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2016 Audi A3 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.

Metric2016 Audi A32016 Mercedes-Benz E400
NHTSA complaints8134
Recall campaigns37
Service bulletins (TSBs)487152
Investigations11
Crash reports31
Fire reports20
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)2723
Median reported mileage

Reported problems side by side

ComponentAudi A3Mercedes-Benz E400
Air Bags3622
Fuel/propulsion System161
Electrical System151
Engine92
Power Train61
Engine and Engine Cooling40
Fuel System, Gasoline40
Steering04

Symptoms owners describe

Airbag warning light80

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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.