One problem related to other fuel system tank assembly has been reported for the 2004 Mercedes Benz C Class. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
I smelled strong vapors of gas inside my car and outside the area. I looked under car gas was pouring out from under fuel tank . Took it to ( towed that is) the shop find fuel tank was defective ! found hole in the tank on the tab if that makes sense . The shop called around for safety recall and mercedes see if any other information. I am aware mercedes has had problem in past with fuel tanks . The sop informed me if I drove this car with heat from exhaust would have caught fire . , I am trying to contact mercedes corporate head quarters with no luck . Is there anyway I can report file have recourse . This came to 3000. 00 out of pocket ! not mention it could have had serious consequences !.