Table 1 shows one common gasoline fuel system related problems of the 2003 Mercedes Benz 230.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Tank Filler Pipe And Cap problems |
Gas cap cover central system did not release on three separate occasions . The manual provides emergency trunk release but none exists notwithstanding gouging of arm on exposed sharp internal fender-trunk screws . Mercedes complaint office insists trunk release exists. Finally new country mb dealer, hartford, CT service mgr and chief mechanic admit to erroneous info in manual as did roadside assistance previously - even after contacting mb engineering I was able to prove this defect exists. Causing likelihood of injury to anyone following manual instruction re reaching into trunk panel covering where exposed 1 inch screws exist in precise area of instruction info - which caused my injury. There was no emergency release provided nor did one exist on a replaced actuator - which I retained . Even if one existed - the operator must reach in about 2-3 feet entire length of arm before reaching actuator - inherent dangerous manufacture defect.