Other Fuel System Problems of Mercedes Benz E500

Mercedes Benz E500 owners have reported 197 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 tank assembly (66 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's other fuel system (62 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Other Fuel System problems of Mercedes Benz E500

The Other Fuel System Tank Assembly problem

Vehicle has a recall on replacement of fuel tank. Mercedes benz dealer did not want to honor the recall. When I fill car up with gas it leaks out of the tank and on the ground. Mercedes-benz dealer said I missed the time for the recall.   Read details...

The Other Fuel System problem

I am submitting this complaint regarding a suspected safety-related defect involving the fuel system of my mercedes-benz vehicle. I have experienced a persistent gasoline odor originating from the vehicle.   Read details...

The Other Fuel System Tank Filling/charging problem

When filling the car with gasoline to a full tank, there is a strong smell of fuel that is very strong the next day. I have read in forums that this is a common problem with this model and that mb knows about this but is not doing anything about it.   Read details...

The Other Fuel System Pump problem

Fuel pump under warranty and mercedes dealer refused to reimburse for repair   Read details...

The Other Fuel System Hoses Lines/piping, And Fittings problem

I have a smell of fuel on the rear driver-side wheel. Seems like there is a fuel leak from either the fuel filter module or it is a tank leak. I took off the rear cushion and we can see and smell fuel visibly on the left side under the seat queshon and over the fuel filter module.   Read details...




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