Gasoline Fuel System Problems of Mercedes Benz C300

Mercedes Benz C300 owners have reported 29 gasoline fuel system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 6 most common gasoline fuel system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's gasoline fuel system (23 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's fuel hoses lines/piping and fittings (2 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 C300


Recently reported Gasoline Fuel System problems of Mercedes Benz C300

The Gasoline Fuel System problem

The contact owns a 2017 mercedes-benz C300. While driving at approximately 15 mph, the contact observed smoke emanating from under the hood. The vehicle was driven to her work location and parked. Upon exiting the vehicle and opening the hood, she observed orange flames coming from the engine   Read details...

The Fuel Hoses Lines/piping And Fittings problem

The contact owns a 2011 mercedes-benz C300. The contact stated that after refueling his vehicle, there was an abnormal fuel odor throughout the vehicle. The contact also stated that the check engine light flashed intermittently while driving at various speeds.   Read details...

The Auxillary Tank problem

The contact owns a 2013 mercedes-benz C300. The contact stated that the fuel tank was leaking after refueling. The fuel had leaked out to half tank. The fire department was called, but no assistance was provided. The contact stated that there was a puddle of fuel in the driveway.   Read details...

The Tank Mounting problem

Tl the contact owns a 2017 Mercedes Benz C300. The contact stated that while the heater was activated, there was an abnormal fuel odor coming from the vents into the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or mechanic to be diagnosed.   Read details...

The Tank Assembly problem

2016 Mercedes Benz c-300. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle fuel system causes gas stations nozzle to disengage prematurely, which makes filling fuel tank difficult.   Read details...




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