Table 1 shows one common gasoline fuel system related problems of the 2004 Mercedes Benz SL500.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Tank Assembly problems |
The contact owns a 2004 Mercedes Benz Sl500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, a knocking noise emitted from the rear driver's side. The dealer diagnosed that fuel tank needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The VIN was unavailable. The approximate failure mileage was 78,000.
2004 mercedes-benz Sl500, loud knocking noise from the rear. Fuel tank might need to be replaced. . . Seems to be a common problem with these cars.
Baffle in my fuel tank on my 2004 mercedes sl 500 has broken. Causes a loud knocking sound. Entire fuel tank has to be replaced. Researching many blogs and forums found many of sl owners has same experienced. I believe this should be handled under a recall from the manufacturer.
Baffle in my fuel tank on my 2004 mercedes sl 500 has broken. Causes a loud knocking sound and the only remedy is to spend $3000 to have the entire fuel tank replaced. This is happening to hundreds of Mercedes Benz sl owners. I believe this should be handled under a recall from the manufacturer.