In the European service world, Mercedes-Benz wheel-bearing and hub failures land on our lifts with regularity. 126 complaints across 26 year-model entries (2006–2023) is consistent with what we move in parts orders. The pattern repeats across model years, which usually points to a shared component supplier rather than a single bad production batch. 2 crash reports on file. Not a high count, but the failure mode has put owners in the position to file. Independent-shop repair on this category runs around $400; dealer pricing tends to run thirty to forty percent higher on European brands. Drive it across the conditions it will actually see — heat, cold, highway, stop-and-go. Pattern complaints surface under load, not in the dealer parking lot.
ProblemsByVin MERCEDES-BENZ / WHEELS
26 model-year entries · 2006–2023
Mercedes-Benz wheels problems
126 owner complaints filed with NHTSA against Mercedes-Benz vehicles for wheels issues. See wheels across all makes →
Complaints
126
Recalls
0
Year-models
26
Avg fix
$400
2crashes
1injury
Worst-affected Mercedes-Benz model-years for wheels Top 25 by complaint volume
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
11 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
8 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2019 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class
7 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2021 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
6 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
6 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
6 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class
6 complaints · ~$400 severe
2013 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
6 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
5 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
5 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
5 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris
5 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2015 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
5 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class
5 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
4 complaints · ~$400 severe
2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
4 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2007 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
4 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
4 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2023 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class
3 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2019 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class
3 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris
3 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2015 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
3 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
3 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2013 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
3 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
3 complaints · ~$400 moderate
Common questions
How many Mercedes-Benz wheels complaints are on file with NHTSA?
126 complaints across 26 model-year entries from 2006 to 2023. No active recall campaigns currently cover this category for Mercedes-Benz.
Which Mercedes-Benz model has the most wheels complaints?
The 2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class leads with 11 complaints in this category. Next: 2014 E-Class (8) and 2019 CLS-Class (7).
What does it cost to fix Mercedes-Benz wheels problems?
Independent shops average $400 for wheels repairs across the Mercedes-Benz lineup. Dealer pricing tends to run twenty to forty percent higher. Specific cost depends on the failure mode and parts availability.
Are there Mercedes-Benz wheels recalls?
No active NHTSA recalls currently cover wheels issues on Mercedes-Benz vehicles. The complaints are owner-reported and have not risen to a manufacturer recall.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database.
Editorial commentary written by Frank DeSantis, an independent contributor to ProblemsByVin
and not affiliated with Mercedes-Benz.
Severity ratings derive from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities on the NHTSA complaint and recall record.
Repair cost averages reflect independent-shop pricing and may differ in your area.