Gasoline Fuel System Problems of Mercedes Benz E55

Mercedes Benz E55 owners have reported 101 gasoline fuel system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 6 most common gasoline fuel system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's tank assembly (33 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's fuel pump (29 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Gasoline Fuel System related problems of Mercedes Benz E55


Recently reported Gasoline Fuel System problems of Mercedes Benz E55

The Tank Assembly problem

My fuel tank has developed a leak where I can smell fuel both outside and inside the vehicle after filling the tank all the way. The odor is very pronounced and I am concerned about the safety of the vehicle if this much fuel is leaking from the tank.   Read details...

The Fuel Pump problem

Check engine light illuminated, code scan revealed code p0456. Inspection reveals fuel leakage at both the left fuel sender and the right fuel pump housings. Liquid fuel is externally evident along with the associated smell of raw fuel vapor.   Read details...

The Gasoline Fuel System problem

The contact owns a 2004 mercedes-benz E55. The contact stated that upon placing fuel into the gas tank, a strong gasoline odor began to emit from the vehicle. Upon inspection, the contact removed the rear seat and saw that fuel had leaked from the fuel pumps.   Read details...

The Tank Filler Pipe And Cap problem

The vehicle was repaired by the previous owner at mercedes under a recall, for the fuel leaks. The vehicle threw a code for gas cap. I replaced the gas cap. Two days later the check engine light disappeared and the car threw a code for an evap leak.   Read details...

The Fuel Hoses Lines/piping And Fittings problem

Strong smell of gas around rear of driver side and also inside of car. I removed the back seat and fuel pump cover to find gas pooling inside the compartment. Gas was also steaming out of a plastic piece connected to a hose. Photos were taken for documentation.   Read details...




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