NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station Safety Ratings
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station scores 96 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 20 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station wagon 4WD achieved an exceptional safety profile, earning a NHTSA Safety Index of 96 out of 100. This places it among the highest-rated vehicles reviewed, reflecting a robust performance in crash protection, avoidance technology, and its defect record.
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station wagon SW 4WD received a 5-star overall crash-test rating from NHTSA and a NHTSA Safety Index of 96/100 based on federal NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 4 Hatchback/Wagons from 2022 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station ranks 1 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- families prioritizing rollover safety
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 96 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 9.7% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 20 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 1 of 4 Hatchback/Wagons tested for 2022 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station?
A perfect 70 out of 70 in crash protection anchors the 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station Wagon 4WD's Exceptional 96/100 Safety Index score. This full-marks result reflects 5-star ratings from NHTSA across all tested disciplines, including a 10 percent rollover risk and a "No Tip" dynamic assessment. The vehicle's defect record further distinguishes it: a score of 18.75 out of 20 in that subcategory stems from an absence of recall campaigns for this model year. Its avoidance technology subscore, 7 out of 10, indicates that while forward collision warning and electronic stability control are standard, the omission of lane departure warning prevents a higher rating. Twenty owner complaints have been filed, focusing on the Electrical System and Forward Collision Avoidance; these unverified allegations do not impact the current Safety Index but warrant observation for future trends.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station perform in crash tests?
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station wagon SW 4WD achieves a perfect 5 out of 5 stars in every crash-test category assessed by NHTSA. This includes overall, frontal, and side impact protection. Furthermore, its rollover risk is rated at 10 percent, with dynamic tip testing yielding a "No Tip" result. No performance metric for this vehicle fell below the highest possible safety mark.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 16788
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station have any recalls?
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station wagon SW 4WD has zero NHTSA recall campaigns on file. No components have been flagged, and there are no park-outside or do-not-drive advisories associated with this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check, as recall status can change after publication.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station?
NHTSA has received 20 unverified owner complaints for this model year. The most frequently alleged problem areas are the Electrical System (5 reports), followed by Wheels, Forward Collision Avoidance, Unknown or Other, and Fuel System at 3 reports each. These are unverified consumer allegations, not established defects.
20 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station?
A VIN lookup on NHTSA's recall database remains critical for this 4-year-old vehicle, allowing potential buyers to confirm all recall campaigns have been addressed and any remedy work completed.
- This specific model year carries zero NHTSA recall campaigns on file, a clean defect record that contributes directly to its 18.75/20 defect-record subscore within the 96/100 Safety Index.
- NHTSA awarded perfect 5-star scores in all four tested categories for this model year, including a 10 percent rollover risk and a No Tip dynamic result, making it one of a small group of vehicles to achieve a clean sweep.
- Lane departure warning is absent from this model year's standard equipment, which is the primary reason the avoidance-technology subscore sits at 7/10 rather than a higher figure, despite forward collision warning and electronic stability control being standard.
- Twenty unverified complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model year, with the Electrical System and Forward Collision Avoidance each appearing among the top reported components, areas worth discussing with a pre-purchase inspector.
RANKINGSWhere the 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station places
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station safety questions
Was the 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 96 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 5 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 5 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 9.7%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 20 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other E-Class Station years
Rivals in Hatchback/Wagon (2022)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Toyota Corolla | 90/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2022 Ford Transit Connect | 89/100 | 4 of 5 | 1 |
| 2022 Ford Transit | 56/100 | 2 of 5 | 16 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 16788), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station 2022.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 1 of 4 in the Hatchback/Wagon class for 2022.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.