2003 Mercedes-Benz E320 service brakes problems
57 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the service brakes on the 2003 Mercedes-Benz E320 — 27% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2003 Mercedes-Benz E-320. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the braking system became inoperable. The contact stated that the ABS warning light was illuminated after the failure. The contact stated that the failure was related to TSB: 2005110001. The contact called the…”
filed Jul 15, 2024
“MB USA is not honoring Recall 2005110001 for 25 years per NHTSA Bulletin. The Mercedes Benz Representative said that the recall is closed for a 2003 car, but which should not be closed until 2028 for my car. The Mercedes Benz Representative agreed that she does see the car matches the 2003-2006 E…”
filed Jul 15, 2024
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Complaint Noises/ squealing from the service brake in various driving situations and ambient conditions. Cause Frictional vibrations Remedy AMG brake systems are designed for high loads. This can result in noises under…
LI42.10-P-063502 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 2, 2025
Service Brakes problems in other E320 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 E320 | 15 | 37% |
| 2005 E320 | 43 | 19% |
| 2004 E320 | 41 | 20% |
| 2002 E320 | 1 | 4% |
| 2000 E320 | 3 | 7% |
| 1999 E320 | 1 | 1% |
| 1998 E320 | 1 | 3% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2003 Mercedes-Benz E320
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.