Any High Mileage W212's Out There?
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From: Florida / Georgia
2014 E350, 2016 GLE350
2014 E350, 83,000 miles.
Issues so far...
-rear window screen, 25,000 miles
-fuel quality sensor, 81,000 miles
-engine and transmission mounts, 83,000 miles
-right side running lamp out, 83,000 mile (not fixed)
This seems like a lot of issues at less than 85k...
Issues so far...
-rear window screen, 25,000 miles
-fuel quality sensor, 81,000 miles
-engine and transmission mounts, 83,000 miles
-right side running lamp out, 83,000 mile (not fixed)
This seems like a lot of issues at less than 85k...
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2011 E350 & 2011 C300
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2013 SL550 Edition 1 and 2017 GLS 550
Both my independent shop and the Mercedes dealership put a scanner on it and came up with the same prognosis. And, of course, the reason I went in was the tranny was clunking, so I knew something was wrong.
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From: Paris Ontario
2012 E350 Bluetec
2012 e350 BlueTEC Canada
I I have a 2012 e350 BlueTEC with 200,000 km on it and everything is still original including the brakes. This car has been phenomenal. The only thing that went on it was the heater for the adblue but that was replaced under warranty. I do use the odd additive in my fuel during the winter time for cold starts but otherwise just use Lucas fuel additive every third fill up. Car still runs like brand new.
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From: DFW, TX
2014 E350 Wagon, 2025 GLC 350e, 2026 E53 Wagon
Well I'm at 190k now after 6 years. No issues at all, I just keep changing the oil every 10k miles. Replaced the spark plugs at 130k and finally needed new front pads and rotors at 175k miles.
I now have an intermittent leak in the air suspension which sometimes sags but most of the times it doesn't. I'm reluctant to change anything until it becomes predictable and reproducible. I'll probably replace the shocks and struts at the same time.
Last weekend I finally replaced the front 360 surround camera that had a cracked lens for a few years from a rock. It finally got foggy enough that I had to do it. Had the part on my desk for a few years, bought it on eBay for $200.
The interior is still immaculate, no tears in the premium leather, the massage seat is still working great, the Distronic Plus is as amazing today as it was 6 years ago and I will never buy another car without it.
Bought a new daily driver, a Golf R 6MT, so my annual mileage on the Benz will probably drop to a more reasonable 15k from the 30k that it's been seeing. The adaptive cruise with manual on this car works amazingly well and while it's a whole different car I love both equally for different reasons.
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From: Tampa
15' E400 Sedan | 10' BMW 335i 700whp+ 6266 Single Turbo
57k.... 15' E400 no issues... 28,000 mi last year alone. I change my oil every 8k with Shell Rotella and filters from FCP EURO ($8). Its the exact filter from MB just no logo. i can post pics
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2019 G70 6MT & 2022 Ford Maverick XL
To repair a DRL you'll have to replace the entire light assembly, but I'm sure you know that.
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From: New York
2010 E350 4Matic sedan
120,000mi on my 2011 212 RWD base and had a bunch of small things:
Picked up CPO with 50K
55K Cup holder door jammed itself up (not sure how, didn't get any coins or anything stuck in there). Dealer broke it trying to unjam it and replaced it under CPO warranty.
70-80K A repeated problem with some plastic fuel tank connection under the rear seat. It cracked 3 times and when the tank was full would fill the car with fumes. Every time it would go to the dealer, and every time about 3 months later it would be back for the same problem. The most recent repair however has stuck and it has been 3 years, so it is finally fixed. All done under CPO warranty
80K The 2 alum trim pieces on my steering wheel started to peel at the corners and they were sharp. Replaced with eBay plastic replacement pieces that actually look and feel better with a nice satin finish. All of like $6.
103K Driver power door lock button replaced, worked find but the black plastic that covers the button was starting to flake at the edges and looked bad.
105K Trans mount before it became a problem and some EGR top end bit that was throwing a code for minor leak, both were cheap fixes at my local benz guy Benz Works in Huntington Beach
113K Idler pulley noise...eBay for $25, easy self fix.
115K left panel of the driver seat bottom leatherette finally started to crack. Local upholstery guy replaced the panel for $150, seat in car, looks like new.
