Two problems related to engine and engine cooling have been reported for the 1998 Mercedes Benz E320. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 1998 Mercedes Benz E320. While driving 30 mph, the contact was informed by another motorist that the rear driver side tail light was not working. The contact also stated that the braking power diminished and required a lot more pressure to stop the vehicle. The contact also stated that the check engine indicator would illuminate intermittently. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was unknown.
The consumer states that the harmonic balancer broke causing damages. Ts the consumer states that when the harmonic balance flew apart, it had taken off the front cover of the motor and the oil pan. The dealer told the consumer that this was a faulty part. Scc.