Gasoline Fuel System Problems of Mercedes Benz 240

Mercedes Benz 240 owners have reported 11 gasoline fuel system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 5 most common gasoline fuel system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's tank assembly (4 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's fuel pump (3 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Gasoline Fuel System related problems of Mercedes Benz 240


Recently reported Gasoline Fuel System problems of Mercedes Benz 240

The Tank Assembly problem

My 2003 mercedes-benz c240 4matic was brought to the dealer for a 4th time on 7/8/09 for inoperable fuel gauge (fuel tank stayed on empty even though there was gas in the tank). This time the technician at the dealer contacted the mercedes-benz technical assistance center (tac) in germany to obtain   Read details...

The Fuel Pump problem

Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6) my mercedes c240 (VIN: [xxx]) burned up its fuel pump wiring, and the dealer that repaired it, says they have seen this many times before . I replaced a faulty fuel pump as diagnosed by my mechanic.   Read details...

The Fuel Injector problem

I have had a string of problems ever since I purchased my 2002 mercedes c240. I have had the panic alarm fail in a parking lot (fortunately I had pepper spray), I have had my seat retract all the way back and get stuck (I have to drive it to the dealer with pillows and blankets behind me) and have   Read details...

The Tank Mounting problem

My 2003 mercedes-benz c240 4matic was brought to the dealer on 9/23/08 (1st time of problem reported) for inoperable fuel gauge (fuel tank stayed on empty even though there was gas in the tank). The auxiliary pump, mounting plate, and seal ring were replaced (see other complaints with list of   Read details...

The Fuel Delivery problem

After bringing to the attention of Mercedes Benz of tampa a problem/concern with hesitation one week after purchase of my c240, I was told to start the car out in second or third gear. Approximately one and a half weeks later my engine stalled in the middle of an intersection, as a result there was   Read details...




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