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Active Recalls (4)

24V874000 Nov 19, 2024 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, and CLS vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The glass sunroof p...

22V954000 Dec 23, 2022 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, and CLS vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The glass sunroof pan...

21V196000 Mar 19, 2021 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2006-2007 C350, C230, C280, CLK350, E320CDI, E350 Wagon, E350, 2006 C55 AMG, CLK500, CLS500, CLS55 AMG, E500 Wagon, E500, E55 AMG, 2007 CLK550, C...

19V918000 Dec 20, 2019 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 vehicles. The bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame may deteriorate, possibly resulting in the glass panel detachin...

Complaints

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Dec 3, 2025 Service Brakes

Mercedes Benz issued a recall and extended a warranty on its 2003-2005 E Class SBC braking systems (recall # 2005110001) and extended the warranty to 25 years; the 2006 E Class models have the exact same SBC braking system but is not included in the recall. Mercedes needs to add the 2006 E Class mod...

Dec 3, 2025 Forward Collision Avoidance

Mercedes Benz issued a recall and extended a warranty on its 2003-2005 E Class SBC braking systems (recall # 2005110001) and extended the warranty to 25 years; the 2006 E Class models have the exact same SBC braking system but is not included in the recall. Mercedes needs to add the 2006 E Class mod...

Dec 3, 2025 Service Brakes

Mercedes Benz issued a recall and extended a warranty on its 2003-2005 E Class SBC braking systems (recall # 2005110001) and extended the warranty to 25 years; the 2006 E Class models have the exact same SBC braking system but is not included in the recall. Mercedes needs to add the 2006 E Class mod...

Dec 3, 2025 Forward Collision Avoidance

Mercedes Benz issued a recall and extended a warranty on its 2003-2005 E Class SBC braking systems (recall # 2005110001) and extended the warranty to 25 years; the 2006 E Class models have the exact same SBC braking system but is not included in the recall. Mercedes needs to add the 2006 E Class mod...

Oct 23, 2025 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 180,000 mi

The contact called on behalf of the owner of a 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that while his mother was driving at an undisclosed speed and approaching a traffic light, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the brakes failed to function as intended. The brake pedal was depressed down ...

Oct 23, 2025 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 180,000 mi

The contact called on behalf of the owner of a 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that while his mother was driving at an undisclosed speed and approaching a traffic light, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the brakes failed to function as intended. The brake pedal was depressed down ...

Oct 21, 2025 Visibility 97,900 mi

The contact's son owns a 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that while his son was driving at an undisclosed speed, the sunroof detached and shattered on the roadway. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the fa...

Oct 21, 2025 Visibility 97,900 mi

The contact's son owns a 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that while his son was driving at an undisclosed speed, the sunroof detached and shattered on the roadway. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the fa...

May 30, 2025 Unknown Or Other

Reduce power braking depress brake fully keeps popping up on my dash and not letting me take it out of gear

May 30, 2025 Unknown Or Other

Reduce power braking depress brake fully keeps popping up on my dash and not letting me take it out of gear

Aug 29, 2024 Engine

The engine in these cars are defective and can cause serious harm due to a part that was put inside the motor made of plastic. There was a lawsuit but if you didn’t get in on it you losses out for not knowing. I was recently at Mercedes dealership to fix recalls and they brushed me off. The car ca...

Aug 29, 2024 Power Train

The engine in these cars are defective and can cause serious harm due to a part that was put inside the motor made of plastic. There was a lawsuit but if you didn’t get in on it you losses out for not knowing. I was recently at Mercedes dealership to fix recalls and they brushed me off. The car ca...

Aug 29, 2024 Vehicle Speed Control

The engine in these cars are defective and can cause serious harm due to a part that was put inside the motor made of plastic. There was a lawsuit but if you didn’t get in on it you losses out for not knowing. I was recently at Mercedes dealership to fix recalls and they brushed me off. The car ca...

Aug 29, 2024 Engine

The engine in these cars are defective and can cause serious harm due to a part that was put inside the motor made of plastic. There was a lawsuit but if you didn’t get in on it you losses out for not knowing. I was recently at Mercedes dealership to fix recalls and they brushed me off. The car ca...

Aug 29, 2024 Power Train

The engine in these cars are defective and can cause serious harm due to a part that was put inside the motor made of plastic. There was a lawsuit but if you didn’t get in on it you losses out for not knowing. I was recently at Mercedes dealership to fix recalls and they brushed me off. The car ca...

Aug 29, 2024 Vehicle Speed Control

The engine in these cars are defective and can cause serious harm due to a part that was put inside the motor made of plastic. There was a lawsuit but if you didn’t get in on it you losses out for not knowing. I was recently at Mercedes dealership to fix recalls and they brushed me off. The car ca...

Mar 21, 2024 Service Brakes 149,000 mi

The contact owns a 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated while driving at 35 MPH, the vehicle would not stop when depressing the brake pedal. No warning lights were illuminated, however, the contact stated the entire instrument panel was illuminated in red. The vehicle was taken to a local i...

Mar 21, 2024 Service Brakes 149,000 mi

The contact owns a 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated while driving at 35 MPH, the vehicle would not stop when depressing the brake pedal. No warning lights were illuminated, however, the contact stated the entire instrument panel was illuminated in red. The vehicle was taken to a local i...

Feb 5, 2024 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 177,000 mi

The contact owns a 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that upon depressing the brake pedal, there was a beeping sound coming from the vehicle with a message stating "Stop, Reduced Braking Power, Depress Brake Pedal Fully" displayed on the instrument panel. The contact pulled over to shoulde...

Feb 5, 2024 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 177,000 mi

The contact owns a 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that upon depressing the brake pedal, there was a beeping sound coming from the vehicle with a message stating "Stop, Reduced Braking Power, Depress Brake Pedal Fully" displayed on the instrument panel. The contact pulled over to shoulde...

Dec 30, 2023 Engine

Certain Mercedes-Benz models 2005- 2007 M272 V6 and M273 V8’s have faced or are facing issues regarding the balance sprocket in which drives the camshaft and crankshaft of the vehicle. Mercedes-Benz had made a decision to make certain engine components out of soft metals, when such metals are not ...

Dec 30, 2023 Engine

Certain Mercedes-Benz models 2005- 2007 M272 V6 and M273 V8’s have faced or are facing issues regarding the balance sprocket in which drives the camshaft and crankshaft of the vehicle. Mercedes-Benz had made a decision to make certain engine components out of soft metals, when such metals are not ...

Oct 31, 2023 Engine

Engine codes P0016 and P0017 reads cam shaft and crank shaft correlation it is everywhere on the internet and on the Mercedes Benz Forum.This is a know problem that Mercedes has ignored. its on all 2004 thru 2008 vehicles with the 3.5 engine. Calls for a balancer shaft replacement. This should defi...

Oct 31, 2023 Engine

Engine codes P0016 and P0017 reads cam shaft and crank shaft correlation it is everywhere on the internet and on the Mercedes Benz Forum.This is a know problem that Mercedes has ignored. its on all 2004 thru 2008 vehicles with the 3.5 engine. Calls for a balancer shaft replacement. This should defi...

Mar 19, 2023 Fuel/propulsion System

PZEV fuel tank leaks at top but is not repairable. Replacement requires complete tank replacment which is not economically feasilble. This forces owners to continue to operate vehicle with fuel leakage since repair of the tank is not possible. In older models a simple gasket change would resolve ...

Mar 19, 2023 Fuel/propulsion System

PZEV fuel tank leaks at top but is not repairable. Replacement requires complete tank replacment which is not economically feasilble. This forces owners to continue to operate vehicle with fuel leakage since repair of the tank is not possible. In older models a simple gasket change would resolve ...

Dec 27, 2022 Engine

Driving the vehicle on several occasions on Interstate 66 and the vehicle spontaneously went into limp mode. Now we find out it's a balance shaft issue and is a known problem from Mercedes in the M272 engines for our 2006 E350 4-matic. They evidently used balance shafts with materials that were too ...

Dec 27, 2022 Engine

Driving the vehicle on several occasions on Interstate 66 and the vehicle spontaneously went into limp mode. Now we find out it's a balance shaft issue and is a known problem from Mercedes in the M272 engines for our 2006 E350 4-matic. They evidently used balance shafts with materials that were too ...

Dec 14, 2022 Fuel/propulsion System

I recently started smelling gas in my car after refueling. I was told by my mechanic that Mercedes was replacing fuel pumps and fuel tanks free of charge . Mercedes Benz customer care has advised this isn't so. This is an expensive repair and I am hoping Mercedes Benz can cover the cost of this ...

Dec 14, 2022 Fuel/propulsion System

I recently started smelling gas in my car after refueling. I was told by my mechanic that Mercedes was replacing fuel pumps and fuel tanks free of charge . Mercedes Benz customer care has advised this isn't so. This is an expensive repair and I am hoping Mercedes Benz can cover the cost of this ...

Dec 5, 2022 Engine

We just purchased a 2006 Mercedes for our teenage sons and had a dealer look at it before we purchased it. They told us there were a couple of codes that were worth watching but that it wasn’t anything significant right now. After the car started jerking and shaking while driving it, we brought it...

Dec 5, 2022 Engine

We just purchased a 2006 Mercedes for our teenage sons and had a dealer look at it before we purchased it. They told us there were a couple of codes that were worth watching but that it wasn’t anything significant right now. After the car started jerking and shaking while driving it, we brought it...

Nov 11, 2022 Fuel/propulsion System

In June 2017, I received a letter from Mercedes-Benz of America informing me that the warranty of the fuel system in my vehicle is extended to 15 years. In that same year, I had my whole fuel tank replaced by an authorized Mercedes Benz dealer in San Jose, California due to strong smell of fuel by t...

Nov 11, 2022 Fuel/propulsion System

In June 2017, I received a letter from Mercedes-Benz of America informing me that the warranty of the fuel system in my vehicle is extended to 15 years. In that same year, I had my whole fuel tank replaced by an authorized Mercedes Benz dealer in San Jose, California due to strong smell of fuel by t...

Aug 22, 2022 Service Brakes

February 22, 2022 I was driving from Memphis, TN to Flower Mound,TX. It was raining really bad and once I got to Texas on University Ave. My brakes went completely out. I had to shut the car off to stop. Shortly after I heard about a recall involving this same matter but it was for 2006 Mercedes SUV...

Aug 22, 2022 Service Brakes

February 22, 2022 I was driving from Memphis, TN to Flower Mound,TX. It was raining really bad and once I got to Texas on University Ave. My brakes went completely out. I had to shut the car off to stop. Shortly after I heard about a recall involving this same matter but it was for 2006 Mercedes SUV...

Aug 19, 2022 Fuel/propulsion System

THE CAR WOULD NOT START AS THE FUEL PUMP WAS FAULTY AND IS PART OF THE TANK DESIGN. MBZ KNEW OF THE PROBLEM BECAUSE THEY REPAIRED OR REPLACED SOME OF THE CARS BUT I WAS NEVER NOTIFIED TILL THE PROBLEM. IT COST ME UNDER $3,800 TO REPAIR AND REPLACE THE GAS TANK EVEN THOUGH THEY REPAIRED A LOT OF CAR...

Aug 19, 2022 Fuel/propulsion System

THE CAR WOULD NOT START AS THE FUEL PUMP WAS FAULTY AND IS PART OF THE TANK DESIGN. MBZ KNEW OF THE PROBLEM BECAUSE THEY REPAIRED OR REPLACED SOME OF THE CARS BUT I WAS NEVER NOTIFIED TILL THE PROBLEM. IT COST ME UNDER $3,800 TO REPAIR AND REPLACE THE GAS TANK EVEN THOUGH THEY REPAIRED A LOT OF CAR...

Jul 20, 2022 Service Brakes 140,000 mi

Brake failure at 40 mph. RED CAUTION light on : "STOP Reduced braking power Depress brake pedal fully"

Jul 20, 2022 Service Brakes 140,000 mi

Brake failure at 40 mph. RED CAUTION light on : "STOP Reduced braking power Depress brake pedal fully"

Jun 5, 2022 Engine

Balance shaft issues possible cause of vehicle stalls and safety concerns.

Jun 5, 2022 Engine

Balance shaft issues possible cause of vehicle stalls and safety concerns.

Feb 18, 2022 Fuel/propulsion System 184,000 mi

The contact owns a 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that while the vehicle parked, fuel was noticed leaking from the vehicle onto the driveway. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 184,000.

Feb 18, 2022 Fuel/propulsion System 184,000 mi

The contact owns a 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that while the vehicle parked, fuel was noticed leaking from the vehicle onto the driveway. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 184,000.

Dec 31, 2021 Fuel/propulsion System

Noticed strong gasoline odor in left rear wheel well after filling the vehicle with fuel. Since the vehicle had just been repaired for an unrelated issue at a local Mercedes dealer, I took it back to them for troubleshooting. They diagnosed the problem as a leak at the seal on the fuel pump in the t...

Dec 31, 2021 Fuel/propulsion System

Noticed strong gasoline odor in left rear wheel well after filling the vehicle with fuel. Since the vehicle had just been repaired for an unrelated issue at a local Mercedes dealer, I took it back to them for troubleshooting. They diagnosed the problem as a leak at the seal on the fuel pump in the t...

Nov 17, 2021 Visibility/wiper

roof started leaking & whistling, could feel air even when it was closed. went to get it checked out was told the glass panel was detaching.

Nov 17, 2021 Visibility/wiper

roof started leaking & whistling, could feel air even when it was closed. went to get it checked out was told the glass panel was detaching.

Jul 31, 2021 Fuel/propulsion System

Leaking fuel tank and gaskets. A strong smell of fuel internally in the vehicle and externally with a full tank of fuel. Mercedes Benz Warrantee extension PE#12001 "Covered Fuel Tank Components." Mercedes Benz denied claim because of PZEV vs non-PZEV type of vehicle. Both vehicles PZEV and non-PZEV,...

Jul 31, 2021 Fuel/propulsion System

Leaking fuel tank and gaskets. A strong smell of fuel internally in the vehicle and externally with a full tank of fuel. Mercedes Benz Warrantee extension PE#12001 "Covered Fuel Tank Components." Mercedes Benz denied claim because of PZEV vs non-PZEV type of vehicle. Both vehicles PZEV and non-PZEV,...

Jun 16, 2021 Fuel System, Gasoline 104,000 mi

The contact owns a 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated while the vehicle was stationary, she started to smell an abnormal fuel odor from the rear driver’s side seat. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was di...

Jun 16, 2021 Fuel System, Gasoline 104,000 mi

The contact owns a 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated while the vehicle was stationary, she started to smell an abnormal fuel odor from the rear driver’s side seat. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was di...

Jun 16, 2021 Fuel System, Gasoline 104,000 mi

The contact owns a 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated while the vehicle was stationary, she started to smell an abnormal fuel odor from the rear driver’s side seat. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was di...

Jun 16, 2021 Fuel System, Gasoline 104,000 mi

The contact owns a 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated while the vehicle was stationary, she started to smell an abnormal fuel odor from the rear driver’s side seat. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was di...

Jun 3, 2021 Engine

The crankshaft pulley is a two piece item. When excessive pressure is on it the pieces separate and disable the car. Upon replacing the belt or belt tensioner more pressure is exerted on the crankshaft pulley. Thus it fails and again disables the vehicle. When doing either of the replacement tas...

Jun 3, 2021 Engine

The crankshaft pulley is a two piece item. When excessive pressure is on it the pieces separate and disable the car. Upon replacing the belt or belt tensioner more pressure is exerted on the crankshaft pulley. Thus it fails and again disables the vehicle. When doing either of the replacement tas...

Apr 5, 2021 Fuel/propulsion System

I NOTICED THAT ANOTHER OWNER OF A 2006 E350 NOTED THAT HE/SHE HAD A FUEL LEAK. I HAVE HAD ONE, TOO. THE EXTENDED WARRANTEE RAN OUT IN 2020, SO MERCEDES WOULDN'T COVER THE REPAIR EXPENSES. BUT IF THEY KNEW FOR 15 YEARS THAT THIS WAS A PROBLEM, THEY SHOULD HAVE RECALLED THE CARS. AND IF THEY AREN'T G...

Apr 5, 2021 Fuel/propulsion System

I NOTICED THAT ANOTHER OWNER OF A 2006 E350 NOTED THAT HE/SHE HAD A FUEL LEAK. I HAVE HAD ONE, TOO. THE EXTENDED WARRANTEE RAN OUT IN 2020, SO MERCEDES WOULDN'T COVER THE REPAIR EXPENSES. BUT IF THEY KNEW FOR 15 YEARS THAT THIS WAS A PROBLEM, THEY SHOULD HAVE RECALLED THE CARS. AND IF THEY AREN'T G...

