Mercedes Benz C55 owners have reported 5 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 hoses lines/piping, and fittings (2 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's other fuel system tank assembly (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Other Fuel System Hoses Lines/piping, And Fittings problems | |
| Other Fuel System Tank Assembly problems | |
| Other Fuel System Tank Filling/charging problems |
Very strong fuel odor inside cabin of vehicle while driving. Odor is very strong around drivers rear wheel and from the outside once parked. Smell of fuel is very strong at times while driving but seems to dissipate when driving at a faster speed I. E. On highway over 45mph. Read details...
Vehicle exhibiting same characteristics of fuel leak from gas tank as other vehicle models involved in NHTSA investigation ea13-003. Strong fuel odor originating from left rear section of the vehicle behind left rear wheel after fill-up. Read details...
I purchased a second 2005 amg C55 and once again, experienced fuel leaking at top of fuel sending unit. This is identical to the issue found in NHTSA action number : ea13003. Ea13003 should be expanded to 2005 & 2006 C55 amg's the problem is very dangerous as gasoline pools at the top of the Read details...