2012 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2012

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2012 Mercedes-Benz E-Class repairs by problem area

Engine (26%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (9%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (27%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (20%)

Other (10%)

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2012 Mercedes-Benz E-Class body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (8%)

< $100 (92%)

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Chart based on 13 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2012 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Wagon

302-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD

95000 mi Replace liftgate latch 
41100 mi

US $300
Had to replace frame of backseat in wagon It was rattling and replaced under warranty. 

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2012 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 402hp 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD

21000 mi 1. Panoramic sunroof popping noises and 2. sunroof wouldn't fully close each time. After repair, popping is less frequent and sunroof closes fully more frequently. Pano roof still not 100% perfect after repair. 
24500 mi Panoramic / pano roof started making popping noises again. Dealer fixed it again under warranty. 
27000 mi Sun visor clipped loose / broken; part ordered and will be replaced 
33000 mi Sliding door over cupholder in center console not sliding as designed; needs to be replaced (not covered under MB ext warranty). Sliding door was adjusted ~1yr ago at no-charge under b2b warranty and now is broken and needs to be replaced 

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2012 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 210hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD

32000 mi Gas (diesel) door would not close flush. 
34000 mi Interior wood grain trim was completely replaced. Original trim had 'washed out' or 'faded' looking areas. 
42000 mi Steering wheel wood had faded. 
28000 mi Rattle from center console. 

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2012 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan

302-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD

101000 mi

US $75
Windshield leak. Used flowable silicone to seal it up. 
20000 mi Wood trim faded. 
42000 mi Interior wood trim showed signs on cracking. All interior wood trim including steering wheel replaced. 

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2012 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan

302-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD

12000 mi Armrest on drivers door squeaking. 

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2012 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Body Problems

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