Mar 18, 2021 Engine

I NEED HELP WITH MY CRANKSHAFT PLEASE I SEE A LOT OF PEOPLE ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM

Mar 18, 2021 Vehicle Speed Control

I NEED HELP WITH MY CRANKSHAFT PLEASE I SEE A LOT OF PEOPLE ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM

Mar 18, 2021 Forward Collision Avoidance

I NEED HELP WITH MY CRANKSHAFT PLEASE I SEE A LOT OF PEOPLE ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM

Mar 18, 2021 Engine

I NEED HELP WITH MY CRANKSHAFT PLEASE I SEE A LOT OF PEOPLE ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM

Mar 18, 2021 Vehicle Speed Control

I NEED HELP WITH MY CRANKSHAFT PLEASE I SEE A LOT OF PEOPLE ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM

Mar 18, 2021 Forward Collision Avoidance

I NEED HELP WITH MY CRANKSHAFT PLEASE I SEE A LOT OF PEOPLE ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM

Mar 14, 2021 Unknown Or Other 30,300 mi

I FOUND FUEL (GAS) THERE IS A SMELL OF FUEL INSIDE CAR WHEN TAKE A GAS

Mar 14, 2021 Unknown Or Other 30,300 mi

I FOUND FUEL (GAS) THERE IS A SMELL OF FUEL INSIDE CAR WHEN TAKE A GAS

Mar 4, 2021 Fuel/propulsion System 47,500 mi

VEHICLE HAS LESS THAN 50K MILES, WE STARTED NOTICING AN INTERMITTENT STRONG FUEL SMELL IN THE CABIN IN THE SPRING OF 2020. WE FOUND OUT THAT THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE AND MERCEDES HAD ISSUED AN EXTENDED WARRANTY DUE TO THIS ISSUE. UNABLE TO GET THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER DUE TO COVID. WHEN WE DID GET...

Mar 4, 2021 Fuel/propulsion System 47,500 mi

VEHICLE HAS LESS THAN 50K MILES, WE STARTED NOTICING AN INTERMITTENT STRONG FUEL SMELL IN THE CABIN IN THE SPRING OF 2020. WE FOUND OUT THAT THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE AND MERCEDES HAD ISSUED AN EXTENDED WARRANTY DUE TO THIS ISSUE. UNABLE TO GET THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER DUE TO COVID. WHEN WE DID GET...

Feb 11, 2021 Unknown Or Other

ACCORDING TO YOUR WEBSITE, MY VIN CAME UP FOR A SAFETY RECALL. I TOOK MY VEHICLE TO THE MERCEDES BENZ OF VIRGINIA BEACH. THEY REFUSE TO SERVICE THE RECALL MANUFACTURER RECALL NUMBER2020040011 NHTSA RECALL NUMBER19V918 RECALL STATUSRECALL INCOMPLETE. ACCORDING TO THE DEALERSHIP, MY VEHICLE IS NO...

Feb 11, 2021 Unknown Or Other

ACCORDING TO YOUR WEBSITE, MY VIN CAME UP FOR A SAFETY RECALL. I TOOK MY VEHICLE TO THE MERCEDES BENZ OF VIRGINIA BEACH. THEY REFUSE TO SERVICE THE RECALL MANUFACTURER RECALL NUMBER2020040011 NHTSA RECALL NUMBER19V918 RECALL STATUSRECALL INCOMPLETE. ACCORDING TO THE DEALERSHIP, MY VEHICLE IS NO...

Feb 9, 2021 Unknown Or Other

I TOOK MY VEHICLE TO THE MB DEALER FOR A RECALL FOUND ON YOUR WEBSITE AND CARFAX. THEY TOLD ME THAT IT DID NOT QUALIFY FOR THE RECALL.

Feb 9, 2021 Unknown Or Other

I TOOK MY VEHICLE TO THE MB DEALER FOR A RECALL FOUND ON YOUR WEBSITE AND CARFAX. THEY TOLD ME THAT IT DID NOT QUALIFY FOR THE RECALL.

Nov 13, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System 106,885 mi

THERE IS FUEL LEAKING AND FLOODING ON TOP OF THE DRIVER SIDE FUEL SENDER UNIT UNDERNEATH THE REAR DRIVER SIDE SEAT WHERE IT IS LOCATED AT THE FUEL TANK. THIS WAS PREVIOUSLY A NHTSA FUEL LEAK INVESTIGATION FOR THESE WITH THE 2003-2008 E CLASS VEHICLES WHICH WAS LATER CLOSED DUE TO A RECALL BEING ISSU...

Nov 13, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System 106,885 mi

THERE IS FUEL LEAKING AND FLOODING ON TOP OF THE DRIVER SIDE FUEL SENDER UNIT UNDERNEATH THE REAR DRIVER SIDE SEAT WHERE IT IS LOCATED AT THE FUEL TANK. THIS WAS PREVIOUSLY A NHTSA FUEL LEAK INVESTIGATION FOR THESE WITH THE 2003-2008 E CLASS VEHICLES WHICH WAS LATER CLOSED DUE TO A RECALL BEING ISSU...

Nov 9, 2020 Service Brakes Crash 125,663 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, A WARNING MESSAGE OF 'RESTRICTING SYSTEM MANUFACTURE' ILLUMINATED AND 07:02 THE VEHICLE LOST ALL POWER. THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE STEERING, AND THE BRAKES FAILED. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO...

Nov 9, 2020 Engine Crash 125,663 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, A WARNING MESSAGE OF 'RESTRICTING SYSTEM MANUFACTURE' ILLUMINATED AND 07:02 THE VEHICLE LOST ALL POWER. THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE STEERING, AND THE BRAKES FAILED. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO...

Nov 9, 2020 Steering Crash 125,663 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, A WARNING MESSAGE OF 'RESTRICTING SYSTEM MANUFACTURE' ILLUMINATED AND 07:02 THE VEHICLE LOST ALL POWER. THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE STEERING, AND THE BRAKES FAILED. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO...

Nov 9, 2020 Service Brakes Crash 125,663 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, A WARNING MESSAGE OF 'RESTRICTING SYSTEM MANUFACTURE' ILLUMINATED AND 07:02 THE VEHICLE LOST ALL POWER. THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE STEERING, AND THE BRAKES FAILED. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO...

Nov 9, 2020 Engine Crash 125,663 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, A WARNING MESSAGE OF 'RESTRICTING SYSTEM MANUFACTURE' ILLUMINATED AND 07:02 THE VEHICLE LOST ALL POWER. THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE STEERING, AND THE BRAKES FAILED. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO...

Nov 9, 2020 Steering Crash 125,663 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, A WARNING MESSAGE OF 'RESTRICTING SYSTEM MANUFACTURE' ILLUMINATED AND 07:02 THE VEHICLE LOST ALL POWER. THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE STEERING, AND THE BRAKES FAILED. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO...

Oct 21, 2020 Visibility 94,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE SUN ROOF DETACHED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO NEW COUNTRY MOTOR CARS (1 WESTON ST, HARTFORD, CT 06120) WHERE THE SUN ROOF WAS INSPECTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CONTACT REFERENC...

Oct 21, 2020 Visibility 94,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE SUN ROOF DETACHED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO NEW COUNTRY MOTOR CARS (1 WESTON ST, HARTFORD, CT 06120) WHERE THE SUN ROOF WAS INSPECTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CONTACT REFERENC...

Oct 6, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System 120,000 mi

EXTREME SMELL OF FUEL WHEN MAKING SHARP OR EXTENDED TURNS (FREEWAY ON/OFF RAMPS). ESPECIALLY, WHEN FULL TANK IS FULL. CALLED LOCAL DEALER AND MBUSA WAS TOLD THIS IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE 15 YEAR ' FUEL LEAK' EXTENDED WARRANTY! PLEASE NOTE THE PUDDLING OF FUEL NEAR THE BOTTOM OF WIRE HARNESS IN PIC...

Oct 6, 2020 Service Brakes 120,000 mi

BRAKE FAILURE WHILE DRIVING ON FREEWAY. REDUCED BRAKING MESSAGE , ESP MESSAGE, AND 'STOP' ON SPEEDOMETER!

Oct 6, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System 120,000 mi

EXTREME SMELL OF FUEL WHEN MAKING SHARP OR EXTENDED TURNS (FREEWAY ON/OFF RAMPS). ESPECIALLY, WHEN FULL TANK IS FULL. CALLED LOCAL DEALER AND MBUSA WAS TOLD THIS IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE 15 YEAR ' FUEL LEAK' EXTENDED WARRANTY! PLEASE NOTE THE PUDDLING OF FUEL NEAR THE BOTTOM OF WIRE HARNESS IN PIC...

Oct 6, 2020 Service Brakes 120,000 mi

BRAKE FAILURE WHILE DRIVING ON FREEWAY. REDUCED BRAKING MESSAGE , ESP MESSAGE, AND 'STOP' ON SPEEDOMETER!

Oct 1, 2020 Service Brakes 163,530 mi

BRAKES FAILED, RED WARNING LIGHT ALERTED ME, I MANAGED TO STOP THE CAR ON A SLIGHT INCLINE WITH EMERG BRAKE HELP. LUCKILY I WAS GOING SLOWLY ON A CITY STREET. CAR WAS TOWED TO MERCEDES IN RICHMOND VA . THEY FOUND NOTHING WRONG AND RESET THE CODE. SAID IT WAS FINE TO DRIVE. WHEN I QUESTIONED THIS, ...

Oct 1, 2020 Service Brakes 163,530 mi

BRAKES FAILED, RED WARNING LIGHT ALERTED ME, I MANAGED TO STOP THE CAR ON A SLIGHT INCLINE WITH EMERG BRAKE HELP. LUCKILY I WAS GOING SLOWLY ON A CITY STREET. CAR WAS TOWED TO MERCEDES IN RICHMOND VA . THEY FOUND NOTHING WRONG AND RESET THE CODE. SAID IT WAS FINE TO DRIVE. WHEN I QUESTIONED THIS, ...

Sep 4, 2020 Air Bags 80,660 mi

SRS LIGHT STAYS ON. SCANNED SYSTEM AND GOT A CODE 9103. FOUND THERE WAS A TSB ISSUED BY MERCEDES FOR A WIRING PROBLEM AND HARNESS REPAIR FOR THIS MODEL. I DON'T THINK I SHOULD HAVE TO PAY THE 6 HRS LABOR FOR THIS REPAIR. IT WAS THEIR FAULT IN MAKING THE WIRING HARNESS TOO SHORT FOR A STEERING COLUM...

Sep 4, 2020 Air Bags 80,660 mi

SRS LIGHT STAYS ON. SCANNED SYSTEM AND GOT A CODE 9103. FOUND THERE WAS A TSB ISSUED BY MERCEDES FOR A WIRING PROBLEM AND HARNESS REPAIR FOR THIS MODEL. I DON'T THINK I SHOULD HAVE TO PAY THE 6 HRS LABOR FOR THIS REPAIR. IT WAS THEIR FAULT IN MAKING THE WIRING HARNESS TOO SHORT FOR A STEERING COLUM...

Jul 29, 2020 Visibility

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V918000 (VISIBILITY) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT CALLED AN UNKNOWN MERCEDES-BENZ DEALER LOCATED IN LITTLE ROCK ARKANSAS AND IT WAS CONFIRMED ...

Jul 29, 2020 Visibility

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V918000 (VISIBILITY) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT CALLED AN UNKNOWN MERCEDES-BENZ DEALER LOCATED IN LITTLE ROCK ARKANSAS AND IT WAS CONFIRMED ...

Jul 19, 2020 Structure

THERE IS A RECALL ON MY VEHICLE REGARDING THE SUNROOF. RECALL#2020040011. I TOOK MY VEHICLE TO A MERCEDES DEALER TO HAVE THE SITUATION REMEDIED. I SET AN APPOINTMENT FOR 10:00AM. I ARRIVED AT 9:30AM AND CHECKED MY VEHICLE IN. I SAT IN THE DEALERSHIP FOR 3 HOURS UNTIL I FINALLY GOT TIRED OF WAITING F...

Jul 19, 2020 Structure

THERE IS A RECALL ON MY VEHICLE REGARDING THE SUNROOF. RECALL#2020040011. I TOOK MY VEHICLE TO A MERCEDES DEALER TO HAVE THE SITUATION REMEDIED. I SET AN APPOINTMENT FOR 10:00AM. I ARRIVED AT 9:30AM AND CHECKED MY VEHICLE IN. I SAT IN THE DEALERSHIP FOR 3 HOURS UNTIL I FINALLY GOT TIRED OF WAITING F...

May 13, 2020 Service Brakes

THE BRAKE SYSTEM FAILS DURING NORMAL DRIVING . SBC PUMP FAILS SUDDENLY. AND WARNING MASSAGE TELLS YOU TO TURN OF THE CAR. VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION . IF SOME BODY MISS THE WARNING FOR FEW SECOND HE COULD KILL SOME BODY . NEVER SEEN BEFORE. *TR

May 13, 2020 Service Brakes

THE BRAKE SYSTEM FAILS DURING NORMAL DRIVING . SBC PUMP FAILS SUDDENLY. AND WARNING MASSAGE TELLS YOU TO TURN OF THE CAR. VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION . IF SOME BODY MISS THE WARNING FOR FEW SECOND HE COULD KILL SOME BODY . NEVER SEEN BEFORE. *TR

Apr 2, 2020 Service Brakes 124,000 mi

BRAKE REMAIN ENGAGED WHEN BRAKE [FOOT] PEDALS ARE DEPRESSED AT STOP LIGHT. IT ONLY DISENGAGES AFTER 0.5 SECONDS TO 1.0 SECONDS DELAY. THIS HAPPENS EVERY TIME THE BRAKES ARE PRESSED.

Apr 2, 2020 Service Brakes 124,000 mi

BRAKE REMAIN ENGAGED WHEN BRAKE [FOOT] PEDALS ARE DEPRESSED AT STOP LIGHT. IT ONLY DISENGAGES AFTER 0.5 SECONDS TO 1.0 SECONDS DELAY. THIS HAPPENS EVERY TIME THE BRAKES ARE PRESSED.

Mar 18, 2020 Structure

RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE STATING SEAL OF SUN ROOF MIGHT FAIL AND CAUSE IT TO COME LOOSE WHILE DRIVING. DEALERSHIP STATES PART NEEDED IS NOT AVAILABLE AND NO INFORMATION AVAILABLE ABOUT WHEN IT MIGHT BE.

Mar 18, 2020 Structure

RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE STATING SEAL OF SUN ROOF MIGHT FAIL AND CAUSE IT TO COME LOOSE WHILE DRIVING. DEALERSHIP STATES PART NEEDED IS NOT AVAILABLE AND NO INFORMATION AVAILABLE ABOUT WHEN IT MIGHT BE.

Feb 21, 2020 Visibility/wiper 124,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 50 MPH, WITHOUT WARNING THE SUNROOF DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER (MERCEDES-BENZ OF HONOLULU 818 KAPIOLANI BLVD, HONOLULU, HI 96813 (808) 592-5600) WHICH INFORMED THE CONTACT ...

Feb 21, 2020 Visibility/wiper 124,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 50 MPH, WITHOUT WARNING THE SUNROOF DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER (MERCEDES-BENZ OF HONOLULU 818 KAPIOLANI BLVD, HONOLULU, HI 96813 (808) 592-5600) WHICH INFORMED THE CONTACT ...

Feb 20, 2020 Visibility/wiper 124,220 mi

VEHICLE SUNROOF FLEW OFF ON THE FREEWAY.

Feb 20, 2020 Service Brakes 154,000 mi

THIS VEHICLE IS A THREAT TO MY HEALTH WITH ALL THE PROBLEMS I'M HAVING WITH IT. I HAVE TO PRESS EXTRA HAD TO STOP . HAD BRAKES CHECKED AND THERE WAS NO PROBLEM. THERE IS A BAD GASOLINE LEAK AND LOUD SMELL OF GAS WHEN I FILL UP. LOOKED UNDER REAR SEAT AND SAW GAS ON GAS TANK. DRIED GAS UP AND THE BIG...

Feb 20, 2020 Engine 154,000 mi

THIS VEHICLE IS A THREAT TO MY HEALTH WITH ALL THE PROBLEMS I'M HAVING WITH IT. I HAVE TO PRESS EXTRA HAD TO STOP . HAD BRAKES CHECKED AND THERE WAS NO PROBLEM. THERE IS A BAD GASOLINE LEAK AND LOUD SMELL OF GAS WHEN I FILL UP. LOOKED UNDER REAR SEAT AND SAW GAS ON GAS TANK. DRIED GAS UP AND THE BIG...

Feb 20, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System 154,000 mi

THIS VEHICLE IS A THREAT TO MY HEALTH WITH ALL THE PROBLEMS I'M HAVING WITH IT. I HAVE TO PRESS EXTRA HAD TO STOP . HAD BRAKES CHECKED AND THERE WAS NO PROBLEM. THERE IS A BAD GASOLINE LEAK AND LOUD SMELL OF GAS WHEN I FILL UP. LOOKED UNDER REAR SEAT AND SAW GAS ON GAS TANK. DRIED GAS UP AND THE BIG...

Feb 20, 2020 Visibility/wiper 124,220 mi

VEHICLE SUNROOF FLEW OFF ON THE FREEWAY.