My car eats batteries, every 18 months or so, no matter how I drive, maintain the battery...it just kills batteries but luckily Bosch is usually on sale at the local Pepboys and I get prorated or free replacements. Just a bit of a hassle.
All in all I have about $600-$650 in repairs since getting it used about 5 years ago.
Keep it washed, waxed and garaged, fix every tiny thing as it happens...still looks and drives showroom new and the best part, pink in hand, no payments.
Picked up CPO with 50K
55K Cup holder door jammed itself up (not sure how, didn't get any coins or anything stuck in there). Dealer broke it trying to unjam it and replaced it under CPO warranty.
70-80K A repeated problem with some plastic fuel tank connection under the rear seat. It cracked 3 times and when the tank was full would fill the car with fumes. Every time it would go to the dealer, and every time about 3 months later it would be back for the same problem. The most recent repair however has stuck and it has been 3 years, so it is finally fixed. All done under CPO warranty
80K The 2 alum trim pieces on my steering wheel started to peel at the corners and they were sharp. Replaced with eBay plastic replacement pieces that actually look and feel better with a nice satin finish. All of like $6.
103K Driver power door lock button replaced, worked find but the black plastic that covers the button was starting to flake at the edges and looked bad.
105K Trans mount before it became a problem and some EGR top end bit that was throwing a code for minor leak, both were cheap fixes at my local benz guy Benz Works in Huntington Beach
113K Idler pulley noise...eBay for $25, easy self fix.
115K left panel of the driver seat bottom leatherette finally started to crack. Local upholstery guy replaced the panel for $150, seat in car, looks like new.
My car eats batteries, every 18 months or so, no matter how I drive, maintain the battery...it just kills batteries but luckily Bosch is usually on sale at the local Pepboys and I get prorated or free replacements. Just a bit of a hassle.
All in all I have about $600-$650 in repairs since getting it used about 5 years ago.
Keep it washed, waxed and garaged, fix every tiny thing as it happens...still looks and drives showroom new and the best part, pink in hand, no payments.
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From: Houston Metro
16 Acura RDX 128k mi 2013 MB E550 4M 124mi
Mine had 69,905 miles when I bought it (March 16 2020). 2013 E550. My first MB. Good to see there's no major/minor issues happening with them besides normal maint
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2014 E350 station wagon gasoline
I was in Singapore last summer and took a Grab (same as Uber) taxi. It was a W212, MY escapes me.
It had 975,000km on the odo, I should have taken a picture.
It was a diesel model, the driver said the transmission was replaced but other than that not a lot of things went wrong with it.
It looked incredible for the mileage, the passenger seat was just a bit worn but otherwise was in great condition in and out, granted there is no snow or bad weather in Singapore.
It had 975,000km on the odo, I should have taken a picture.
It was a diesel model, the driver said the transmission was replaced but other than that not a lot of things went wrong with it.
It looked incredible for the mileage, the passenger seat was just a bit worn but otherwise was in great condition in and out, granted there is no snow or bad weather in Singapore.
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2020 GLS450 (wife) / 2024 Ford Bronco (mine) / 2014 VW Tiquan (son)
I just kicked over 50,000 on my 2014. I’ve had some things, but nothing catastrophic. Had to fix the driver’s seat frame to make it more comfortable (a lot), bad speaker, minor trim pieces coming loose (edge of trunk spoiler), and my fair share of bent wheels. Replaced the pads/rotors at 25k due to warped rotors and have now learned my lesson for the next set, as these too have warped (genuine mb parts).
maintenance wise, all of it and then some. Replaced the motor and transmission mount a couple months ago as a more precautionary requirement of mine, they were due but not broken. Flushed transmission fluid, brake fluid, rear differential, etc.
Overall, I’m quite happy with my car. Nothing like a heavy Benz that just effortlessly scoots on down the road to make you feel good about life sometimes. I think I might be a Benz guy for life now. I want a car that give me that something special feeling every time I look at it, drive it, sit in it. If it has that feeling, then I’m fine with spending money to fix it when it’s needed as I want to keep it looong term. This is why we’re waiting and saving up to replace our 2013 Highlander for a new GLS450 hopefully next year. Told my wife I’m ok with spending that kind of money if it’s for something that we both truly love, and is built to last. With those two ingredients, spending $5,000 - $7,000 over a 15 year period on repairs is good with me (instead of buying another new car again).
maintenance wise, all of it and then some. Replaced the motor and transmission mount a couple months ago as a more precautionary requirement of mine, they were due but not broken. Flushed transmission fluid, brake fluid, rear differential, etc.
