Mercedes Benz E350 owners have reported 619 other fuel system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 6 most common other fuel system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's other fuel system (245 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's other fuel system tank assembly (214 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
Fuel smell in the rear of the car, it was checked by a indepent mechanic and the tank is leaking fuel. They said is the fuel filter which is usually faulty in this model. It seems the car can catch fire according to the mechanig. No warnings of the leaking in the dashboard, only the strong smell. Read details...
Fuel tank and fuel parts leaking. 2 repairs and car often smells of gasoline especially in the garage. Read details...
Strong gas odor after filling and for few days took it for repair find the sending unit cover leaking it had filled the cover and part of the tank. The odor was on and of about six months ago but only it was getting worse lately and needed repair. Read details...
Strong fuel smell in the cabin when I start the car in the morning. I'm seeing this as a common issue in threads online. Car out of warranty so need help making this a recall item given the danger of fuel leaks. Read details...
Fuel tank was filled until automatic nozzle shut off was activated. Vehicle was driven home approx 3. 5 miles and parked in the street. Next day there was a puddle of fuel approx 2 ft x 2 ft on the pavement and under the car, just forward of the right rear tire. Read details...