Feb 20, 2020 Service Brakes 154,000 mi

THIS VEHICLE IS A THREAT TO MY HEALTH WITH ALL THE PROBLEMS I'M HAVING WITH IT. I HAVE TO PRESS EXTRA HAD TO STOP . HAD BRAKES CHECKED AND THERE WAS NO PROBLEM. THERE IS A BAD GASOLINE LEAK AND LOUD SMELL OF GAS WHEN I FILL UP. LOOKED UNDER REAR SEAT AND SAW GAS ON GAS TANK. DRIED GAS UP AND THE BIG...

Feb 20, 2020 Engine 154,000 mi

THIS VEHICLE IS A THREAT TO MY HEALTH WITH ALL THE PROBLEMS I'M HAVING WITH IT. I HAVE TO PRESS EXTRA HAD TO STOP . HAD BRAKES CHECKED AND THERE WAS NO PROBLEM. THERE IS A BAD GASOLINE LEAK AND LOUD SMELL OF GAS WHEN I FILL UP. LOOKED UNDER REAR SEAT AND SAW GAS ON GAS TANK. DRIED GAS UP AND THE BIG...

Feb 20, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System 154,000 mi

THIS VEHICLE IS A THREAT TO MY HEALTH WITH ALL THE PROBLEMS I'M HAVING WITH IT. I HAVE TO PRESS EXTRA HAD TO STOP . HAD BRAKES CHECKED AND THERE WAS NO PROBLEM. THERE IS A BAD GASOLINE LEAK AND LOUD SMELL OF GAS WHEN I FILL UP. LOOKED UNDER REAR SEAT AND SAW GAS ON GAS TANK. DRIED GAS UP AND THE BIG...

Feb 12, 2020 Engine 161,718 mi

2006 MERCEDES ML350 BALANCE SHAFT - CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT - DEFECTIVE. WENT INTO LOW GEAR WHILE RUNNING. WILL NOT COME BACK TO NORMAL. CODE FROM DIAGNOSIS STATES THE PROBLEM AS TIMING CHAIN. MERCEDES STATES " MAYBE FIXED IN GOOD FAITH" . BAD BALANCE SHAFT FROM FACTORY. MANY PROBLEMS WITH THIS DEFECTI...

Feb 12, 2020 Power Train 161,718 mi

2006 MERCEDES ML350 BALANCE SHAFT - CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT - DEFECTIVE. WENT INTO LOW GEAR WHILE RUNNING. WILL NOT COME BACK TO NORMAL. CODE FROM DIAGNOSIS STATES THE PROBLEM AS TIMING CHAIN. MERCEDES STATES " MAYBE FIXED IN GOOD FAITH" . BAD BALANCE SHAFT FROM FACTORY. MANY PROBLEMS WITH THIS DEFECTI...

Feb 12, 2020 Engine 161,718 mi

2006 MERCEDES ML350 BALANCE SHAFT - CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT - DEFECTIVE. WENT INTO LOW GEAR WHILE RUNNING. WILL NOT COME BACK TO NORMAL. CODE FROM DIAGNOSIS STATES THE PROBLEM AS TIMING CHAIN. MERCEDES STATES " MAYBE FIXED IN GOOD FAITH" . BAD BALANCE SHAFT FROM FACTORY. MANY PROBLEMS WITH THIS DEFECTI...

Feb 12, 2020 Power Train 161,718 mi

2006 MERCEDES ML350 BALANCE SHAFT - CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT - DEFECTIVE. WENT INTO LOW GEAR WHILE RUNNING. WILL NOT COME BACK TO NORMAL. CODE FROM DIAGNOSIS STATES THE PROBLEM AS TIMING CHAIN. MERCEDES STATES " MAYBE FIXED IN GOOD FAITH" . BAD BALANCE SHAFT FROM FACTORY. MANY PROBLEMS WITH THIS DEFECTI...

Jan 16, 2020 Engine 157,451 mi

CAR HAD QUARTER TANK WHEN BOUGHT. DROVE OUT GAS AND PUT ABOUT ANOTHER QUARTER TANK OF GAS IN. DROVE THIS OUT. SMELLED NO FUMES. FILLED TANK UP. HAVE SMELLED LOUD GAS SMELL FOR 1 WEEK NOW.

Jan 16, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System 157,451 mi

CAR HAD QUARTER TANK WHEN BOUGHT. DROVE OUT GAS AND PUT ABOUT ANOTHER QUARTER TANK OF GAS IN. DROVE THIS OUT. SMELLED NO FUMES. FILLED TANK UP. HAVE SMELLED LOUD GAS SMELL FOR 1 WEEK NOW.

Jan 16, 2020 Engine 157,451 mi

CAR HAD QUARTER TANK WHEN BOUGHT. DROVE OUT GAS AND PUT ABOUT ANOTHER QUARTER TANK OF GAS IN. DROVE THIS OUT. SMELLED NO FUMES. FILLED TANK UP. HAVE SMELLED LOUD GAS SMELL FOR 1 WEEK NOW.

Jan 16, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System 157,451 mi

CAR HAD QUARTER TANK WHEN BOUGHT. DROVE OUT GAS AND PUT ABOUT ANOTHER QUARTER TANK OF GAS IN. DROVE THIS OUT. SMELLED NO FUMES. FILLED TANK UP. HAVE SMELLED LOUD GAS SMELL FOR 1 WEEK NOW.

Jan 3, 2020 Service Brakes 171,000 mi

RECEIVED CODE C2131 PRESSURE RESERVOIR FAULTY...SAFETY BRAKE ISSUE IS IT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY? AFRAID I MAY HURT SOMEONE IF BRAKES FAIL..

Jan 3, 2020 Service Brakes 171,000 mi

RECEIVED CODE C2131 PRESSURE RESERVOIR FAULTY...SAFETY BRAKE ISSUE IS IT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY? AFRAID I MAY HURT SOMEONE IF BRAKES FAIL..

Dec 29, 2019 Service Brakes 144,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON US 50 MY THE SBC FAILED WHILE DRIVING 60MPH I HAD NO BRAKES THE INDICATORS TOLD ME TO TURN THE VEHICLE OFF AND TO DEPRESS BRAKES FULLY. THAT'S HARD TO DO WHN UR GOING 60MPH... SO I HAD TO LET THE VEHICLE DRIFT UNTIL IT CAME TO A STOP ON THE SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY... PLEASE GET MB TO CO...

Dec 29, 2019 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 144,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON US 50 MY THE SBC FAILED WHILE DRIVING 60MPH I HAD NO BRAKES THE INDICATORS TOLD ME TO TURN THE VEHICLE OFF AND TO DEPRESS BRAKES FULLY. THAT'S HARD TO DO WHN UR GOING 60MPH... SO I HAD TO LET THE VEHICLE DRIFT UNTIL IT CAME TO A STOP ON THE SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY... PLEASE GET MB TO CO...

Dec 29, 2019 Power Train 144,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON US 50 MY THE SBC FAILED WHILE DRIVING 60MPH I HAD NO BRAKES THE INDICATORS TOLD ME TO TURN THE VEHICLE OFF AND TO DEPRESS BRAKES FULLY. THAT'S HARD TO DO WHN UR GOING 60MPH... SO I HAD TO LET THE VEHICLE DRIFT UNTIL IT CAME TO A STOP ON THE SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY... PLEASE GET MB TO CO...

Dec 29, 2019 Service Brakes 144,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON US 50 MY THE SBC FAILED WHILE DRIVING 60MPH I HAD NO BRAKES THE INDICATORS TOLD ME TO TURN THE VEHICLE OFF AND TO DEPRESS BRAKES FULLY. THAT'S HARD TO DO WHN UR GOING 60MPH... SO I HAD TO LET THE VEHICLE DRIFT UNTIL IT CAME TO A STOP ON THE SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY... PLEASE GET MB TO CO...

Dec 29, 2019 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 144,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON US 50 MY THE SBC FAILED WHILE DRIVING 60MPH I HAD NO BRAKES THE INDICATORS TOLD ME TO TURN THE VEHICLE OFF AND TO DEPRESS BRAKES FULLY. THAT'S HARD TO DO WHN UR GOING 60MPH... SO I HAD TO LET THE VEHICLE DRIFT UNTIL IT CAME TO A STOP ON THE SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY... PLEASE GET MB TO CO...

Dec 29, 2019 Power Train 144,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON US 50 MY THE SBC FAILED WHILE DRIVING 60MPH I HAD NO BRAKES THE INDICATORS TOLD ME TO TURN THE VEHICLE OFF AND TO DEPRESS BRAKES FULLY. THAT'S HARD TO DO WHN UR GOING 60MPH... SO I HAD TO LET THE VEHICLE DRIFT UNTIL IT CAME TO A STOP ON THE SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY... PLEASE GET MB TO CO...

Dec 11, 2019 Service Brakes 133,000 mi

WHEN DRIVING THE VEHICLE AND ERROR CODE SAYS DEPRESSED BRAKE PRESSURE ESP AND BRAKES GO OUT CALL DEALERSHIP THEY SAID THERE IS RECORD OF IT BEING FIXED IN 2005 BUT IT STILL DOES NOT WORK.

Dec 11, 2019 Service Brakes 133,000 mi

WHEN DRIVING THE VEHICLE AND ERROR CODE SAYS DEPRESSED BRAKE PRESSURE ESP AND BRAKES GO OUT CALL DEALERSHIP THEY SAID THERE IS RECORD OF IT BEING FIXED IN 2005 BUT IT STILL DOES NOT WORK.

Dec 4, 2019 Engine

REGARDLESS OF VEHICLE MOVEMENT GAS LEAK FROM FUEL TANK LOCATED UNDER BACK SEAT ABOVE EXHAUST SYSTEM. CONSTANT GAS SMELL, AND FUEL GAUGE ALWAYS JUMPING UP AND DOWN AGAIN REGARDLESS OF MOTION. CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS INDICATE FAULTY COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR, AND FAULTY FUEL LEVEL SENSOR. DEALERSHIP IS R...

Dec 4, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System

REGARDLESS OF VEHICLE MOVEMENT GAS LEAK FROM FUEL TANK LOCATED UNDER BACK SEAT ABOVE EXHAUST SYSTEM. CONSTANT GAS SMELL, AND FUEL GAUGE ALWAYS JUMPING UP AND DOWN AGAIN REGARDLESS OF MOTION. CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS INDICATE FAULTY COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR, AND FAULTY FUEL LEVEL SENSOR. DEALERSHIP IS R...

Dec 4, 2019 Engine

REGARDLESS OF VEHICLE MOVEMENT GAS LEAK FROM FUEL TANK LOCATED UNDER BACK SEAT ABOVE EXHAUST SYSTEM. CONSTANT GAS SMELL, AND FUEL GAUGE ALWAYS JUMPING UP AND DOWN AGAIN REGARDLESS OF MOTION. CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS INDICATE FAULTY COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR, AND FAULTY FUEL LEVEL SENSOR. DEALERSHIP IS R...

Dec 4, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System

REGARDLESS OF VEHICLE MOVEMENT GAS LEAK FROM FUEL TANK LOCATED UNDER BACK SEAT ABOVE EXHAUST SYSTEM. CONSTANT GAS SMELL, AND FUEL GAUGE ALWAYS JUMPING UP AND DOWN AGAIN REGARDLESS OF MOTION. CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS INDICATE FAULTY COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR, AND FAULTY FUEL LEVEL SENSOR. DEALERSHIP IS R...

Dec 3, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 120,000 mi

MY 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350 HAS A STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE, PARTICULARLY STRONG AFTER FILLING THE TANK. MY UNDERSTANDING IS THAT THERE WAS A NHTSA INVESTIGATION INTO THIS PROBLEM IN THE PAST AND THE MANUFACTURER AGREED TO EXTEND THE WARRANTY TO REPAIR THE PROBLEM WHICH RESULTED IN NHTSA CLOSING THE P...

Dec 3, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 120,000 mi

MY 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350 HAS A STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE, PARTICULARLY STRONG AFTER FILLING THE TANK. MY UNDERSTANDING IS THAT THERE WAS A NHTSA INVESTIGATION INTO THIS PROBLEM IN THE PAST AND THE MANUFACTURER AGREED TO EXTEND THE WARRANTY TO REPAIR THE PROBLEM WHICH RESULTED IN NHTSA CLOSING THE P...

Nov 27, 2019 Service Brakes 137,000 mi

WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON A BUSY STREET A RED PROMPT OF BRAKING SYSTEM FAIL DECREASE PRESSURE ESP GOES ON AND I HAVE TO PUSH BRAKES ALL THE WAY DOWN AND USE EMERGENCY BRAKING SYSTEM TO STOP! DASH SAYS SERVICE BRAKES. BRAKES WERE CHANGED AS WELL AS SENSORS AND NEW AUXILIARY BATTERY WHICH IS VERY DANGER...

Nov 27, 2019 Service Brakes 137,000 mi

WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON A BUSY STREET A RED PROMPT OF BRAKING SYSTEM FAIL DECREASE PRESSURE ESP GOES ON AND I HAVE TO PUSH BRAKES ALL THE WAY DOWN AND USE EMERGENCY BRAKING SYSTEM TO STOP! DASH SAYS SERVICE BRAKES. BRAKES WERE CHANGED AS WELL AS SENSORS AND NEW AUXILIARY BATTERY WHICH IS VERY DANGER...

Sep 5, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 147,647 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS LEAKING FUEL. THE FUEL FROM THE FUEL SENDING UNIT WAS LEAKING AND THERE WAS A POOL OF FUEL UNDERNEATH THE REAR SEAT OF THE VEHICLE, WHICH LEAKED INTO THE REAR SEATS. THE CONTACT ALSO SMELLED A FUEL ODOR THROUGHOU...

Sep 5, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 147,647 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS LEAKING FUEL. THE FUEL FROM THE FUEL SENDING UNIT WAS LEAKING AND THERE WAS A POOL OF FUEL UNDERNEATH THE REAR SEAT OF THE VEHICLE, WHICH LEAKED INTO THE REAR SEATS. THE CONTACT ALSO SMELLED A FUEL ODOR THROUGHOU...

Jul 4, 2019 Service Brakes

TAKATA RECALL. ABS MALFUNCTION, BRAKE SENSOR

Jul 4, 2019 Engine

TAKATA RECALL. ABS MALFUNCTION, BRAKE SENSOR

Jul 4, 2019 Steering

TAKATA RECALL. ABS MALFUNCTION, BRAKE SENSOR

Jul 4, 2019 Service Brakes

TAKATA RECALL. ABS MALFUNCTION, BRAKE SENSOR

Jul 4, 2019 Engine

TAKATA RECALL. ABS MALFUNCTION, BRAKE SENSOR

Jul 4, 2019 Steering

TAKATA RECALL. ABS MALFUNCTION, BRAKE SENSOR

Jun 19, 2019 Steering

PARK CAR AT HOUSE, WHEN I WENT TO USE IT NEXT DAY, IGNITION WONT TURN AND THE STEERING IS LOCK CAN NOT UNLOCK, NO MATTER WHAT I DO.

Jun 19, 2019 Steering

PARK CAR AT HOUSE, WHEN I WENT TO USE IT NEXT DAY, IGNITION WONT TURN AND THE STEERING IS LOCK CAN NOT UNLOCK, NO MATTER WHAT I DO.

Jun 15, 2019 Engine 133,701 mi

MERCEDES-BENZ V6 M272 ENGINES HAVE TIMING CHAIN PROBLEMS CAUSED BY BALANCE SHAFT FAILURES WHICH MERCEDES HAS KNOWN ABOUT FOR YEAR. FAULTY GEARS WEAR OUT PREMATURELY, EXCESSIVELY, AND WITHOUT WARNING, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO MALFUNCTION, THE 'CHECK ENGINE LIGHT' TO REMAIN ILLUMINATED, AND THE VEHICLE...

Jun 15, 2019 Engine 133,701 mi

MERCEDES-BENZ V6 M272 ENGINES HAVE TIMING CHAIN PROBLEMS CAUSED BY BALANCE SHAFT FAILURES WHICH MERCEDES HAS KNOWN ABOUT FOR YEAR. FAULTY GEARS WEAR OUT PREMATURELY, EXCESSIVELY, AND WITHOUT WARNING, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO MALFUNCTION, THE 'CHECK ENGINE LIGHT' TO REMAIN ILLUMINATED, AND THE VEHICLE...

May 26, 2019 Service Brakes 175,561 mi

I WAS DRIVING AND LOST ALL BREAK PRESSURE RAN A RED LIGHT AND ALMOST KILLED MYSELF AND OTHERS ON THE ROAD. NOT SAFE

May 26, 2019 Service Brakes 175,561 mi

I WAS DRIVING AND LOST ALL BREAK PRESSURE RAN A RED LIGHT AND ALMOST KILLED MYSELF AND OTHERS ON THE ROAD. NOT SAFE

May 18, 2019 Service Brakes 109,200 mi

CAR BRAKES WENT OUT WHILE DRIVING ON FREEWAY 65 MPH. SBC RED LIGHT WENT OFF AND CAR BRAKE WAS FULLY DEPRESSED ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR AND BRAKING TOOK TOO LONG. CAR DISPLAY ERROR MESSAGE WAS BRAKING POWER DECREASED. DEPRESS BRAKE FULLY. TURNED OFF CAR AND RESTARTED BUT ERROR MESSAGE DISAPPEARED AND...

