Electrical System Related Problems of the 2005 Mercedes Benz E320

Table 1 shows six common electrical system related problems of the 2005 Mercedes Benz E320. The number one most common problem is related to the electrical system (ten problems). The second most common problem is related to the horn assembly (two problems).

Table 1. Electrical System related problems of Mercedes Benz E320


Recently reported Electrical System problems of the 2005 Mercedes Benz E320

The Electrical System problem

Battery light came on so it was charged then reconnected, everything good, turn key to on position everything good, turn key to start and bang! loud bang and white smoke everywhere, engine continued to smoke for several minutes after explosion, hole in front of engine   Read details...

The Horn Assembly problem

Vehicle was acting normally up to incident. Entering highway accelerating like normal and pulled out in front of tractor trailer when suddenly car had dramatic and frightening loss of power. Full throttle did nothing. Downshifting did nothing.   Read details...

The Software problem

The contact owns a 2005 mercedes-benz E320. While the vehicle was stationary, it was hacked into electronically. The brakes, air bags, radio, and all other electrical functions were able to be controlled, including the vehicle's software. The manufacturer and dealer were unable to assist.   Read details...


Electrical System related problems in other Mercedes Benz E320 model year vehicles:



E320 Service Bulletins
E320 Defect Investigations