Mercedes Benz E Class owners have reported 17 gasoline fuel system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 5 most common gasoline fuel system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's tank assembly (8 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's gasoline fuel system (5 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Tank Assembly problems | |
| Gasoline Fuel System problems | |
| Fuel Injection problems | |
| Fuel Delivery problems | |
| Fuel Hoses Lines/piping And Fittings problems |
After filling up the fuel tank with gasoline, I smell an odor of gas until the tank is down to about 3/4 full. Read details...
Whenever my car filled up (not over fill) with gasoline, the strong gasoline smell will last a few days. The car was investigated by mercedes dealer, they found fuel puddled at sender underneath the rear seat on left side. They stated that the car is not safe for use at this time due to fire hazard. Read details...
The check engine light came on while driving, and there was poor acceleration at highway speeds, consumer stated the entire fuel injection control module and fuel injection system had to be replaced. Read details...
My car is presently in the shop for the third time with a major fuel leak. Each time has been for a different leak. The repairs have not been done by a mercedes however replacement part have been purchase from mercedes and my repairer has been told that diesel leaks are not uncommon in these models. Read details...
After refueling and filling the fuel tank, a strong odor of gasoline emits from the outside of the car and inside the car. After checking online, previous complaints of fuel level sending unit seal failure causing pooling of gasoline around the sending unit next to electrical connectors and Read details...