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NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD

2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Phev

Recall and complaint safety record from NHTSA. This configuration has not been crash-tested.

0Recalls
4Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS PHEV

The 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class PHEV slots into the competitive luxury midsize sedan segment, pairing a traditional combustion powertrain with plug-in hybrid technology. It targets affluent buyers who want the prestige and refinement of the E-Class nameplate alongside the efficiency appeal of electrified driving. As a freshly introduced variant, its safety record is still taking shape, making a clear-eyed look at the available data especially important.

VERDICT

The 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Phev has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 0 recalls and 4 owner complaints on file, giving it a clean recall and complaint burden.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • shoppers who want the full federal safety picture in one place
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally regard the E-Class as one of the benchmark luxury midsize sedans, praising its cabin refinement, high-quality materials, and composed, comfortable ride. The PHEV variant is seen as a logical extension of the lineup for buyers seeking electrified efficiency without sacrificing the polished driving character and premium interior appointments the E-Class is known for.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

No vehicle recalls are on file for the 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Phev at NHTSA as of 2026-07-03. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the safety score.

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

4 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

0reported crash
0reported fire
0reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsElectrical System 2Air Bags 2Steering 1Power Train 1Unknown Or Other 1
Last verified 2026-07-03. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings, recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Mercedes-Benz E-Class Phev 2026. Methodology · Disclosure