May 18, 2019 Service Brakes 109,200 mi

CAR BRAKES WENT OUT WHILE DRIVING ON FREEWAY 65 MPH. SBC RED LIGHT WENT OFF AND CAR BRAKE WAS FULLY DEPRESSED ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR AND BRAKING TOOK TOO LONG. CAR DISPLAY ERROR MESSAGE WAS BRAKING POWER DECREASED. DEPRESS BRAKE FULLY. TURNED OFF CAR AND RESTARTED BUT ERROR MESSAGE DISAPPEARED AND...

May 9, 2019 Engine Fire 50,000 mi

I ARRIVED HOME AFTER DRIVING 2 MILES FROM WORK AND WHEN I STOPPED I SAW SMOKE COMING FROM THE ENGINE. I TURNED OFF THE CAR AND OPENED THE HOOD. THE SMOKE WOULD ALMOST STOP AND THEN BECOME THICK AGAIN, IN CYCLES OF ABOUT 1 MINUTE. THE SMOKE WAS COMING FROM THE COOLING FAN. AFTER SEVERAL CYCLES IT...

May 9, 2019 Engine Fire 50,000 mi

I ARRIVED HOME AFTER DRIVING 2 MILES FROM WORK AND WHEN I STOPPED I SAW SMOKE COMING FROM THE ENGINE. I TURNED OFF THE CAR AND OPENED THE HOOD. THE SMOKE WOULD ALMOST STOP AND THEN BECOME THICK AGAIN, IN CYCLES OF ABOUT 1 MINUTE. THE SMOKE WAS COMING FROM THE COOLING FAN. AFTER SEVERAL CYCLES IT...

Jan 29, 2019 Power Train 129,000 mi

VIBRATION WHEN CORNERING ALSO AT CERTAIN SPEEDS.

Jan 29, 2019 Power Train 129,000 mi

VIBRATION WHEN CORNERING ALSO AT CERTAIN SPEEDS.

Sep 14, 2018 Service Brakes 105,102 mi

A RECALL WAS PLACED ON THIS VEHICLE TO REPAIR THE BAKING SYSTEM. I'VE COMPLAINED ABOUT THIS MATTER WITH MBUSA. WE NEVER RECEIVED THE NOTICE, AS A RESULT, I'M HAVING TROUBLE WITH MY BRAKES, AND WARNING SIGNS APPEAR ON MY DASHBOARD. THEY CLAIMED THAT THE WARRANTY RECALL ENDED. THEY TRY TO CLOSE MY CAS...

Sep 14, 2018 Service Brakes 105,102 mi

A RECALL WAS PLACED ON THIS VEHICLE TO REPAIR THE BAKING SYSTEM. I'VE COMPLAINED ABOUT THIS MATTER WITH MBUSA. WE NEVER RECEIVED THE NOTICE, AS A RESULT, I'M HAVING TROUBLE WITH MY BRAKES, AND WARNING SIGNS APPEAR ON MY DASHBOARD. THEY CLAIMED THAT THE WARRANTY RECALL ENDED. THEY TRY TO CLOSE MY CAS...

Aug 16, 2018 Service Brakes 145,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING TO WORK, THE REDUCED BRAKING POWER LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND I HAD NO BRAKES. I ALMOST HIT THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME, BUT MANAGED TO SWERVE OUT OF THE WAY AND MAKE IT TO THE BRAKE-DOWN LANE. I SHUT OF THE IGNITION, AND WHEN I RESTARTED IT, THE PROBLEM WENT AWAY. I WAS VERY LUCKY, THIS TIME....

Aug 16, 2018 Service Brakes 145,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING TO WORK, THE REDUCED BRAKING POWER LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND I HAD NO BRAKES. I ALMOST HIT THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME, BUT MANAGED TO SWERVE OUT OF THE WAY AND MAKE IT TO THE BRAKE-DOWN LANE. I SHUT OF THE IGNITION, AND WHEN I RESTARTED IT, THE PROBLEM WENT AWAY. I WAS VERY LUCKY, THIS TIME....

Jun 20, 2018 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 127,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD AND THE BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT ENGAGED THE EMERGENCY BRAKE IN ORDER TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAG...

Jun 20, 2018 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 127,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD AND THE BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT ENGAGED THE EMERGENCY BRAKE IN ORDER TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAG...

Jun 12, 2018 Engine 155,600 mi

FUEL PUMP LEAKING FUMES (AND FUEL?). WHILE PARKED AND PREPARING TO COME HOME THE FUEL PUMP FAILED AND THE CAR REFUSED TO START. IT WILL NOT BE REPAIRED UNLESS IT IS UNDER THE EXTENDED WARRANTY. I AM TRYING TO LEARN IF IT WILL BE COVERED UNDER A EXTENDED WARRANTY.

Jun 12, 2018 Fuel/propulsion System 155,600 mi

FUEL PUMP LEAKING FUMES (AND FUEL?). WHILE PARKED AND PREPARING TO COME HOME THE FUEL PUMP FAILED AND THE CAR REFUSED TO START. IT WILL NOT BE REPAIRED UNLESS IT IS UNDER THE EXTENDED WARRANTY. I AM TRYING TO LEARN IF IT WILL BE COVERED UNDER A EXTENDED WARRANTY.

Jun 12, 2018 Engine 155,600 mi

FUEL PUMP LEAKING FUMES (AND FUEL?). WHILE PARKED AND PREPARING TO COME HOME THE FUEL PUMP FAILED AND THE CAR REFUSED TO START. IT WILL NOT BE REPAIRED UNLESS IT IS UNDER THE EXTENDED WARRANTY. I AM TRYING TO LEARN IF IT WILL BE COVERED UNDER A EXTENDED WARRANTY.

Jun 12, 2018 Fuel/propulsion System 155,600 mi

FUEL PUMP LEAKING FUMES (AND FUEL?). WHILE PARKED AND PREPARING TO COME HOME THE FUEL PUMP FAILED AND THE CAR REFUSED TO START. IT WILL NOT BE REPAIRED UNLESS IT IS UNDER THE EXTENDED WARRANTY. I AM TRYING TO LEARN IF IT WILL BE COVERED UNDER A EXTENDED WARRANTY.

May 31, 2018 Fuel/propulsion System 168,870 mi

THE CAR WOULD NOT START FUEL PUMP FAULTY AND IS PART OF GAS TANK BAD DESIGN COST ME CLOSE TO $3800, SOME PAID BY MBZ. MBZ REPLACED 2009 GAS TANKS FOR FREE UNDER WARRANTY BUT WOULD NOT DO MINE. THIS IS A BAD DESIGN THEY SHOULD HAVE TOLD ME ABOUT IT SO I WOULD NOT BUY THE CAR. IT IS STUPID TO HAVE TO ...

May 31, 2018 Fuel System, Gasoline 168,870 mi

THE CAR WOULD NOT START FUEL PUMP FAULTY AND IS PART OF GAS TANK BAD DESIGN COST ME CLOSE TO $3800, SOME PAID BY MBZ. MBZ REPLACED 2009 GAS TANKS FOR FREE UNDER WARRANTY BUT WOULD NOT DO MINE. THIS IS A BAD DESIGN THEY SHOULD HAVE TOLD ME ABOUT IT SO I WOULD NOT BUY THE CAR. IT IS STUPID TO HAVE TO ...

May 31, 2018 Fuel/propulsion System 168,870 mi

THE CAR WOULD NOT START FUEL PUMP FAULTY AND IS PART OF GAS TANK BAD DESIGN COST ME CLOSE TO $3800, SOME PAID BY MBZ. MBZ REPLACED 2009 GAS TANKS FOR FREE UNDER WARRANTY BUT WOULD NOT DO MINE. THIS IS A BAD DESIGN THEY SHOULD HAVE TOLD ME ABOUT IT SO I WOULD NOT BUY THE CAR. IT IS STUPID TO HAVE TO ...

May 31, 2018 Fuel System, Gasoline 168,870 mi

THE CAR WOULD NOT START FUEL PUMP FAULTY AND IS PART OF GAS TANK BAD DESIGN COST ME CLOSE TO $3800, SOME PAID BY MBZ. MBZ REPLACED 2009 GAS TANKS FOR FREE UNDER WARRANTY BUT WOULD NOT DO MINE. THIS IS A BAD DESIGN THEY SHOULD HAVE TOLD ME ABOUT IT SO I WOULD NOT BUY THE CAR. IT IS STUPID TO HAVE TO ...

Mar 7, 2018 Electrical System

CHECK LIGHT

Mar 7, 2018 Engine

CHECK LIGHT

Mar 7, 2018 Exterior Lighting

CHECK LIGHT

Mar 7, 2018 Electrical System

CHECK LIGHT

Mar 7, 2018 Engine

CHECK LIGHT

Mar 7, 2018 Exterior Lighting

CHECK LIGHT

Feb 26, 2018 Service Brakes 104,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE "REDUCE BRAKING POWER" WARNING MESSAGE DISPLAYED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SENTRO SONIC BRAKE CONTROL UNIT FAILED. IN ADDITION, THE FUEL TANK UNDER THE DRIVER'S SEAT FRACTURED AND SPILLED FUEL IN THE VEHICLE. CENTEN...

Feb 26, 2018 Fuel/propulsion System 104,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE "REDUCE BRAKING POWER" WARNING MESSAGE DISPLAYED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SENTRO SONIC BRAKE CONTROL UNIT FAILED. IN ADDITION, THE FUEL TANK UNDER THE DRIVER'S SEAT FRACTURED AND SPILLED FUEL IN THE VEHICLE. CENTEN...

Feb 26, 2018 Service Brakes 104,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE "REDUCE BRAKING POWER" WARNING MESSAGE DISPLAYED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SENTRO SONIC BRAKE CONTROL UNIT FAILED. IN ADDITION, THE FUEL TANK UNDER THE DRIVER'S SEAT FRACTURED AND SPILLED FUEL IN THE VEHICLE. CENTEN...

Feb 26, 2018 Fuel/propulsion System 104,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE "REDUCE BRAKING POWER" WARNING MESSAGE DISPLAYED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SENTRO SONIC BRAKE CONTROL UNIT FAILED. IN ADDITION, THE FUEL TANK UNDER THE DRIVER'S SEAT FRACTURED AND SPILLED FUEL IN THE VEHICLE. CENTEN...

Feb 9, 2018 Service Brakes 92,688 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE SBC BRAKE UNIT FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE DEALER (MERCEDES-BENZ OF PALM SPRINGS, 4095 E PALM CA...

Feb 9, 2018 Service Brakes 92,688 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE SBC BRAKE UNIT FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE DEALER (MERCEDES-BENZ OF PALM SPRINGS, 4095 E PALM CA...

Jan 21, 2018 Air Bags

TAKATA RECALL , OIL LEAK ,ELECTRICAL HARNESS

Jan 21, 2018 Electrical System

TAKATA RECALL , OIL LEAK ,ELECTRICAL HARNESS

Jan 21, 2018 Power Train

TAKATA RECALL , OIL LEAK ,ELECTRICAL HARNESS

Jan 21, 2018 Air Bags

TAKATA RECALL , OIL LEAK ,ELECTRICAL HARNESS

Jan 21, 2018 Electrical System

TAKATA RECALL , OIL LEAK ,ELECTRICAL HARNESS

Jan 21, 2018 Power Train

TAKATA RECALL , OIL LEAK ,ELECTRICAL HARNESS

Jan 15, 2018 Fuel/propulsion System

FUEL SMELL INSIDE CABIN. WAS TOLD FULLY COVERED ON EXTENDED WARRANTY DUE TO TSB NO. P-47-10-63 PARTS COVERED ARE FUEL TANK, FUEL FILTER/SENDER, FUEL PUMP, GASKET, SEALS AND RETENTION RINGS. DEALER CALLS TO SAY IT IS THE FUEL SENSOR AND IS NOT COVERED! AND COST IS 1400.00. FUEL SENSOR IS SITTING ON T...

Jan 15, 2018 Fuel/propulsion System

FUEL SMELL INSIDE CABIN. WAS TOLD FULLY COVERED ON EXTENDED WARRANTY DUE TO TSB NO. P-47-10-63 PARTS COVERED ARE FUEL TANK, FUEL FILTER/SENDER, FUEL PUMP, GASKET, SEALS AND RETENTION RINGS. DEALER CALLS TO SAY IT IS THE FUEL SENSOR AND IS NOT COVERED! AND COST IS 1400.00. FUEL SENSOR IS SITTING ON T...

Dec 16, 2017 Engine 112,000 mi

I HAVE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON, NOBODY "MECHANIC" KNOW TO FIX THIS PROBLEM. I HAVE CODES: 1-P0016 2-P0017 3-P2195 4-P2198 5-P0171 6-P0174

Dec 16, 2017 Engine 112,000 mi

I HAVE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON, NOBODY "MECHANIC" KNOW TO FIX THIS PROBLEM. I HAVE CODES: 1-P0016 2-P0017 3-P2195 4-P2198 5-P0171 6-P0174

Nov 8, 2017 Air Bags 162,000 mi

THE PASENGER-SIDE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED WITHOUT A COLLISION. THE CAR WAS IN MOTION AND THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED WITHOUT EVEN HITTING A POTHOLE.

Nov 8, 2017 Unknown Or Other 162,000 mi

THE PASENGER-SIDE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED WITHOUT A COLLISION. THE CAR WAS IN MOTION AND THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED WITHOUT EVEN HITTING A POTHOLE.

Nov 8, 2017 Air Bags 162,000 mi

THE PASENGER-SIDE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED WITHOUT A COLLISION. THE CAR WAS IN MOTION AND THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED WITHOUT EVEN HITTING A POTHOLE.

Nov 8, 2017 Unknown Or Other 162,000 mi

THE PASENGER-SIDE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED WITHOUT A COLLISION. THE CAR WAS IN MOTION AND THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED WITHOUT EVEN HITTING A POTHOLE.

Oct 31, 2017 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 200,000 mi

THIS VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH SENSOTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL THAT HAS A SERVICE THRESHOLD. WHEN THIS THRESHOLD IS REACHED THE BRAKE SYSTEM DEFAULTS TO NON POWER ASSISTED HYDRAULIC MODE TO THE FRONT WHEELS ONLY. THIS OCCURS WITHOUT ANY PRIOR WARNING AND RESULTS IN INCREASED STOPPING DISTANCE. I HAVE SENT ...

Oct 31, 2017 Engine 210,000 mi

TIMING BELT SPROCKET LOST TEETH ON IT DUE TO IT NOT BEING STRONG ENOUGH DEALER NEED TO REPLACE THIS PART SINCE IT PART OF ENGINE THIS PART SHOULD NOT BE GIVING IT LIKE THIS

Oct 31, 2017 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 200,000 mi

THIS VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH SENSOTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL THAT HAS A SERVICE THRESHOLD. WHEN THIS THRESHOLD IS REACHED THE BRAKE SYSTEM DEFAULTS TO NON POWER ASSISTED HYDRAULIC MODE TO THE FRONT WHEELS ONLY. THIS OCCURS WITHOUT ANY PRIOR WARNING AND RESULTS IN INCREASED STOPPING DISTANCE. I HAVE SENT ...

Oct 31, 2017 Engine 210,000 mi

TIMING BELT SPROCKET LOST TEETH ON IT DUE TO IT NOT BEING STRONG ENOUGH DEALER NEED TO REPLACE THIS PART SINCE IT PART OF ENGINE THIS PART SHOULD NOT BE GIVING IT LIKE THIS

Oct 11, 2017 Service Brakes 120,301 mi

WARNING LIGHT: REDUCED BRAKING POWER - DEPRESS PEDAL FULLY. I UNDERSTAND MB SERVICE BULLETIN S142.46-P-0012A ADDRESSES THIS ISSUE BUT I CAN'T GET A COPY ON THE NET. BRAKES FAIL UNTIL RESTART CAR. DANGEROUS. RECALL THE BRAKE SYSTEM FOR ALL OF THESE CARS. MB STOPPED USING THIS DEFECTIVE PRODUCT...

Oct 11, 2017 Service Brakes 120,301 mi

WARNING LIGHT: REDUCED BRAKING POWER - DEPRESS PEDAL FULLY. I UNDERSTAND MB SERVICE BULLETIN S142.46-P-0012A ADDRESSES THIS ISSUE BUT I CAN'T GET A COPY ON THE NET. BRAKES FAIL UNTIL RESTART CAR. DANGEROUS. RECALL THE BRAKE SYSTEM FOR ALL OF THESE CARS. MB STOPPED USING THIS DEFECTIVE PRODUCT...

Oct 10, 2017 Service Brakes Crash 143,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350W. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING AND THE BRAKES FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT'S VE...

Oct 10, 2017 Engine Crash 143,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350W. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING AND THE BRAKES FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT'S VE...

Oct 10, 2017 Service Brakes Crash 143,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350W. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING AND THE BRAKES FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT'S VE...

