2016 Audi A3 Cabriolet vs 2016 Mercedes-Benz E400
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2016 Audi A3 Cabriolet | 2016 Mercedes-Benz E400 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 36 | 34 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 517 | 152 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 28 | 23 |
| Median reported mileage | 32,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi A3 Cabriolet | Mercedes-Benz E400 |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 15 | 22 |
| Engine | 6 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 6 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 1 |
| Steering | 1 | 4 |
| Power Train | 3 | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 0 |
2016 Audi A3 Cabriolet
2016 Mercedes-Benz E400
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.