Gasoline Fuel System Related Problems of the 2004 Mercedes Benz E500

Table 1 shows four common gasoline fuel system related problems of the 2004 Mercedes Benz E500. The number one most common problem is related to the gasoline fuel system (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the tank assembly (three problems).

Table 1. Gasoline Fuel System related problems of Mercedes Benz E500


Recently reported Gasoline Fuel System problems of the 2004 Mercedes Benz E500

The Gasoline Fuel System problem

The contact owns 2004 Mercedes Benz E500. The contact stated that after refueling, he was unable to start the vehicle and the check engine lamp illuminated. The contact stated that fuel fumes were also emitted into the vehicle.   Read details...

The Tank Assembly problem

For the past several months after filling the vehicle a strong gas smell/fumes are present in the vehicle. The smell/fumes subside when approximately 1/4 of the fuel in the tank has been used. On Friday may 31st 2013 the vehicle was filled with fuel.   Read details...

The Tank Filler Pipe And Cap problem

Gas odor both inside and outside of vehicle when tank is filled to maximum capacity. Odor lingers until tank is about half empty. Inspected fuel pump/filter located under rear drivers side seat and discovered gas leakage/puddle.   Read details...


Gasoline Fuel System related problems in other Mercedes Benz E500 model year vehicles:



E500 Service Bulletins
E500 Defect Investigations