Table 1 shows three common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 2001 Mercedes Benz E Class.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Catalytic Convertor problems | |
| Engine Knocking Noise problems | |
| Engine problems |
2001 benz e320 wheel bearings failed. ***** the consumer noticed a scraping noise coming from the front passengers side of the vehicle. The noise became progressively worse until the vehicle became undrivable. The consumer also noticed that the vehicle was pulling to the right. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who indicated that the vehicle needed new bearings on both front wheels and a new left spindle, rotor and brake pads. The dealer has replaced the instrument cluster (3 times), fuel level sensor, oil level sensor, a/c control and regulators ( 3 times), steering lock and key, right headlight assembly, both catalytic converters and the right rear window regulator. All these repairs were covered under warranty.
While driving heard a loud knocking noise underneath the hood of the vehicle. This caused the vehicle to stall. Consumer was able to restart vehicle and drove it to dealer for analysis. The mechanic could not resolve the problem.
Intermittently while driving, the engine completely died. The dealer has been unable to duplicate the issue. The vehicle is a 2001 mercedes e320. The engine would shut off intermittently. After about 5 minutes the vehicle would restart. The consumer took the vehicle in several times for repair but the problem could not be found. The washer tube came off and caused washer fluid to leak. The fuel gauge failed which caused it to read incorrectly. The head rest motor failed.