Table 1 shows four common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 1998 Mercedes Benz E Class. The number one most common problem is related to the engine (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the gas recirculation valve (egr valve) (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Engine problems | |
| Gas Recirculation Valve (egr Valve) problems | |
| Catalytic Convertor problems | |
| Engine Belts And Pulleys problems |
Driving car at 55 miles per hour when harmonic balancer failed, lost power steering, was able to direct car to side of road. Had car towed to shop who diagnosed problem, suggesting it go to a mb dealer. Had car towed to dealer where Read details...
The crank shaft balancer disintegrated without warning at 40 mph resulting in partial engine destruction, oil pan, fan blade, fan shroud, idler pulley,etc. Car was towed to local mbz dealer and repairs completed in amount of $1584. Mbz area representative offered 50% compensation. Read details...
Catalytic converter loose inside, rattling and not effective. Read details...