Other Fuel System Problems of Mercedes Benz GL450

Mercedes Benz GL450 owners have reported 9 other fuel system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 3 most common other fuel system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's other fuel system (4 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's other fuel system tank assembly (3 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Other Fuel System related problems of Mercedes Benz GL450


Recently reported Other Fuel System problems of Mercedes Benz GL450

The Other Fuel System problem

On several occasions the engine has shut down without warning. This has happened at idle (stopped at a red light) and when traveling 70+mph on the interstate. The event happens very fast and the engine restarts within 30sec.   Read details...

The Other Fuel System Tank Assembly problem

There is a strong odor of gas coming from the back drivers side wheel when parked and when driving. We haven't found any gas on the floor of our garage but definitely a strong gas smell and fumes. We have tried to fill the tank 1/2 way but it doesn't seem to help the smell/fumes are throughout our   Read details...

The Other Fuel System Pump problem

I was driving 70 mph on I-80 highway when my car completely shut down. The speedometer went from 70 down to 10 mph in about 2 seconds. There was no warning, no lights, bells, or signals to warn me that my fuel pump needed to be replaced.   Read details...




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