Overall, I’m quite happy with my car. Nothing like a heavy Benz that just effortlessly scoots on down the road to make you feel good about life sometimes. I think I might be a Benz guy for life now. I want a car that give me that something special feeling every time I look at it, drive it, sit in it. If it has that feeling, then I’m fine with spending money to fix it when it’s needed as I want to keep it looong term. This is why we’re waiting and saving up to replace our 2013 Highlander for a new GLS450 hopefully next year. Told my wife I’m ok with spending that kind of money if it’s for something that we both truly love, and is built to last. With those two ingredients, spending $5,000 - $7,000 over a 15 year period on repairs is good with me (instead of buying another new car again).
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From: Houston Metro
16 Acura RDX 128k mi 2013 MB E550 4M 124mi
So, tell me nc211
I don't want to go down that same road and buy warped rotors when I replace mine.
What did you learn? Is there another brand other than genuine that's better (more reliable)?
I don't want to go down that same road and buy warped rotors when I replace mine.
What did you learn? Is there another brand other than genuine that's better (more reliable)?
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2020 GLS450 (wife) / 2024 Ford Bronco (mine) / 2014 VW Tiquan (son)
I'm not exactly sure, I have not crossed that bridge yet, but have seen on here guys recommending a certain type, but I can't remember right now. Abakeo-something-of-another.. I might go with solids instead of drilled for the front too. My fronts seem to warp/skip and the rear seem ok.
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From: MA
2008 E350 4Matic, 2011 E350 4matic
I'm not exactly sure, I have not crossed that bridge yet, but have seen on here guys recommending a certain type, but I can't remember right now. Abakeo-something-of-another.. I might go with solids instead of drilled for the front too. My fronts seem to warp/skip and the rear seem ok.
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2010 E350 4matic
I have a 2010 E350 4 Matic with 169,000 and finally tore the boot on left front drive axle... Brakes and fluids is all I have had to deal with... Sure has been a good car.. I am looking at a 2015 E350... I live in the south and I don't think I need the 4Matic so I think I with go with rear wheel drive this time.... I am not a big fan of the ideas behind the 2017, 18 E300... I'm just concerned about having a turbo to worry about on a newer model....
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From: Connecticut
E350 4MATIC 2011 W212/S550 4MATIC 2012 W221
2011 E350 4matic Sedan. Bought vehicle 2018 from dealer after checking Maintenance records with 192k. As of today vehicle has 203650 miles....no major issues. Scheduling 200k maintenance soon.
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From: DFW, TX
2014 E350 Wagon, 2025 GLC 350e, 2026 E53 Wagon
I'm up to 211K now on my 2014 E-wagon.
So far I have replaced:
- oil and filter every 10k miles
- spark plugs 2x, once at 120k, once at 180k
- air filter every 30k or so
- front rotors and pads, one time around 160k
- rear air shocks, they were slowly leaking
- rear drive propeller shaft, the CV joint on it fell apart, replaced it just before it would have caused permanent damage to the car. This is a known weak point but who can complain after 180k miles?
Overall I'm extremely impressed in how little maintenance this car required and how well it runs still. I had a brand new Mazda CX-5 as a rental on my last trip and when I came home I couldn't believe just how much nicer my E-wagon was with 210k+ on the odo.
So far I have replaced:
- oil and filter every 10k miles
- spark plugs 2x, once at 120k, once at 180k
- air filter every 30k or so
- front rotors and pads, one time around 160k
- rear air shocks, they were slowly leaking
- rear drive propeller shaft, the CV joint on it fell apart, replaced it just before it would have caused permanent damage to the car. This is a known weak point but who can complain after 180k miles?
Overall I'm extremely impressed in how little maintenance this car required and how well it runs still. I had a brand new Mazda CX-5 as a rental on my last trip and when I came home I couldn't believe just how much nicer my E-wagon was with 210k+ on the odo.
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From: Sammamish, WA
2011 E350 Wagon, 2010 GL450
I'm at 133k miles and in addition to the normal maintenance (motor mounts, brakes, belt, fluids), I've also replaced the front control arms and all four wheel bearings. When I last got an alignment, they mentioned the rubber on the control arms was too soft and the rear wheel bearings were starting to make noise. I decided to do the front bearings while I was at it.
