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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN WDDZF4KB8HA125996 · Checked Aug 27, 2026
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WDDZF4KB8HA•••••• 2017 Mercedes-benz E350

This build draws 6.9× more complaints than the average 2017 Mercedes-benz E350 build (8 vs 1).

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7on the model
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Most reported Engine 3 Vehicle Speed Control 1 Service Brakes 1 Fuel/propulsion System 1

What owners of this build wrote

Engine Apr 2024
Fault code p052E71, the crankcase ventilation valve is faulty. The actuator is blocked. Second time having this issue
Steering Mar 2024
The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz E300. The contact stated while driving at approximately 55 MPH, the "steering malfunction" warning light illuminated, and the contact stated that the steering wheel was nearly impossible to turn left or right. The contact was able to pull…
Power Train Mar 2022
The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz E300. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse to another gear, the gear shifter seized. The contact stated that after turning off and restarting the vehicle several times the gear shifter operated as needed. There was no warning…
Forward Collision Avoidance Aug 2021
The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz E300. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle independently came to an abrupt stop with a beeping sound coming from the vehicle. The contact also stated that an unknown red light began to flash when the failure occurred. The…
Fuel/propulsion System Feb 2021
Strong persistent odor of gasoline in the cabin on cold start
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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 WDDZF4KB8HA125996 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.