NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station Safety Ratings
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station scores 100 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 23 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
For the 2023 model year, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station Wagon AWD achieved a flawless crash-test performance across all federal categories, contributing to an Exceptional NHTSA Safety Index of 100/100. This model presents one of the most robust federal safety profiles in its segment, further supported by a perfect recall record and a defect score of 19.5/20.
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station Wagon AWD earned a 5-star overall NHTSA crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 100/100, sourced entirely from NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 3 Hatchback/Wagons from 2023 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station ranks 1 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- families prioritizing rollover safety
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 100 / 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 | 23 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 1 of 3 Hatchback/Wagons tested for 2023 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station?
The 2023 model year marks a measurable improvement over the 2022 E-Class Station Wagon, which carried a NHTSA Safety Index of 96/100. The 2023 edition climbs four points to a perfect 100/100, reaching the ceiling of the Exceptional band. That gain is traceable to a flawless crash-protection subscore of 70/70 and a perfect avoidance-tech score of 10/10, reflecting standard fitment of forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control across the trim. The defect-record subscore of 19.5/20 reflects the complete absence of recall campaigns, a meaningful distinction for a model year now circulating in the used market. The 23 unverified complaints represent a relatively modest complaint volume, and the breakdown shows no pattern of crash or fire allegations. The rollover risk figure of 10 percent, combined with the No Tip dynamic result, reinforces the side and rollover star scores. Taken together, the 2023 data points form an unusually consistent safety picture, with no single category pulling the index down.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station perform in crash tests?
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station Wagon AWD achieved a 5-star overall safety rating from NHTSA. This includes a 5-star rating in frontal crash protection, 5 stars in side impact protection, and 5 stars for rollover protection. The vehicle's rollover risk is assessed at 10 percent, with the dynamic tip test yielding a No Tip result. No categories within the NCAP suite were rated as weak or left unrated.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 18446
Index breakdown
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station have any recalls?
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station Wagon AWD has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. No components have been subject to a recall action for this specific model year. There are no park-outside or do-not-drive advisories associated with this vehicle. Shoppers should still run a VIN check, as campaigns can be issued at any time.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station?
NHTSA has received 23 unverified owner complaints for this model year. The most frequently alleged problem components are the Engine (7 reports), Tires (5), and Power Train (4), followed by the Electrical System (3) and Fuel/Propulsion System (2). No crashes or fires are alleged; 2 injuries are reported. All are unverified consumer allegations.
23 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station?
Buyers considering this 3-year-old wagon should run a VIN lookup on the NHTSA recall database before purchase, even though no campaigns are currently on file. Confirm that any remedy work from prior model-year campaigns was not carried forward, and verify the vehicle identification number clears at the time of sale.
- The 2023 model year improved four index points over the 2022 E-Class Station Wagon, moving from 96/100 to a perfect 100/100 on the NHTSA Safety Index.
- NHTSA recorded zero recall campaigns for this specific model year, a distinction that directly contributed to the near-perfect defect-record subscore of 19.5/20.
- All five NHTSA NCAP categories, including overall, frontal, side, and rollover, received 5-star ratings, with a rollover risk of 10 percent and a No Tip dynamic result.
- The 23 unverified NHTSA complaints skew toward Engine and Tire allegations, with no crashes or fires alleged and only 2 reported injuries, a comparatively contained complaint profile for a used-market vehicle.
RANKINGSWhere the 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station places
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station safety questions
Was the 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 100 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 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2023 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 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2023 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 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 23 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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 (2023)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Toyota Corolla | 87/100 | 5 of 5 | 3 |
| 2023 Ford Transit Connect | 86/100 | 4 of 5 | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 18446), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station 2023.
- 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 3 in the Hatchback/Wagon class for 2023.
- 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.