Oct 10, 2017 Engine Crash 143,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350W. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING AND THE BRAKES FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT'S VE...

Oct 7, 2017 Engine Crash 143,000 mi

MY 2006 MERCEDES BENZ 350 E SERIES HAD GOTTEN IN A ACCIDENT DUE TO THE CAR STALLING OUT. I HAVE A CODE READER AND WILL PROVIDE THE NECESSARY PICTURES I TOOK THE DAY PRIOR OF THE ACCIDENT.

Oct 7, 2017 Engine Crash 143,000 mi

MY 2006 MERCEDES BENZ 350 E SERIES HAD GOTTEN IN A ACCIDENT DUE TO THE CAR STALLING OUT. I HAVE A CODE READER AND WILL PROVIDE THE NECESSARY PICTURES I TOOK THE DAY PRIOR OF THE ACCIDENT.

Sep 22, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System 100,000 mi

AFTER REFUELING MY MERCEDES W211 I GETTING FUEL LEAK FRO THE FUEL PUMP. I FOUND A INFO THAT NHSA CLOSED CASE 2014 BECAUSE MERCEDES EXTENDED WARRANTY FOR 25 YEARS REGARDLESS ON MILEAGE. THEY ARE TELLING THAT IS NOT FOR MY CAR. BUT I HAVE ISSUE LIKE ALL THOSE CARS: PLASTIC PUMP COVER IS CRACKED AND FU...

Sep 22, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System 100,000 mi

AFTER REFUELING MY MERCEDES W211 I GETTING FUEL LEAK FRO THE FUEL PUMP. I FOUND A INFO THAT NHSA CLOSED CASE 2014 BECAUSE MERCEDES EXTENDED WARRANTY FOR 25 YEARS REGARDLESS ON MILEAGE. THEY ARE TELLING THAT IS NOT FOR MY CAR. BUT I HAVE ISSUE LIKE ALL THOSE CARS: PLASTIC PUMP COVER IS CRACKED AND FU...

Sep 6, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System Crash 161,580 mi

MY MERCEDES BENZ E350 2006 FAILED TO START INTERMITTENTLY DUE TO FUEL PUMP FAILURE. MY CAR WAS HIT BY AN UNINSURED MOTORIST, SINCE THEN, MY CAR BECAME UNRELIABLE TO START, MY CAR FALLS INTO A METAL TYPE OF FUEL TANK. THERE WAS A RECALL #08V303000 WHICH STATES THAT IN THE EVENT OF VEHICLE CRASH, THE ...

Sep 6, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System Crash 161,580 mi

MY MERCEDES BENZ E350 2006 FAILED TO START INTERMITTENTLY DUE TO FUEL PUMP FAILURE. MY CAR WAS HIT BY AN UNINSURED MOTORIST, SINCE THEN, MY CAR BECAME UNRELIABLE TO START, MY CAR FALLS INTO A METAL TYPE OF FUEL TANK. THERE WAS A RECALL #08V303000 WHICH STATES THAT IN THE EVENT OF VEHICLE CRASH, THE ...

Aug 2, 2017 Service Brakes 35,000 mi

AFTER DRIVING MY 2006 E350 FOR 30MIN RETURN HOME BACK UP PARKING INTO MY DRIVE WAY MY BRAKE HAS REDUCED POWER. ERROR LIGHT "SERVICE BRAKE VISIT WORKSHOP" THEN CAR WILL NOT START BUT IN THE NEXT MORNING, IT STARTS? IT IS THE SAME PROBLEM AS THE SAFETY RECALL #20055110001 FOR 2005 BUT MY MODEL IS 20...

Aug 2, 2017 Service Brakes 35,000 mi

AFTER DRIVING MY 2006 E350 FOR 30MIN RETURN HOME BACK UP PARKING INTO MY DRIVE WAY MY BRAKE HAS REDUCED POWER. ERROR LIGHT "SERVICE BRAKE VISIT WORKSHOP" THEN CAR WILL NOT START BUT IN THE NEXT MORNING, IT STARTS? IT IS THE SAME PROBLEM AS THE SAFETY RECALL #20055110001 FOR 2005 BUT MY MODEL IS 20...

Jul 27, 2017 Service Brakes

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. THE CONTACT HEARD AN ABNORMAL NOISE AND THE VEHICLE PREMATURELY STOPPED BEFORE FULLY APPLYING THE BRAKE PEDAL. IN ADDITION, THE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED FOR THE BRAKE SYSTEM. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER (MALONES AUTOMOTIVE, 271 POWERS FERR...

Jul 27, 2017 Service Brakes

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. THE CONTACT HEARD AN ABNORMAL NOISE AND THE VEHICLE PREMATURELY STOPPED BEFORE FULLY APPLYING THE BRAKE PEDAL. IN ADDITION, THE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED FOR THE BRAKE SYSTEM. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER (MALONES AUTOMOTIVE, 271 POWERS FERR...

Jul 19, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System Fire 95,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT A STRONG FUEL ODOR WAS PRESENT INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS REFUELED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL TAN...

Jul 19, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System Fire 95,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT A STRONG FUEL ODOR WAS PRESENT INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS REFUELED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL TAN...

Jul 12, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL FUEL ODOR IN THE VEHICLE AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS REFUELED. THE WALTERS MERCEDES-BENZ DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT IT WAS KNOWN ISSUE WITH THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE A...

Jul 12, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL FUEL ODOR IN THE VEHICLE AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS REFUELED. THE WALTERS MERCEDES-BENZ DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT IT WAS KNOWN ISSUE WITH THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE A...

Jun 14, 2017 Service Brakes 1 mi

MY CAR WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON THE STREET JUST SHUT DOWN RED FLASHING SCREEN SAYING STOP REDUCE BREAKING POWER START ENGINE DON'T KNOW IT SAYS THIS CAUSE CAR DON'T HAVE ANY POWER THE GAS PEDDLE DON'T WORK THE BREAKS DIDN'T EVEN GOOD THING I WAS GOING SLOW IN MY AREA HAD TO GET CAR TOWED TO MY MECHANI...

Jun 14, 2017 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 1 mi

MY CAR WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON THE STREET JUST SHUT DOWN RED FLASHING SCREEN SAYING STOP REDUCE BREAKING POWER START ENGINE DON'T KNOW IT SAYS THIS CAUSE CAR DON'T HAVE ANY POWER THE GAS PEDDLE DON'T WORK THE BREAKS DIDN'T EVEN GOOD THING I WAS GOING SLOW IN MY AREA HAD TO GET CAR TOWED TO MY MECHANI...

Jun 14, 2017 Service Brakes 1 mi

MY CAR WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON THE STREET JUST SHUT DOWN RED FLASHING SCREEN SAYING STOP REDUCE BREAKING POWER START ENGINE DON'T KNOW IT SAYS THIS CAUSE CAR DON'T HAVE ANY POWER THE GAS PEDDLE DON'T WORK THE BREAKS DIDN'T EVEN GOOD THING I WAS GOING SLOW IN MY AREA HAD TO GET CAR TOWED TO MY MECHANI...

Jun 14, 2017 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 1 mi

MY CAR WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON THE STREET JUST SHUT DOWN RED FLASHING SCREEN SAYING STOP REDUCE BREAKING POWER START ENGINE DON'T KNOW IT SAYS THIS CAUSE CAR DON'T HAVE ANY POWER THE GAS PEDDLE DON'T WORK THE BREAKS DIDN'T EVEN GOOD THING I WAS GOING SLOW IN MY AREA HAD TO GET CAR TOWED TO MY MECHANI...

Jun 13, 2017 Service Brakes 101,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE STOP BRAKING SYSTEM WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND FLASHED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MERCEDES-BENZ DEALER (...

Jun 13, 2017 Engine 101,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE STOP BRAKING SYSTEM WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND FLASHED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MERCEDES-BENZ DEALER (...

Jun 13, 2017 Service Brakes 101,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE STOP BRAKING SYSTEM WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND FLASHED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MERCEDES-BENZ DEALER (...

Jun 13, 2017 Engine 101,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE STOP BRAKING SYSTEM WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND FLASHED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MERCEDES-BENZ DEALER (...

Jun 8, 2017 Service Brakes 162,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. WHILE STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE ABS INDICATOR WAS CONSTANTLY ILLUMINATED. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE BRAKES INDEPENDENTLY APPLIED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO ADVISED THE CONTACT TO CALL THE MERCEDES-BENZ DEALER. THE VE...

Jun 8, 2017 Service Brakes 162,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. WHILE STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE ABS INDICATOR WAS CONSTANTLY ILLUMINATED. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE BRAKES INDEPENDENTLY APPLIED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO ADVISED THE CONTACT TO CALL THE MERCEDES-BENZ DEALER. THE VE...

May 25, 2017 Service Brakes 201,517 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, BUT FAILED TO IMMEDIATELY STOP THE VEHICLE AS THE CONTACT DROVE THROUGH A RED LIGHT. THE DEALER WAS CONTACTED AT 415-673-1700 A...

May 25, 2017 Service Brakes 201,517 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, BUT FAILED TO IMMEDIATELY STOP THE VEHICLE AS THE CONTACT DROVE THROUGH A RED LIGHT. THE DEALER WAS CONTACTED AT 415-673-1700 A...

May 11, 2017 Engine

I HAVE A BENZ E350 2006 WITH 60K MILES. MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WENT ON AND I WAS TOLD IT WAS THE BALANCE SHAFT GEAR PROBLEM. MERCEDES-BENZ HAD A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT COMPLAINT FILED FOR THIS ISSUE FOR SOME OF THEIR CARS WITH THIS PROBLEM AS WELL AS FAULTY ENGINES & IDLE GEARS. THERE ARE MORE THAN 100...

May 11, 2017 Engine

I HAVE A BENZ E350 2006 WITH 60K MILES. MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WENT ON AND I WAS TOLD IT WAS THE BALANCE SHAFT GEAR PROBLEM. MERCEDES-BENZ HAD A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT COMPLAINT FILED FOR THIS ISSUE FOR SOME OF THEIR CARS WITH THIS PROBLEM AS WELL AS FAULTY ENGINES & IDLE GEARS. THERE ARE MORE THAN 100...

May 2, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System

LEAKING FUEL PUMP, EMITTING GAS ODORS IN BACK SEAT FOR SEVERAL YEARS. COULD NOT FILL UP GAS TANK OR THE SMELL IS TOO MUCH. NOT SAFE TO TRAVEL WITH FRIENDS IN THE CAR. EVENTUALLY THE FUEL PUMP STOPPED WORKING AND WE WERE FORCED TO REPAIR IT BY PURCHASING AN ENTIRE NEW GAS TANK INCLUDING TWO FUEL PUMP...

May 2, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System

LEAKING FUEL PUMP, EMITTING GAS ODORS IN BACK SEAT FOR SEVERAL YEARS. COULD NOT FILL UP GAS TANK OR THE SMELL IS TOO MUCH. NOT SAFE TO TRAVEL WITH FRIENDS IN THE CAR. EVENTUALLY THE FUEL PUMP STOPPED WORKING AND WE WERE FORCED TO REPAIR IT BY PURCHASING AN ENTIRE NEW GAS TANK INCLUDING TWO FUEL PUMP...

Apr 13, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System 118,000 mi

I SMELL A HEAVY FUEL ODOR COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE WHEN I FILL THE FUEL TANK TO 100%. CALLED MERCEDES AND THEY TOLD ME THAT MY ISSUE IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE RECALL EVEN THOUGH I SEE THAT THEY HAVE INDEED HAD A RECALL OUT FOR THIS VERY ISSUE. FROM WHAT I HAVE FOUND ONLINE, MY CAR SHOULD...

Apr 13, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System 118,000 mi

I SMELL A HEAVY FUEL ODOR COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE WHEN I FILL THE FUEL TANK TO 100%. CALLED MERCEDES AND THEY TOLD ME THAT MY ISSUE IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE RECALL EVEN THOUGH I SEE THAT THEY HAVE INDEED HAD A RECALL OUT FOR THIS VERY ISSUE. FROM WHAT I HAVE FOUND ONLINE, MY CAR SHOULD...

Apr 10, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System

MY VEHICLE HAS ONLY 19500 ORIGINAL MILES WHICH I BOUGHT FROM MY AUNT WHO DIDN'T DRIVE THE CAR THAT MUCH BECAUSE OF GAS SMELL INSIDE ESPECIALLY AFTER FILLING UP GAS FULL TANK WHICH I ALSO ENCOUNTERED THAT MAKES ME WORRY THAT MIGHT CAUSE COMBUSTION OR FIRE. I SEARCH THE INTERNET AND MOST THE MB E-CLAS...

Apr 10, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System

MY VEHICLE HAS ONLY 19500 ORIGINAL MILES WHICH I BOUGHT FROM MY AUNT WHO DIDN'T DRIVE THE CAR THAT MUCH BECAUSE OF GAS SMELL INSIDE ESPECIALLY AFTER FILLING UP GAS FULL TANK WHICH I ALSO ENCOUNTERED THAT MAKES ME WORRY THAT MIGHT CAUSE COMBUSTION OR FIRE. I SEARCH THE INTERNET AND MOST THE MB E-CLAS...

Apr 4, 2017 Service Brakes Crash 125,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE CONTACT CAME TO AN ABRUPT STOP AND THE BRAKE PEDAL FAILED TO RESPOND WHEN DEPRESSED. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE BRAKE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT SUSTAIN...

Apr 4, 2017 Service Brakes Crash 125,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE CONTACT CAME TO AN ABRUPT STOP AND THE BRAKE PEDAL FAILED TO RESPOND WHEN DEPRESSED. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE BRAKE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT SUSTAIN...

Mar 27, 2017 Service Brakes 180,000 mi

STRONG FUEL SMELL COMING FROM THE OUTSIDE OF VEHICLE

Mar 27, 2017 Engine 180,000 mi

STRONG FUEL SMELL COMING FROM THE OUTSIDE OF VEHICLE

Mar 27, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System 180,000 mi

STRONG FUEL SMELL COMING FROM THE OUTSIDE OF VEHICLE

Mar 27, 2017 Service Brakes 180,000 mi

STRONG FUEL SMELL COMING FROM THE OUTSIDE OF VEHICLE

Mar 27, 2017 Engine 180,000 mi

STRONG FUEL SMELL COMING FROM THE OUTSIDE OF VEHICLE

Mar 27, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System 180,000 mi

STRONG FUEL SMELL COMING FROM THE OUTSIDE OF VEHICLE

Mar 11, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System 45,000 mi

STRONG GASOLINE SMELL WHEN CAR HAS A FULL TANK OF GAS, SMELL GOES AWAY WHEN GAS IS DOWN TO 3/4 FULL

Mar 11, 2017 Power Train 45,000 mi

CARS WILL NOT SHIFT. IT WONT GO PASS 3RD GEAR AND ALMOST CRASHED. BROUGHT CAR TO DEALER AND PER DEALER, CAR IS KNOWN TO HAVE THE PROBLEM BUT NOT RECALL. HAD TO PAY OVER $4000 TO GET THE CAR FIXED

Mar 11, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System 45,000 mi

STRONG GASOLINE SMELL WHEN CAR HAS A FULL TANK OF GAS, SMELL GOES AWAY WHEN GAS IS DOWN TO 3/4 FULL

Mar 11, 2017 Power Train 45,000 mi

CARS WILL NOT SHIFT. IT WONT GO PASS 3RD GEAR AND ALMOST CRASHED. BROUGHT CAR TO DEALER AND PER DEALER, CAR IS KNOWN TO HAVE THE PROBLEM BUT NOT RECALL. HAD TO PAY OVER $4000 TO GET THE CAR FIXED

Mar 7, 2017 Service Brakes 133,000 mi

THE SBC BRAKE SYSTEM ON MY AUTO IS SHOWING A WARNING TO SEND THE CAR TO THE DEALER. THEY TOLD ME I NEEDED A NEW ABS SYSTEM $2200.00. MANY MERCEDES OWNERS ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEMS WITH THE SBC BRAKE SYSTEM. THE BRAKES ARE VERY DIFFICULT AND DANGEROUS TO WORK ON! THE HYDRAULICS SHOULD HAVE A LIFET...

Mar 7, 2017 Service Brakes 133,000 mi

THE SBC BRAKE SYSTEM ON MY AUTO IS SHOWING A WARNING TO SEND THE CAR TO THE DEALER. THEY TOLD ME I NEEDED A NEW ABS SYSTEM $2200.00. MANY MERCEDES OWNERS ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEMS WITH THE SBC BRAKE SYSTEM. THE BRAKES ARE VERY DIFFICULT AND DANGEROUS TO WORK ON! THE HYDRAULICS SHOULD HAVE A LIFET...

