Mercedes Benz 320 owners have reported 16 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 fuel pump (6 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's tank assembly (5 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Fuel Pump problems | |
| Tank Assembly problems | |
| Gasoline Fuel System problems | |
| Fuel Hoses Lines/piping And Fittings problems | |
| Tank Filler Pipe And Cap problems |
The fuel leaked onto the ground, onto the exhaust, and the smell was inside the vehicle cabin. We got the fuel pump assembly replaced but we still have a fuel cap failure now with no result. There is a design flaw present & using a band-aid for the problem will not solve anything. Read details...
I started noticing that every time I fill my gas tank, there is an extremely strong smell of gas. I purchased a new gas cover but didn't help. Since a year ago it has gotten worst every time. The guy at mercedes said its not important but they would charge ,e 165 dollars to take a look. Read details...
I would like to add my complain the action pe12001, my vehicle has a cdi motor but is leaking in the same manner I've been reading about. I always get a fuel odor in my garage. When I fill my vehicle it leaks from someplace and leaves a puddle of fuel on the ground on the rear drivers side. Read details...
Various problems with electrical, heating and cooling, suspension, power steering, lighting, and purge valve systems. Spent 7k in last 3 years alone. Heating and cooling system was removed and reinstalled twice and still does not work right. Read details...
Fuel will spray out of the gas cap filler on no specified conditions. Dealer replaced gas cap, but problem still exists. Read details...