Automatic Transmission Torque Converter Problems of Mercedes Benz E500

The original radiator for the 2003 Mercedes Benz E500 leaks coolant into the transmission and torque converter, causing the car to jerk and jump. The coolant in the transmission acts as an containment and ruins the transmission and torque converter, which later will need to be replaced, along with the radiator. These three major part including gaskets, hoses, and labor are extremely expensive. Nothing has been done to correct this problem. The dealership is stating that the only thing that can be done to fix this problem is to replace all three components at owner's expense.

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I purchased a 2003 Mercedes Benz E500 which was out of warranty. Shortly after purchasing the car my transmission started losing power on the expressway and making a loud roar from the back of the car. The car then started stuttering while at 60mph which posed a danger to myself , my family, and cars around me. This problem almost caused cars behind me to hit me because of the sudden loss of power. I immediately took my car to the shop and it turned out that glycol leaked into my transmission due to a faulty valeo radiator in my 2003 mercedes E500. I was told the trans was completely shot and had to pay over 10k for the trans, torque converter, and the radiator. The mechanic also showed me a tech bulletin p-b-27. 55/50f and that this problem is widespread. When I brought this to the attention of the mercedes dealer they wanted to charge me double of what my mechanic charge me and I couldn't afford it. They did not offer to fix the problem for free even though their radiator was faulty. My car only had 30,000 miles at the time of the trans going out on me. This was a dangerous mechanical failure as the car looses power and can cause serious damages if there is not a recall action taken.