Mar 3, 2017 Visibility/wiper 130,000 mi

DRIVER SIDE EXTERIOR MIRROR TURNED RED TINT IN COLOR, LOST CLARITY. SAME AS DESCRIBED BY OTHERS ON INTERNET

Mar 3, 2017 Visibility/wiper 130,000 mi

DRIVER SIDE EXTERIOR MIRROR TURNED RED TINT IN COLOR, LOST CLARITY. SAME AS DESCRIBED BY OTHERS ON INTERNET

Feb 27, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System 1,010,000 mi

HEAVY FUEL SMELL INSIDE CAR WHEN PARKED OR WHEN DRIVING, EVEN MORE SO IF INSIDE MY GARAGE. WENT ON LINE, SAW THAT MERCEDES TOLD NHTSA THAT IT WILL EXTEND WARRANTY TO 15 YEARS UNLIMITED MILEAGE, AND THAT THEY WILL COVER FUEL PUMP, FUEL TANK,AND ALL RELATED GASKETS. SMELL IS EVEN WORSE WHEN TANK I...

Feb 27, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System 1,010,000 mi

HEAVY FUEL SMELL INSIDE CAR WHEN PARKED OR WHEN DRIVING, EVEN MORE SO IF INSIDE MY GARAGE. WENT ON LINE, SAW THAT MERCEDES TOLD NHTSA THAT IT WILL EXTEND WARRANTY TO 15 YEARS UNLIMITED MILEAGE, AND THAT THEY WILL COVER FUEL PUMP, FUEL TANK,AND ALL RELATED GASKETS. SMELL IS EVEN WORSE WHEN TANK I...

Feb 25, 2017 Power Train

THE TRANSMISSION CONDUCTOR PLATE SENSOR IS DEFECTIVE. I WAS STUCK IN EITHER FIRST OR SECOND GEAR. I LEARN THAT IT WAS IN LIMP MODE. THE 722.9 TRANSMISSION CONDUCTOR PLATE SENSOR IS KNOWN TO HAVE THESE ISSUE AS I LEARNED FROM MANY MERCEDES OWNER THAT HAVE THE 7SPEED TRANNY. PLEASE ADVISE ON THIS SUB...

Feb 25, 2017 Power Train

THE TRANSMISSION CONDUCTOR PLATE SENSOR IS DEFECTIVE. I WAS STUCK IN EITHER FIRST OR SECOND GEAR. I LEARN THAT IT WAS IN LIMP MODE. THE 722.9 TRANSMISSION CONDUCTOR PLATE SENSOR IS KNOWN TO HAVE THESE ISSUE AS I LEARNED FROM MANY MERCEDES OWNER THAT HAVE THE 7SPEED TRANNY. PLEASE ADVISE ON THIS SUB...

Feb 20, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System

STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE FUEL INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF MY VEHICLE, PARTICULARLY AFTER REFILLING THE FUEL TANK. THE ODOR SUBSIDED AFTER DRIVING MY CAR FOR SOME DISTANCE THEREBY LOWERING THE FUEL LEVEL IN THE TANK. I TELL MY DAUGHTER TO FILL THE TANK TO ABOUT 3/4 FULL TO AVOID THE ODOR. THE ODOR IS VERY S...

Feb 20, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System

STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE FUEL INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF MY VEHICLE, PARTICULARLY AFTER REFILLING THE FUEL TANK. THE ODOR SUBSIDED AFTER DRIVING MY CAR FOR SOME DISTANCE THEREBY LOWERING THE FUEL LEVEL IN THE TANK. I TELL MY DAUGHTER TO FILL THE TANK TO ABOUT 3/4 FULL TO AVOID THE ODOR. THE ODOR IS VERY S...

Feb 12, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System

THERE IS A VERY BAD FUEL SMELL COMING OUT OF THE CAR. INSIDE THE VEHICLE IS NOT SMELLY BUT THE EXTERIOR SMELLS PRETTY BAD. SCARED THAT THESE FUEL VAPORS A HAZARD AND WONDERING IF THERE IS A RECALL ON THAT. CAR IS 2006 MODEL.

Feb 12, 2017 Fuel/propulsion System

THERE IS A VERY BAD FUEL SMELL COMING OUT OF THE CAR. INSIDE THE VEHICLE IS NOT SMELLY BUT THE EXTERIOR SMELLS PRETTY BAD. SCARED THAT THESE FUEL VAPORS A HAZARD AND WONDERING IF THERE IS A RECALL ON THAT. CAR IS 2006 MODEL.

Feb 9, 2017 Engine Fire

I WENT TO A HARDWARE STORE AND PARKED THE CAR IN THE STORE PARKING LOT. ABOUT 10 MINUTES LATER SOMEBODY CAME IN AND ASKED ME IF I WAS DRIVING A SILVER MERCEDES; I TOLD HIM YES AND HE TOLD ME THAT IT WAS ON FIRE. WHEN I GOT OUT OF THE STORE I SAW MY CAR'S ENGINE COMPARTMENT ON FIRE. BY THE TIME THE F...

Feb 9, 2017 Engine Fire

I WENT TO A HARDWARE STORE AND PARKED THE CAR IN THE STORE PARKING LOT. ABOUT 10 MINUTES LATER SOMEBODY CAME IN AND ASKED ME IF I WAS DRIVING A SILVER MERCEDES; I TOLD HIM YES AND HE TOLD ME THAT IT WAS ON FIRE. WHEN I GOT OUT OF THE STORE I SAW MY CAR'S ENGINE COMPARTMENT ON FIRE. BY THE TIME THE F...

Feb 7, 2017 Power Train 73,480 mi

AT 73,480 MILES THIS 2006 MERCEDES HAS A FAULTY CONDUCTOR PLATE VALVE THAT NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. THIS FAULTY CONDUCTOR PLATE/SPEED SENSOR CAUSES THE CAR NOT TO SHIFT FROM 1ST TO 2ND GEAR AND INSTEAD SPINS WITHOUT GOING INTO GEAR. THIS VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN MOTION WHILE THIS OCCURS. AT STOP LIGHT, TRI...

Feb 7, 2017 Power Train 73,480 mi

AT 73,480 MILES THIS 2006 MERCEDES HAS A FAULTY CONDUCTOR PLATE VALVE THAT NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. THIS FAULTY CONDUCTOR PLATE/SPEED SENSOR CAUSES THE CAR NOT TO SHIFT FROM 1ST TO 2ND GEAR AND INSTEAD SPINS WITHOUT GOING INTO GEAR. THIS VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN MOTION WHILE THIS OCCURS. AT STOP LIGHT, TRI...

Dec 8, 2016 Engine

THE ENGINE LIGHT INDICATOR CAME ON AND WAS CHECKED AT THE DEARLERSHIP AND SHOWED TO REPLACE SHAFT. IT SEEMED A LOT OF PROBLEMS WITH SAME INDICATION. COST TO REPAIR WAS QUOTED AT $5,500.

Dec 8, 2016 Engine

THE ENGINE LIGHT INDICATOR CAME ON AND WAS CHECKED AT THE DEARLERSHIP AND SHOWED TO REPLACE SHAFT. IT SEEMED A LOT OF PROBLEMS WITH SAME INDICATION. COST TO REPAIR WAS QUOTED AT $5,500.

Dec 1, 2016 Service Brakes 129,000 mi

DRIVING ON I-270 AT 55 MPH SUDDENLY BRAKES STOPPED FUNCTIONING AT ALL, DASHBOARD TURNED RED WITH THE MESSAGE REDUCED BRAKING POWER DEPRESS BRAKE PEDAL FULLY, BUT THERE WAS NO BRAKING POWER AT ALL. ALMOST LOST CONTROL.... SCARED I WAS GOING TO HIT ANOTHER CAR OR INVOLVE IN ACCIDENT... VEHICLE WAS IN...

Dec 1, 2016 Service Brakes 129,000 mi

DRIVING ON I-270 AT 55 MPH SUDDENLY BRAKES STOPPED FUNCTIONING AT ALL, DASHBOARD TURNED RED WITH THE MESSAGE REDUCED BRAKING POWER DEPRESS BRAKE PEDAL FULLY, BUT THERE WAS NO BRAKING POWER AT ALL. ALMOST LOST CONTROL.... SCARED I WAS GOING TO HIT ANOTHER CAR OR INVOLVE IN ACCIDENT... VEHICLE WAS IN...

Nov 30, 2016 Service Brakes 147,000 mi

I EXPERIENCED IMMEDIATE BRAKE FAILURE WHILE DRIVING WITH NO ADVANCED WARNING. RECEIVED RED LIGHT WARNING MESSAGING STATING REDUCED BRAKING ABILITY AND TO VISIT WORKSHOP. IMMEDIATELY STEPPED FULLY ON BRAKE PEDAL WITH MINIMAL TO NO RESPONSE. CAR EVENTUALLY SLOWED DOWN TO A STOP. A SIGNIFICANT COLLISIO...

Nov 30, 2016 Service Brakes 147,000 mi

I EXPERIENCED IMMEDIATE BRAKE FAILURE WHILE DRIVING WITH NO ADVANCED WARNING. RECEIVED RED LIGHT WARNING MESSAGING STATING REDUCED BRAKING ABILITY AND TO VISIT WORKSHOP. IMMEDIATELY STEPPED FULLY ON BRAKE PEDAL WITH MINIMAL TO NO RESPONSE. CAR EVENTUALLY SLOWED DOWN TO A STOP. A SIGNIFICANT COLLISIO...

Nov 16, 2016 Service Brakes 122,449 mi

WAS DRIVING THE MERCEDES E350 ON A HILLY ROAD ON NOV 15, 2016 WHEN THE VEHICLE LOST PRETTY MUCH ALL BRAKING CAPABILITY. THE DASH STARTED FLASHING "STOP REDUCED BRAKING POWER. DEPRESS BRAKE PEDAL FULLY" LOOKS LIKE THIS PROBLEM IS CAUSED BY A MANUFACTURING DEFECT ON THE BRAKE PUMP/CONTROLLER. THIS INC...

Nov 16, 2016 Service Brakes 145,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE, A BRAKE VISIT WORKSHOP WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE WARNING INDICATOR CONTINUOUSLY ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE SENSORTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL UNIT...

Nov 16, 2016 Service Brakes 122,449 mi

WAS DRIVING THE MERCEDES E350 ON A HILLY ROAD ON NOV 15, 2016 WHEN THE VEHICLE LOST PRETTY MUCH ALL BRAKING CAPABILITY. THE DASH STARTED FLASHING "STOP REDUCED BRAKING POWER. DEPRESS BRAKE PEDAL FULLY" LOOKS LIKE THIS PROBLEM IS CAUSED BY A MANUFACTURING DEFECT ON THE BRAKE PUMP/CONTROLLER. THIS INC...

Nov 16, 2016 Service Brakes 145,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE, A BRAKE VISIT WORKSHOP WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE WARNING INDICATOR CONTINUOUSLY ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE SENSORTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL UNIT...

Nov 15, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 175,583 mi

DUE TO INVESTIGATION EA 13-003 FOR FUEL SYSTEM, WARRANTY HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO 15 YEARS WITH UNLIMITED MILES FOR THE FUEL PUMP ON THIS VEHICLE. THIS WAS PRESUMABLY DONE TO AVOID A RECALL. SOUTH BAY MERCEDES BENZ IS REFUSING TO HONOR THIS WARRANTY THOUGH ALL CRITERIA HAVE BEEN MET.

Nov 15, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 175,583 mi

DUE TO INVESTIGATION EA 13-003 FOR FUEL SYSTEM, WARRANTY HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO 15 YEARS WITH UNLIMITED MILES FOR THE FUEL PUMP ON THIS VEHICLE. THIS WAS PRESUMABLY DONE TO AVOID A RECALL. SOUTH BAY MERCEDES BENZ IS REFUSING TO HONOR THIS WARRANTY THOUGH ALL CRITERIA HAVE BEEN MET.

Sep 5, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 135,000 mi

I PURCHASED THIS CAR TWO MONTHS AGO FROM AUTO DEALER WHO GAVE ME COPY OF CAR FAX REPORT. NO PROBLEMS WERE INDICATED. AFTER FILLING CAR UP WITH GAS (NOT TOPPING IT OFF) THERE IS AN EXTREMELY STRONG SMELL OF GAS INSIDE AND ESPECIALLY OUTSIDE THE BACK OF THE CAR. THE SMELL GOES AWAY AFTER THE GAS TA...

Sep 5, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 135,000 mi

I PURCHASED THIS CAR TWO MONTHS AGO FROM AUTO DEALER WHO GAVE ME COPY OF CAR FAX REPORT. NO PROBLEMS WERE INDICATED. AFTER FILLING CAR UP WITH GAS (NOT TOPPING IT OFF) THERE IS AN EXTREMELY STRONG SMELL OF GAS INSIDE AND ESPECIALLY OUTSIDE THE BACK OF THE CAR. THE SMELL GOES AWAY AFTER THE GAS TA...

Aug 15, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 134,000 mi

GAS SMELL AFTER FUELING FULL, SMELL DISAPPEARS AFTER DRIVING TO 3/4 GAS LEVEL

Aug 15, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 134,000 mi

GAS SMELL AFTER FUELING FULL, SMELL DISAPPEARS AFTER DRIVING TO 3/4 GAS LEVEL

Aug 9, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 98,600 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. AFTER RETREIVING THE VEHICLE FROM THE DEALER WHERE A RECALL REPAIR WAS PERFORMED, THERE WAS A STRONG ODOR OF FUEL STILL PRESENT IN THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER CLAIMED TO HAVE REPLACED THE DEFECTIVE FUEL PUMP AS PART OF THE RECALL. THE FUEL PUM...

Aug 9, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 98,600 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. AFTER RETREIVING THE VEHICLE FROM THE DEALER WHERE A RECALL REPAIR WAS PERFORMED, THERE WAS A STRONG ODOR OF FUEL STILL PRESENT IN THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER CLAIMED TO HAVE REPLACED THE DEFECTIVE FUEL PUMP AS PART OF THE RECALL. THE FUEL PUM...

Aug 3, 2016 Traction Control System 129,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 TO 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE APPROACHED A RAMP AND APPLIED THE BRAKES. MESSAGES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATED THAT READ "REDUCED BRAKE PRESSURE AND DEPRESS BRAKE FULLY", "TRACTION CONTROL", "ABS", AND "CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS...

Aug 3, 2016 Steering 129,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 TO 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE APPROACHED A RAMP AND APPLIED THE BRAKES. MESSAGES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATED THAT READ "REDUCED BRAKE PRESSURE AND DEPRESS BRAKE FULLY", "TRACTION CONTROL", "ABS", AND "CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS...

Aug 3, 2016 Service Brakes 129,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 TO 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE APPROACHED A RAMP AND APPLIED THE BRAKES. MESSAGES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATED THAT READ "REDUCED BRAKE PRESSURE AND DEPRESS BRAKE FULLY", "TRACTION CONTROL", "ABS", AND "CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS...

Aug 3, 2016 Engine 129,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 TO 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE APPROACHED A RAMP AND APPLIED THE BRAKES. MESSAGES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATED THAT READ "REDUCED BRAKE PRESSURE AND DEPRESS BRAKE FULLY", "TRACTION CONTROL", "ABS", AND "CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS...

Aug 3, 2016 Power Train 129,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 TO 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE APPROACHED A RAMP AND APPLIED THE BRAKES. MESSAGES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATED THAT READ "REDUCED BRAKE PRESSURE AND DEPRESS BRAKE FULLY", "TRACTION CONTROL", "ABS", AND "CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS...

Aug 3, 2016 Traction Control System 129,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 TO 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE APPROACHED A RAMP AND APPLIED THE BRAKES. MESSAGES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATED THAT READ "REDUCED BRAKE PRESSURE AND DEPRESS BRAKE FULLY", "TRACTION CONTROL", "ABS", AND "CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS...

Aug 3, 2016 Steering 129,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 TO 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE APPROACHED A RAMP AND APPLIED THE BRAKES. MESSAGES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATED THAT READ "REDUCED BRAKE PRESSURE AND DEPRESS BRAKE FULLY", "TRACTION CONTROL", "ABS", AND "CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS...

Aug 3, 2016 Service Brakes 129,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 TO 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE APPROACHED A RAMP AND APPLIED THE BRAKES. MESSAGES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATED THAT READ "REDUCED BRAKE PRESSURE AND DEPRESS BRAKE FULLY", "TRACTION CONTROL", "ABS", AND "CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS...

Aug 3, 2016 Engine 129,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 TO 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE APPROACHED A RAMP AND APPLIED THE BRAKES. MESSAGES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATED THAT READ "REDUCED BRAKE PRESSURE AND DEPRESS BRAKE FULLY", "TRACTION CONTROL", "ABS", AND "CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS...

Aug 3, 2016 Power Train 129,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 TO 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE APPROACHED A RAMP AND APPLIED THE BRAKES. MESSAGES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATED THAT READ "REDUCED BRAKE PRESSURE AND DEPRESS BRAKE FULLY", "TRACTION CONTROL", "ABS", AND "CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS...

Jul 21, 2016 Engine 75,000 mi

ENGINE JERKS AND SPUTTERS WHILE DRIVING. I APPEARS THAT THE VEHICLE WILL SHUTDOWN IMMEDIATELY. CANNOT DRIVE OVER 25 MPH OR GO UP HILLS.

