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2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class airbags problems
severe 54 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,100 · see airbags across all vehicles →
Complaints
54
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$1,100
3crashes
3injuries
What stands out
Owners have filed 54 airbags complaints with NHTSA against this vehicle, but no formal recall covers the issue — the federal record reflects what manufacturers have admitted, not everything owners are reporting.
Airbags accounts for 18% of all owner complaints filed against this vehicle, across 12 categories tracked.
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-benz e350. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA campaign number: 19v010000 (air bags) and stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time to repair the vehicle. Mercedes-benz of delray (1001 linton blvd, delray beach, fl 33444) confirmed that parts were not available to perform the recall repair. The…
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Common questions
How serious is the airbags problem on the 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class?
It's a meaningful issue. 54 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,100.
At what mileage does the airbags typically fail?
Based on the 54 complaints filed, airbags issues most often appear around 38,625 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,100 for airbags repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to airbags?
No active recalls currently cover airbags issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2014/Mercedes-Benz/E-Class.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area. Some links on this page are affiliate links.