vehicle, the power steering assist failed with the "Steering Malfunction, Increased Physical Effort" and "Active Brake Assist" warning messages appeared on the instrument panel. Due…
Engine Nov 2020
While in motion, engine starts vibrating and the check engine light comes up. Took it to the mechanic and its a broken piston. This is the third time this is happening on the same engine
Air Bags Sep 2017
The contact owns a 2017 mercedes-benz e300. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 17V080000 (air bags); however, the part for the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall…
Engine May 2018
Engine cuts off while driving

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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN WDDZF4KB5HA218491 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.