Jul 21, 2016 Engine 75,000 mi

ENGINE JERKS AND SPUTTERS WHILE DRIVING. I APPEARS THAT THE VEHICLE WILL SHUTDOWN IMMEDIATELY. CANNOT DRIVE OVER 25 MPH OR GO UP HILLS.

Jun 29, 2016 Air Bags 165,000 mi

TAKATA RECALL I WENT OVER A SPEED BUMP AND MY AIR BAGS DEPLOYED ON THE DRIVERS SIDE AND THE REAR PASSENGER (BEHIND THE DRIVER).

Jun 29, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 165,000 mi

TAKATA RECALL I WENT OVER A SPEED BUMP AND MY AIR BAGS DEPLOYED ON THE DRIVERS SIDE AND THE REAR PASSENGER (BEHIND THE DRIVER).

Jun 29, 2016 Air Bags 165,000 mi

TAKATA RECALL I WENT OVER A SPEED BUMP AND MY AIR BAGS DEPLOYED ON THE DRIVERS SIDE AND THE REAR PASSENGER (BEHIND THE DRIVER).

Jun 29, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 165,000 mi

TAKATA RECALL I WENT OVER A SPEED BUMP AND MY AIR BAGS DEPLOYED ON THE DRIVERS SIDE AND THE REAR PASSENGER (BEHIND THE DRIVER).

May 18, 2016 Service Brakes 100,000 mi

THE BRAKES ON THIS CAR FAILED WITHOUT WARNING WHILE TRAVELING ON INTERSTATE AT HIGH SPEED. I HAVE CONTACTED MERCEDES AND THEY HAVE AGREED TO PAY THE COST OF THE SPC BRAKE UNIT UNDER WARRANTY; HOWEVER, THE COSTS OF LABOR IS VERY HIGH AND I HAVE TO COVER IT. I AM A RETIRED ELDERLY COMBAT DISABLED W...

May 18, 2016 Service Brakes 100,000 mi

THE BRAKES ON THIS CAR FAILED WITHOUT WARNING WHILE TRAVELING ON INTERSTATE AT HIGH SPEED. I HAVE CONTACTED MERCEDES AND THEY HAVE AGREED TO PAY THE COST OF THE SPC BRAKE UNIT UNDER WARRANTY; HOWEVER, THE COSTS OF LABOR IS VERY HIGH AND I HAVE TO COVER IT. I AM A RETIRED ELDERLY COMBAT DISABLED W...

May 9, 2016 Engine 100,000 mi

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT GOES ON....CAR VIBRATES (SHAKES!) ...I PULL OVER, STOP THE CAR, TURN OFF THE ENGINE AND THE PROBLEM DOES NOT OCCUR AGAIN ...IN TEN YEARS THIS EPISODE HAS OCCURRED THREE OR FOUR TIMES. I BROUGHT IT IN THE A LOCAL MBZ WARRANTY FACILITY AND THEY COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG...AND TH...

May 9, 2016 Engine 100,000 mi

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT GOES ON....CAR VIBRATES (SHAKES!) ...I PULL OVER, STOP THE CAR, TURN OFF THE ENGINE AND THE PROBLEM DOES NOT OCCUR AGAIN ...IN TEN YEARS THIS EPISODE HAS OCCURRED THREE OR FOUR TIMES. I BROUGHT IT IN THE A LOCAL MBZ WARRANTY FACILITY AND THEY COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG...AND TH...

Apr 13, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System Fire 64,746 mi

THIS REPORT IS AN ADDITIONAL INSPECTION REPORT FOR ODI NUMBER 10745880 ON 07/28/2015. I ATTACHED A PDF REPORT FOR YOUR FURTHER INVESTIGATION.

Apr 13, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System Fire 64,746 mi

THIS REPORT IS AN ADDITIONAL INSPECTION REPORT FOR ODI NUMBER 10745880 ON 07/28/2015. I ATTACHED A PDF REPORT FOR YOUR FURTHER INVESTIGATION.

Mar 17, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 120,000 mi

THE VEHICLE LEAKS GAS WHEN THE TANK IS FILLED. IT SEEMS TO DRIP INTERNALLY AND CAN BE HEARD AS DROPS. THE ACCUMULATED GAS THEN EVAPORATES AND IT HAS A VERY STRONG SMELL. IN THE GARAGE, THE SMELL IS EXTREMELY STRONG. NO WET AREAS UNDER THE CAR. GAS SEEMS TO COLLECT ON SOME OF THE PLASTIC COVERS UNDER...

Mar 17, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 120,000 mi

THE VEHICLE LEAKS GAS WHEN THE TANK IS FILLED. IT SEEMS TO DRIP INTERNALLY AND CAN BE HEARD AS DROPS. THE ACCUMULATED GAS THEN EVAPORATES AND IT HAS A VERY STRONG SMELL. IN THE GARAGE, THE SMELL IS EXTREMELY STRONG. NO WET AREAS UNDER THE CAR. GAS SEEMS TO COLLECT ON SOME OF THE PLASTIC COVERS UNDER...

Feb 23, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 39,000 mi

THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT HAS A VERY STRONG SMELL OF GASOLINE TO THE POINT OF FEELING DIZZY IN MY 10 MINUTE COMMUTE TO AND FROM WORK. THIS STARTED A FEW MONTHS AGO AND HAS GOTTEN PROGRESSIVELY WORSE BY THE WEEK. WHAT APPEARS TO BE A GASOLINE LEAK HAS GOTTEN SO BAD THAT NOW EVEN THE OUTSIDE OF THE CA...

Feb 23, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 39,000 mi

THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT HAS A VERY STRONG SMELL OF GASOLINE TO THE POINT OF FEELING DIZZY IN MY 10 MINUTE COMMUTE TO AND FROM WORK. THIS STARTED A FEW MONTHS AGO AND HAS GOTTEN PROGRESSIVELY WORSE BY THE WEEK. WHAT APPEARS TO BE A GASOLINE LEAK HAS GOTTEN SO BAD THAT NOW EVEN THE OUTSIDE OF THE CA...

Feb 6, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 26,000 mi

SMELLS LIKE GAS IN THE INTERIOR OF THE VEHICLE AND STRONGER SMELL IN THE TRUNK. SMELLS MORE WHEN IT'S FULL OF GAS.THERES NO LEAK IN FUEL PUMP SENDING UNITS.

Feb 6, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 26,000 mi

SMELLS LIKE GAS IN THE INTERIOR OF THE VEHICLE AND STRONGER SMELL IN THE TRUNK. SMELLS MORE WHEN IT'S FULL OF GAS.THERES NO LEAK IN FUEL PUMP SENDING UNITS.

Dec 6, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 104,000 mi

STRONG SMELL OF GAS INSIDE AND OUTSIDE PERIMETER OF THE AUTOMOBILE AFTER A GAS TANK FILL UP. SMELLS GO AWAY AFTER DRIVING 40-50 MILES. I HAVE BEEN REFUELING AT ABOUT 80% CAPACITY TO MITIGATE THE SITUATION.

Dec 6, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 104,000 mi

STRONG SMELL OF GAS INSIDE AND OUTSIDE PERIMETER OF THE AUTOMOBILE AFTER A GAS TANK FILL UP. SMELLS GO AWAY AFTER DRIVING 40-50 MILES. I HAVE BEEN REFUELING AT ABOUT 80% CAPACITY TO MITIGATE THE SITUATION.

Nov 27, 2015 Service Brakes 55,700 mi

BRAKE SERVICE WORKSHOP MESSAGE. SBC UNIT FAILING AND LOSS OF BRAKE FUNCTION NOTICEABLE WHEN THE LIGHT IS ON. MESSAGE GOES AWAY BUT COMES BACK ON. CAR HAS 55766 MILES AND IS LESS THAN 10 YEARS OLD.

Nov 27, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System

AFTER FILLING CAR UP WITH GAS (NOT TOPPING IT OFF) THE INSIDE OF THE CAR SMELLS LIKE GAS. THE SMELL GOES AWAY AFTER THE GAS TANK IS 3/4 FULL

Nov 27, 2015 Service Brakes 55,766 mi

THIS VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH SENSOTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL THAT HAS A SERVICE THRESHOLD. WHEN THIS THRESHOLD IS REACHED THE BRAKE SYSTEM DEFAULTS TO NON POWER ASSISTED HYDRAULIC MODE TO THE FRONT WHEELS ONLY. THIS OCCURS WITHOUT ANY PRIOR WARNING AND RESULTS IN INCREASED STOPPING DISTANCE. MERCEDES BEN...

Nov 27, 2015 Service Brakes 55,700 mi

BRAKE SERVICE WORKSHOP MESSAGE. SBC UNIT FAILING AND LOSS OF BRAKE FUNCTION NOTICEABLE WHEN THE LIGHT IS ON. MESSAGE GOES AWAY BUT COMES BACK ON. CAR HAS 55766 MILES AND IS LESS THAN 10 YEARS OLD.

Nov 27, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System

AFTER FILLING CAR UP WITH GAS (NOT TOPPING IT OFF) THE INSIDE OF THE CAR SMELLS LIKE GAS. THE SMELL GOES AWAY AFTER THE GAS TANK IS 3/4 FULL

Nov 27, 2015 Service Brakes 55,766 mi

THIS VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH SENSOTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL THAT HAS A SERVICE THRESHOLD. WHEN THIS THRESHOLD IS REACHED THE BRAKE SYSTEM DEFAULTS TO NON POWER ASSISTED HYDRAULIC MODE TO THE FRONT WHEELS ONLY. THIS OCCURS WITHOUT ANY PRIOR WARNING AND RESULTS IN INCREASED STOPPING DISTANCE. MERCEDES BEN...

Nov 13, 2015 Air Bags Crash 193,000 mi

THE DRIVER WAS OPERATING HER 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350 ON A COUNTY ROAD IN REDMOND, WASHINGTON. DRIVER WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT, IN WHICH SHE REAR-ENDED THE CAR IN FRONT OF HER, CAUSING HER CAR'S DRIVER'S SEAT AIRBAG CONTAINED IN THE STEERING WHEEL TO DEPLOY. WHEN THE AIRBAG DEPLOYED, SOME PORTION...

Nov 13, 2015 Air Bags Crash 193,000 mi

THE DRIVER WAS OPERATING HER 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350 ON A COUNTY ROAD IN REDMOND, WASHINGTON. DRIVER WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT, IN WHICH SHE REAR-ENDED THE CAR IN FRONT OF HER, CAUSING HER CAR'S DRIVER'S SEAT AIRBAG CONTAINED IN THE STEERING WHEEL TO DEPLOY. WHEN THE AIRBAG DEPLOYED, SOME PORTION...

Nov 10, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 118,000 mi

STRONG GAS ODOR COMING FROM INSIDE THE VEHICLE AFTER FILLING UP. DEALERSHIP STATES, NO ACTIVE RECALLS AND ARE UNABLE TO SOURCE THE ODOR.

Nov 10, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 118,000 mi

STRONG GAS ODOR COMING FROM INSIDE THE VEHICLE AFTER FILLING UP. DEALERSHIP STATES, NO ACTIVE RECALLS AND ARE UNABLE TO SOURCE THE ODOR.

Nov 6, 2015 Air Bags Crash 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE STRUCK A PARKED VEHICLE IN THE REAR. AS A RESULT, ALL THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES SUSTAINED AND A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN IMPOUND LOT. THE MANUFACTURER WAS N...

Nov 6, 2015 Air Bags Crash 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE STRUCK A PARKED VEHICLE IN THE REAR. AS A RESULT, ALL THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES SUSTAINED AND A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN IMPOUND LOT. THE MANUFACTURER WAS N...

Oct 16, 2015 Service Brakes 147,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE SERVICE BRAKE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE SBC PUMP NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT RE...

Oct 16, 2015 Service Brakes 147,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE SERVICE BRAKE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE SBC PUMP NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT RE...

Oct 14, 2015 Tires 120,485 mi

COMPLAINT CONCERNS THE MICHELIN TIRE NO. 2255516 MXM4 95V THAT BLEW OUT ON THE SIDEWALL WHILE TRAVELING AT A NORMAL RATE OF SPEED OF 45 TO 50 MILES PER HOUR. THE TIRE HAD ONLY BEEN USED FOR 30,634 MILES AND THE BLOW OUT OCCURRED ON A HIGHWAY. THE BLOWOUT OCCURRED AT AN AREA ON THE SIDE OF THE TIRE T...

Oct 14, 2015 Tires 120,485 mi

COMPLAINT CONCERNS THE MICHELIN TIRE NO. 2255516 MXM4 95V THAT BLEW OUT ON THE SIDEWALL WHILE TRAVELING AT A NORMAL RATE OF SPEED OF 45 TO 50 MILES PER HOUR. THE TIRE HAD ONLY BEEN USED FOR 30,634 MILES AND THE BLOW OUT OCCURRED ON A HIGHWAY. THE BLOWOUT OCCURRED AT AN AREA ON THE SIDE OF THE TIRE T...

Oct 5, 2015 Air Bags Crash 117,000 mi

I AM REPORTING A VERY SERIOUS, DISTURBING, SHOCKING AND TRAGIC ACCIDENT ON 9/12/2015 ON RANDALL ROAD IN ELGIN, IL USA AT 2:35 PM JUST AFTER BIG TIMBER ROAD SIGNAL.MY SOUTHBOUND 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350 CAR WAS HIT BY THE HIGH SPEED OUT OF CONTROL NORTHBOUND 2014 TOYOTA COROLLA, WHICH HAD CROSSED/SWER...

Oct 5, 2015 Structure Crash 117,000 mi

I AM REPORTING A VERY SERIOUS, DISTURBING, SHOCKING AND TRAGIC ACCIDENT ON 9/12/2015 ON RANDALL ROAD IN ELGIN, IL USA AT 2:35 PM JUST AFTER BIG TIMBER ROAD SIGNAL.MY SOUTHBOUND 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350 CAR WAS HIT BY THE HIGH SPEED OUT OF CONTROL NORTHBOUND 2014 TOYOTA COROLLA, WHICH HAD CROSSED/SWER...

Oct 5, 2015 Engine Crash 117,000 mi

I AM REPORTING A VERY SERIOUS, DISTURBING, SHOCKING AND TRAGIC ACCIDENT ON 9/12/2015 ON RANDALL ROAD IN ELGIN, IL USA AT 2:35 PM JUST AFTER BIG TIMBER ROAD SIGNAL.MY SOUTHBOUND 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350 CAR WAS HIT BY THE HIGH SPEED OUT OF CONTROL NORTHBOUND 2014 TOYOTA COROLLA, WHICH HAD CROSSED/SWER...

Oct 5, 2015 Air Bags Crash 117,000 mi

I AM REPORTING A VERY SERIOUS, DISTURBING, SHOCKING AND TRAGIC ACCIDENT ON 9/12/2015 ON RANDALL ROAD IN ELGIN, IL USA AT 2:35 PM JUST AFTER BIG TIMBER ROAD SIGNAL.MY SOUTHBOUND 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350 CAR WAS HIT BY THE HIGH SPEED OUT OF CONTROL NORTHBOUND 2014 TOYOTA COROLLA, WHICH HAD CROSSED/SWER...

Oct 5, 2015 Structure Crash 117,000 mi

I AM REPORTING A VERY SERIOUS, DISTURBING, SHOCKING AND TRAGIC ACCIDENT ON 9/12/2015 ON RANDALL ROAD IN ELGIN, IL USA AT 2:35 PM JUST AFTER BIG TIMBER ROAD SIGNAL.MY SOUTHBOUND 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350 CAR WAS HIT BY THE HIGH SPEED OUT OF CONTROL NORTHBOUND 2014 TOYOTA COROLLA, WHICH HAD CROSSED/SWER...

Oct 5, 2015 Engine Crash 117,000 mi

I AM REPORTING A VERY SERIOUS, DISTURBING, SHOCKING AND TRAGIC ACCIDENT ON 9/12/2015 ON RANDALL ROAD IN ELGIN, IL USA AT 2:35 PM JUST AFTER BIG TIMBER ROAD SIGNAL.MY SOUTHBOUND 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350 CAR WAS HIT BY THE HIGH SPEED OUT OF CONTROL NORTHBOUND 2014 TOYOTA COROLLA, WHICH HAD CROSSED/SWER...

Sep 27, 2015 Engine 107,000 mi

THE ENGINE OF MY CAR STALLED SUDDENLY, BRAKING POWER WAS REDUCED DRAMATICALLY. I WAS ABOUT TO GET INTO A SERIOUS CRASH BUT LIKELY THIS HAPPENED IN A LOCAL STREET AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT WHEN EVERYONE WAS READY TO SLOW DOWN AND STOP. MY DEALER TOLD ME THE ENGINE STALLED DUE TO A BROKEN VACUUM INTAKE MANIF...

Sep 27, 2015 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 107,000 mi

THE ENGINE OF MY CAR STALLED SUDDENLY, BRAKING POWER WAS REDUCED DRAMATICALLY. I WAS ABOUT TO GET INTO A SERIOUS CRASH BUT LIKELY THIS HAPPENED IN A LOCAL STREET AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT WHEN EVERYONE WAS READY TO SLOW DOWN AND STOP. MY DEALER TOLD ME THE ENGINE STALLED DUE TO A BROKEN VACUUM INTAKE MANIF...

