Mercedes Benz 500 owners have reported 3 other fuel system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 3 most common other fuel system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's other fuel system (1 problem). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's other fuel system tank mounting (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Other Fuel System problems | |
| Other Fuel System Tank Mounting problems | |
| Other Fuel System Tank Assembly problems |
Deteriorated engine harness wiring causing forced limp mode and other gremlins. Read details...
In June 2012 the car did not pass inspection and we were told we needed a new gas cap. We got a gas cap and it passed inspection. Since then we have had a strong fuel smell when the gas tank is filled completely. If we only fill the gas tank about 3/4 or less, there is no gas smell. Read details...
Brought car in for service and annual state inspection sticker, was told that the gas tank needed to be replaced due to malfunction that allowed gas vapors to escape from tank. Was told that it was no fault of my own but tank had to be replaced to pass inspection!!! the car was not misused or Read details...