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2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Steering Problems

Steering complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has 12 NHTSA steering complaints and 0 steering-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Airbags
137
Other
39
Suspension
34
Brakes
12
Steering
12
Structure
11
Engine
9
Powertrain
8
Electrical
7
Seats
6
Tires
6
Fuel System
4
Seat Belts
3
Wheels
3

12

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 9, 2026

All Steering Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Sep 18, 2025STEERING,SERVICE BRAKESSubject: Safety Concern – Mercedes-Benz E350 4MATIC (2011) Subframe and Brake Line Rust Dear [Merce...
Dec 13, 2023STEERING,SUSPENSIONWhile driving at approximately 55mph on the highway, I was required to brake for a merging vehicle w...
Feb 16, 2023STEERING,STRUCTURE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMPower steering is makes winding noise and very wobbly Wood grain interior is turning white Emissio...
Jan 9, 2023STEERINGThe contact owns a 2011 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated while driving approximately 5 MPH and...
Sep 30, 2022STEERING,SUSPENSION,STRUCTUREThe rear subframe failed as a result of pre-mature corrosion while traveling at 70mph. Control of v...
Aug 27, 2021STEERING,SUSPENSION,STRUCTUREThe rear "K" suspension subframe assembly had to be replaced because of rust internally in the vehic...
Dec 30, 2020STEERINGMY VEHICLE IS A 2011 E350 MERCEDES ALL A & B SERVICE FROM THE SAME DEALERSHIP PARKPLACE MERCEDES. WE...
Feb 27, 2019STEERINGTHE STEERING WHEEL LOCKS UP WHILE DRIVING SO THAT YOU CAN'T TURN THE WHEEL. THE COLUMN SAYS IT IS I...
Aug 23, 2018STEERING,ENGINETL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT ...
Jan 18, 2017STEERINGTL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE STEERING SEIZED WITHOUT WA...
Feb 12, 2015STEERINGEXCESSIVE STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION WHEN BRAKING FROM 50-40MPH. CREATES UNSAFE DRIVING ENVIRONMENT, ...
Jan 31, 2011STEERINGTL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MERCEDES BENZ E-350. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 1 MPH IN REVERSE THE ST...

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