When I first bought it about 2.5 years ago, I also replaced the front sway bar because it had broken free from the bushings and was creaking pretty bad. Overall I've been very impressed with how little it's needed once I got the stage 0 done after buying. Other than motor mounts and having to buy a whole new sway bar ($$$) instead of just new bushings, it's all been standard fare for car care.
When I first bought it about 2.5 years ago, I also replaced the front sway bar because it had broken free from the bushings and was creaking pretty bad. Overall I've been very impressed with how little it's needed once I got the stage 0 done after buying. Other than motor mounts and having to buy a whole new sway bar ($$$) instead of just new bushings, it's all been standard fare for car care.
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From: Cincinnati
2010 E350 4Matic
I'm at 133k miles and in addition to the normal maintenance (motor mounts, brakes, belt, fluids), I've also replaced the front control arms and all four wheel bearings. When I last got an alignment, they mentioned the rubber on the control arms was too soft and the rear wheel bearings were starting to make noise. I decided to do the front bearings while I was at it.
When I first bought it about 2.5 years ago, I also replaced the front sway bar because it had broken free from the bushings and was creaking pretty bad. Overall I've been very impressed with how little it's needed once I got the stage 0 done after buying. Other than motor mounts and having to buy a whole new sway bar ($$$) instead of just new bushings, it's all been standard fare for car care.
When I first bought it about 2.5 years ago, I also replaced the front sway bar because it had broken free from the bushings and was creaking pretty bad. Overall I've been very impressed with how little it's needed once I got the stage 0 done after buying. Other than motor mounts and having to buy a whole new sway bar ($$$) instead of just new bushings, it's all been standard fare for car care.
Last edited by MBNUT1; Jun 16, 2021 at 06:03 PM.
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E300 2015
E300 2015 Sedan
purchased used at around 3000 km, currently at 220,000 km And still running strong, i will try to list the major issues that i had in the last couple of years.
-one of the idle pulleys (i dont know what exactley they are called) broke while driving down the highway which led to ripping the belt.(if you hear a whispering noise from the engine thats a sign of a bad pully) sadly learned the hard way.
-auxiliary battery malfunctioned at around 120k
-TPMS (right back side) went out at 210k
-speakers started to go bad at around 160k ( not a big deal for me)
-lane keep assist stopped working at around 140k (it started working now for some reason)
-flash headlights stopped working (if i need to alert someone i use the high beams)
-tail lights stopped working which is common on the facelift (brake lights are fine)
Excuse my bad english but thst is as far as i can remember for the major issues.
- oil is changed every 9,000 kms ( due to leaving the engine idling for quite a while.
-spark plugs every 90k
-belt every 100k (pulleys also if needed)
-Air filter 30-40k
-cabin filter around 60k
otherwise the m276 engine is quite reliable if you take good care of the maintenance.
-one of the idle pulleys (i dont know what exactley they are called) broke while driving down the highway which led to ripping the belt.(if you hear a whispering noise from the engine thats a sign of a bad pully) sadly learned the hard way.
-auxiliary battery malfunctioned at around 120k
-TPMS (right back side) went out at 210k
-speakers started to go bad at around 160k ( not a big deal for me)
-lane keep assist stopped working at around 140k (it started working now for some reason)
-flash headlights stopped working (if i need to alert someone i use the high beams)
-tail lights stopped working which is common on the facelift (brake lights are fine)
Excuse my bad english but thst is as far as i can remember for the major issues.
- oil is changed every 9,000 kms ( due to leaving the engine idling for quite a while.
-spark plugs every 90k
-belt every 100k (pulleys also if needed)
-Air filter 30-40k
-cabin filter around 60k
otherwise the m276 engine is quite reliable if you take good care of the maintenance.
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From: San Antonio TX
2011 e63 AMG
Hi, I just got the bad news that I have to replace the ISM on my 2012 e63. On the off chance that you’re still around this forum, can you tell me how much it cost to replace the ISM on your vehicle? And did you have to go to the dealership to get it done? Absolutely dreading having to get them to fix it as I’m sure it’s gonna cost an arm and a leg.
