Table 1 shows three common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 1998 Mercedes Benz E430. The number one most common problem is related to the gas recirculation valve (egr valve) (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the engine stall (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Gas Recirculation Valve (egr Valve) problems | |
| Engine Stall problems | |
| Engine Belts And Pulleys problems |
Stalling, abrupt engine failure, fail to or delayed start: frequency - 6 times per year, no warning. 1/yr - fail to start and delayed starting for several minutes; 5/yr engine stopped/ stalled while operating at speeds from 35 to 65 mph. 1. Read details...
Yesterday I got rear ended by another vehicle. This accident happened because my engine stalled while I was approaching an intersection and I was slowing down to make a turn. The cause of the accident was related to a known mechanical problem with Mercedes Benz. Read details...
While driving 10-15 mph another vehicle hit consumers vehicle on drivers side. Seatbelt did not restrain consumer properly as he was tossed from side to side. Consumer was injured in accident. Vehicle stalled while driving. Acid damage from battery due to missing vent hose. Read details...