Tank Assembly Problems of Mercedes Benz E Class

After filling up the fuel tank with gasoline, I smell an odor of gas until the tank is down to about 3/4 full.

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This isn't a complaint, it is a request for consideration of or assistance for the replacement of the gasoline tank for my vehicle. When I took ownership from the previous owner, the first time I filled up the gas tank, the vehicle was emitting a strong gasoline odor. I took the vehicle to the Mercedes Benz certified service representative here because this is where the previous owner always had this vehicle serviced. There were no records showing this problem being looked into, and when I asked the previous owner, he said he never filled up the gasoline tank, always putting in $15 - $20 or so at a time, therefore he never smelled the gasoline odor. The Mercedes Benz certified service representative informed me that this model along with 2005 and 2007 models had similar problems with the gasoline tanks. I then took it to our Mercedes Benz dealership here and talked with a service representative. He was very, very helpful, very knowledgeable, and told me there were problems with this issue on these models, but no vehicles had been recalled. He told me how much it would cost to have the gasoline tank replaced (worse case scenario) suggested I write to you and see if you would consider replacement or assistance. It is my first Mercedes Benz to own and I love this vehicle. I am a retired minister living on social security, so anything you could do for me would be prayerfully appreciated. Would you mind looking into this and assist me with this problem? thank you very much.

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The car has a very strong gasoline odor when the fuel tank is full. The gasoline odor permeates the cabin and, when parked in an enclosed garage, causes a high concentration of gas fumes that overwhelms a three car garage as well as the 1000 square feet located above the garage (even with all adjoining doors closed). Should the gasoline concentration reach the proper level, it may create a fire or explosion hazard. Once the tank is 1/8 empty, the fuel odor goes away and does not return until the gas tank is once again full. Had auto checked by the local mercedes dealer and they stated problem could not be located but I needed to replace entire fuel tank assembly to resolve issue. Took car to independent mechanic who found signs of gasoline leakage coming from the top of the tank and running down the driver's side of the tank. Based on research conducted on the web, it appears this is a reoccuring problem with E Class mercedes years 2003 to 2006. The postings found on several Mercedes Benz owner sites indicates the problem has been detected since the cars were new. A personal friend, with the same year and model, has exactly the same problem. The prevalence of the issue indicates a design/ engineering failure that results in gasoline leaking from 'somewhere' in the fuel system in the vicinity of the fuel tank. I request an investigation into this issue with the objective of ordering a recall to address an obvious underdesign fuel system component.

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I currently drive a 2004 mercedes e500 4matic with 78,000 miles currently on it. Recently, after refueling the car I have noticed a very strong odor of gasoline both inside and outside of the car. After having the same issue after filling my tank about 3 times I decided to do some research on the issue. With not much searching I found a flood of complaints from mercedes owners claiming the exact same issues. From what I have gathered it sounds like its a safety concern and is a design flaw.

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Reference NHTSA action number: pe12001 every time I fill my tank there is a strong fuel smell, which lasts until it the tank level decreases.

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Very strong gas fumes when gas tank is full. Fumes completely permeate my two car garage and also enter passanger compartment. The fumes disappear when tank level reaches 7/8 full. There are several postings on different websites on the web regarding strong gas odor when the tank is full on e model mercedes years 2003 to 2006. This is a serious issue with potential for explosivity and/or fire. I contacted mercedes requesting the issuance of a service recalled based on the apparent high incidence. The company does not seem interested in taking any action.

Fuel leaking from vehicle near rear left tire. Found fuel around fuel sensor under rear passenger seat. Most evident after filling fuel tank. First discovered leak at 70k mileage and again on 128k.

Gas tank gauge not working at all. Yh.

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