Mercedes Benz E550 owners have reported 3 power train related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 3 most common power train problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's automatic transmission (1 problem). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's transfer case (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Automatic Transmission problems | |
| Transfer Case problems | |
| Power Train problems |
2010 Mercedes Benz 350 e4matic rolled away after parked on hill , parking brake set, and engine off. The vehicle shift selector will not move to park unless key is out of ignition or shift lever is placed in park. Read details...
At 80mph, the front driveshaft u-joint failed, which caused a loss of power and a loud clunking sound. Vehicle would not move on its own power. Teardown showed a completely destroyed front driveshaft u-joint, damage to heat shielding, damage to oxygen sensors, damage to the catalytic converter, Read details...
Transmission cooler which I manufactured inside the radiator failed causing transmission fluid to mix with anti-freeze/coolant, now the transmission slips and per recommendation from a mercedes dealership the vehicle needs a new transmission, torque converter, radiator, radiator cap, new upper and Read details...