Sep 27, 2015 Engine 107,000 mi

THE ENGINE OF MY CAR STALLED SUDDENLY, BRAKING POWER WAS REDUCED DRAMATICALLY. I WAS ABOUT TO GET INTO A SERIOUS CRASH BUT LIKELY THIS HAPPENED IN A LOCAL STREET AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT WHEN EVERYONE WAS READY TO SLOW DOWN AND STOP. MY DEALER TOLD ME THE ENGINE STALLED DUE TO A BROKEN VACUUM INTAKE MANIF...

Sep 27, 2015 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 107,000 mi

THE ENGINE OF MY CAR STALLED SUDDENLY, BRAKING POWER WAS REDUCED DRAMATICALLY. I WAS ABOUT TO GET INTO A SERIOUS CRASH BUT LIKELY THIS HAPPENED IN A LOCAL STREET AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT WHEN EVERYONE WAS READY TO SLOW DOWN AND STOP. MY DEALER TOLD ME THE ENGINE STALLED DUE TO A BROKEN VACUUM INTAKE MANIF...

Sep 17, 2015 Unknown Or Other 55,000 mi

FOR THE PAST FEW YEARS I HAVE NOTICED A STRONG SMELL OF GASOLINE IN THE GARAGE WHEN I FILL-UP MY CAR. I GOT INTO THE PRACTICE OF FILLING-UP ONLY 3/4 OF THE TANK AND THE SMELL OF GAS WAS LESS NOTICEABLE THEN. FOR THE PAST WEEK I HAVE NOTICED THE SMELL OF GAS IS VERY STRONG NO MATTER HOW MUCH GAS IN...

Sep 17, 2015 Unknown Or Other 55,000 mi

FOR THE PAST FEW YEARS I HAVE NOTICED A STRONG SMELL OF GASOLINE IN THE GARAGE WHEN I FILL-UP MY CAR. I GOT INTO THE PRACTICE OF FILLING-UP ONLY 3/4 OF THE TANK AND THE SMELL OF GAS WAS LESS NOTICEABLE THEN. FOR THE PAST WEEK I HAVE NOTICED THE SMELL OF GAS IS VERY STRONG NO MATTER HOW MUCH GAS IN...

Sep 11, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 179,550 mi

I HAVE BEEN SMELLING GASOLINE FOR MONTHS NOW ON THE EXTERIOR OF MY CAR, ON 9/9/15 I STARTED THE CAR DROVE A SHORT DISTANCE IT DIED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET. I HAD IT TOWED TO MERCEDES WHO SAID I NEEDED A NEW GAS TANK INSTALLED FOR 3600.00. I ASKED ABOUT THE CLASS ACTION REGARDING FUEL TANKS AND T...

Sep 11, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 145,630 mi

FILLED UP GAS TANK MONDAY EVENING AND PARKED IN GARAGE.I WOKE UPTO VERY STRONG SMELL OF GAS-FUMES IN MY GARAGE .TOOK IT TO AUTO REPAIR SHOP I GO TO.WRITTEN DIAGNOSIS GIVEN.TECH FOUND FUEL SENDER ON THE DRIVER SIDE TO BE CRACKED LEAKING FUEL.TECH RECOMMENDED REPLACING FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY.VEHICLE NOT S...

Sep 11, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 179,550 mi

I HAVE BEEN SMELLING GASOLINE FOR MONTHS NOW ON THE EXTERIOR OF MY CAR, ON 9/9/15 I STARTED THE CAR DROVE A SHORT DISTANCE IT DIED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET. I HAD IT TOWED TO MERCEDES WHO SAID I NEEDED A NEW GAS TANK INSTALLED FOR 3600.00. I ASKED ABOUT THE CLASS ACTION REGARDING FUEL TANKS AND T...

Sep 11, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 145,630 mi

FILLED UP GAS TANK MONDAY EVENING AND PARKED IN GARAGE.I WOKE UPTO VERY STRONG SMELL OF GAS-FUMES IN MY GARAGE .TOOK IT TO AUTO REPAIR SHOP I GO TO.WRITTEN DIAGNOSIS GIVEN.TECH FOUND FUEL SENDER ON THE DRIVER SIDE TO BE CRACKED LEAKING FUEL.TECH RECOMMENDED REPLACING FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY.VEHICLE NOT S...

Aug 16, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 112,000 mi

FOR SEVERAL TIMES NOW I CAN SMELLING A STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THE CAR, EVEN MORE SO AFTER PUMPING GAS ON THE CAR. SOMETIMES I CAN SEE A SMALL LEAK INTO THE PARKING SPACE.

Aug 16, 2015 Engine 112,000 mi

FOR SEVERAL TIMES NOW I CAN SMELLING A STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THE CAR, EVEN MORE SO AFTER PUMPING GAS ON THE CAR. SOMETIMES I CAN SEE A SMALL LEAK INTO THE PARKING SPACE.

Aug 16, 2015 Unknown Or Other 112,000 mi

FOR SEVERAL TIMES NOW I CAN SMELLING A STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THE CAR, EVEN MORE SO AFTER PUMPING GAS ON THE CAR. SOMETIMES I CAN SEE A SMALL LEAK INTO THE PARKING SPACE.

Aug 16, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 112,000 mi

FOR SEVERAL TIMES NOW I CAN SMELLING A STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THE CAR, EVEN MORE SO AFTER PUMPING GAS ON THE CAR. SOMETIMES I CAN SEE A SMALL LEAK INTO THE PARKING SPACE.

Aug 16, 2015 Engine 112,000 mi

FOR SEVERAL TIMES NOW I CAN SMELLING A STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THE CAR, EVEN MORE SO AFTER PUMPING GAS ON THE CAR. SOMETIMES I CAN SEE A SMALL LEAK INTO THE PARKING SPACE.

Aug 16, 2015 Unknown Or Other 112,000 mi

FOR SEVERAL TIMES NOW I CAN SMELLING A STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THE CAR, EVEN MORE SO AFTER PUMPING GAS ON THE CAR. SOMETIMES I CAN SEE A SMALL LEAK INTO THE PARKING SPACE.

Aug 10, 2015 Power Train 92,094 mi

VEHICLE WENT INTO LOW GEAR UNSUSPECTINGLY, AND STEERING BECAME DIFFICULT VEHICLE WENT INTO LIMP MODE WITHOUT AND WARNING. VEHICLE COULD NOT BE DRIVEN OVER 30MPH VEHICLE WOULD NOT SHIFT BACK INTO HIGHER GEAR. VEHICLE IS PARKED AND VEHICLE IS STILL STRUCK IN LOW GEAR WILL NOT COME OUT OF LOWER GEAR.I ...

Aug 10, 2015 Steering 92,094 mi

VEHICLE WENT INTO LOW GEAR UNSUSPECTINGLY, AND STEERING BECAME DIFFICULT VEHICLE WENT INTO LIMP MODE WITHOUT AND WARNING. VEHICLE COULD NOT BE DRIVEN OVER 30MPH VEHICLE WOULD NOT SHIFT BACK INTO HIGHER GEAR. VEHICLE IS PARKED AND VEHICLE IS STILL STRUCK IN LOW GEAR WILL NOT COME OUT OF LOWER GEAR.I ...

Aug 10, 2015 Power Train 92,094 mi

VEHICLE WENT INTO LOW GEAR UNSUSPECTINGLY, AND STEERING BECAME DIFFICULT VEHICLE WENT INTO LIMP MODE WITHOUT AND WARNING. VEHICLE COULD NOT BE DRIVEN OVER 30MPH VEHICLE WOULD NOT SHIFT BACK INTO HIGHER GEAR. VEHICLE IS PARKED AND VEHICLE IS STILL STRUCK IN LOW GEAR WILL NOT COME OUT OF LOWER GEAR.I ...

Aug 10, 2015 Steering 92,094 mi

VEHICLE WENT INTO LOW GEAR UNSUSPECTINGLY, AND STEERING BECAME DIFFICULT VEHICLE WENT INTO LIMP MODE WITHOUT AND WARNING. VEHICLE COULD NOT BE DRIVEN OVER 30MPH VEHICLE WOULD NOT SHIFT BACK INTO HIGHER GEAR. VEHICLE IS PARKED AND VEHICLE IS STILL STRUCK IN LOW GEAR WILL NOT COME OUT OF LOWER GEAR.I ...

Aug 4, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System Fire 64,746 mi

THIS IS SECOND REPORT REGARDING TO THE TRACKING NUMBER 10745880. AS W. W. SIMONSON MERCEDES AUTHORIZED REPAIR SHOP SERVICE ADVISOR YAHOUM MOE CALLED ME TO PRESENT A QUOTE FOR REPAIR , I VISITED THE SHOP ON AUGUST 4, 2015. THE RO NUMBER 360666 FOR THE QUOTE AMOUNT IS $8608.50. EVEN IF THE FIRE DAMA...

Aug 4, 2015 Unknown Or Other Fire 64,746 mi

THIS IS SECOND REPORT REGARDING TO THE TRACKING NUMBER 10745880. AS W. W. SIMONSON MERCEDES AUTHORIZED REPAIR SHOP SERVICE ADVISOR YAHOUM MOE CALLED ME TO PRESENT A QUOTE FOR REPAIR , I VISITED THE SHOP ON AUGUST 4, 2015. THE RO NUMBER 360666 FOR THE QUOTE AMOUNT IS $8608.50. EVEN IF THE FIRE DAMA...

Aug 4, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System Fire 64,746 mi

THIS IS SECOND REPORT REGARDING TO THE TRACKING NUMBER 10745880. AS W. W. SIMONSON MERCEDES AUTHORIZED REPAIR SHOP SERVICE ADVISOR YAHOUM MOE CALLED ME TO PRESENT A QUOTE FOR REPAIR , I VISITED THE SHOP ON AUGUST 4, 2015. THE RO NUMBER 360666 FOR THE QUOTE AMOUNT IS $8608.50. EVEN IF THE FIRE DAMA...

Aug 4, 2015 Unknown Or Other Fire 64,746 mi

THIS IS SECOND REPORT REGARDING TO THE TRACKING NUMBER 10745880. AS W. W. SIMONSON MERCEDES AUTHORIZED REPAIR SHOP SERVICE ADVISOR YAHOUM MOE CALLED ME TO PRESENT A QUOTE FOR REPAIR , I VISITED THE SHOP ON AUGUST 4, 2015. THE RO NUMBER 360666 FOR THE QUOTE AMOUNT IS $8608.50. EVEN IF THE FIRE DAMA...

Aug 3, 2015 Unknown Or Other 75,000 mi

VEHICLE OFTEN SMELLS OF GAS FUME. THIS PROBLEM HAS OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY SINCE I FIRST OWNED THE CAR IN 2012. IT IS VERY SEVERE SOMETIMES . I WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE SOURCE OF THE PROBLEM UNTIL THE FUEL PUMP BEGAN TO MALFUNCTION AND I TOOK THE CAR TO A MECHANIC WHO INFORMED THAT THIS WAS A K...

Aug 3, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 75,000 mi

VEHICLE OFTEN SMELLS OF GAS FUME. THIS PROBLEM HAS OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY SINCE I FIRST OWNED THE CAR IN 2012. IT IS VERY SEVERE SOMETIMES . I WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE SOURCE OF THE PROBLEM UNTIL THE FUEL PUMP BEGAN TO MALFUNCTION AND I TOOK THE CAR TO A MECHANIC WHO INFORMED THAT THIS WAS A K...

Aug 3, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System Fire 64,746 mi

I DROVE ABOUT 15 MILES FROM MY HOME TO MY WORK ON THE INTERSTATE HIGHWAY 10 IN THE WEST OF LOS ANGELES. I WAS GOING TO EXIT FROM THE I-10 TO ALAMEDA EXIT, I SAW WHITE FUME COMING UP FROM THE VENTILATION ON HOOD AND THE GAS SMELL START TO COME INTO INSIDE AND I ROLL DOWN THE WINDOWS WHILE TAKING EXIT...

Aug 3, 2015 Unknown Or Other 75,000 mi

VEHICLE OFTEN SMELLS OF GAS FUME. THIS PROBLEM HAS OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY SINCE I FIRST OWNED THE CAR IN 2012. IT IS VERY SEVERE SOMETIMES . I WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE SOURCE OF THE PROBLEM UNTIL THE FUEL PUMP BEGAN TO MALFUNCTION AND I TOOK THE CAR TO A MECHANIC WHO INFORMED THAT THIS WAS A K...

Aug 3, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 75,000 mi

VEHICLE OFTEN SMELLS OF GAS FUME. THIS PROBLEM HAS OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY SINCE I FIRST OWNED THE CAR IN 2012. IT IS VERY SEVERE SOMETIMES . I WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE SOURCE OF THE PROBLEM UNTIL THE FUEL PUMP BEGAN TO MALFUNCTION AND I TOOK THE CAR TO A MECHANIC WHO INFORMED THAT THIS WAS A K...

Aug 3, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System Fire 64,746 mi

I DROVE ABOUT 15 MILES FROM MY HOME TO MY WORK ON THE INTERSTATE HIGHWAY 10 IN THE WEST OF LOS ANGELES. I WAS GOING TO EXIT FROM THE I-10 TO ALAMEDA EXIT, I SAW WHITE FUME COMING UP FROM THE VENTILATION ON HOOD AND THE GAS SMELL START TO COME INTO INSIDE AND I ROLL DOWN THE WINDOWS WHILE TAKING EXIT...

Jul 30, 2015 Power Train 99,700 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR A ROUTINE INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC DISCOVERED THAT THE CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR WAS FAULTY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THE CRANKSHAFT SENS...

Jul 30, 2015 Power Train 99,700 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR A ROUTINE INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC DISCOVERED THAT THE CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR WAS FAULTY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THE CRANKSHAFT SENS...

Jul 28, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 156,000 mi

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON HAD VEHICLE CHECKED THROUGHLY DISCOVERED FUEL SENDING UNIT/TANK PROBLEM.

Jul 28, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 156,000 mi

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON HAD VEHICLE CHECKED THROUGHLY DISCOVERED FUEL SENDING UNIT/TANK PROBLEM.

Jul 17, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 115,393 mi

I AM A DISABLED VETERAN AND ON APRIL 30, 2015 MY CAR SMELLED LIKE GAS. MERCEDES BENZ USA SAID TO TAKE IT TO NEAREST DEALER ATLANTA CLASSIC CARS IN GWINNETT COUNTY, GA. THE PROBLEM: LEAKING FUEL TANK, IT TOOK 120 DAYS TO REPLACE THE TANK. THE CAR STILL SMELLS LIKE GAS, THE DEALERSHIP RECOMMENDED R...

Jul 17, 2015 Seats 115,393 mi

I AM A DISABLED VETERAN AND ON APRIL 30, 2015 MY CAR SMELLED LIKE GAS. MERCEDES BENZ USA SAID TO TAKE IT TO NEAREST DEALER ATLANTA CLASSIC CARS IN GWINNETT COUNTY, GA. THE PROBLEM: LEAKING FUEL TANK, IT TOOK 120 DAYS TO REPLACE THE TANK. THE CAR STILL SMELLS LIKE GAS, THE DEALERSHIP RECOMMENDED R...

Jul 17, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 115,393 mi

I AM A DISABLED VETERAN AND ON APRIL 30, 2015 MY CAR SMELLED LIKE GAS. MERCEDES BENZ USA SAID TO TAKE IT TO NEAREST DEALER ATLANTA CLASSIC CARS IN GWINNETT COUNTY, GA. THE PROBLEM: LEAKING FUEL TANK, IT TOOK 120 DAYS TO REPLACE THE TANK. THE CAR STILL SMELLS LIKE GAS, THE DEALERSHIP RECOMMENDED R...

Jul 17, 2015 Seats 115,393 mi

I AM A DISABLED VETERAN AND ON APRIL 30, 2015 MY CAR SMELLED LIKE GAS. MERCEDES BENZ USA SAID TO TAKE IT TO NEAREST DEALER ATLANTA CLASSIC CARS IN GWINNETT COUNTY, GA. THE PROBLEM: LEAKING FUEL TANK, IT TOOK 120 DAYS TO REPLACE THE TANK. THE CAR STILL SMELLS LIKE GAS, THE DEALERSHIP RECOMMENDED R...

Jul 10, 2015 Electrical System 92,934 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE SOFTWARE CALIBRATION NUMBER NEEDED TO BE RECODED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FA...

Jul 10, 2015 Electrical System 92,934 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE SOFTWARE CALIBRATION NUMBER NEEDED TO BE RECODED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FA...

Jun 21, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 65,500 mi

AFTER FILLING UP THE CAR WITH GASOLINE, I CAN SMELL THE DISTINCT ODOR OF GASOLINE FROM OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE AROUND THE REAR PASSENGER DOOR AREA (DRIVER'S SIDE). I BELIEVE THAT FUEL IS LEAKING FROM THE FUEL FILTER SENDER UNIT, WHICH IS LOCATED UNDER THE BACKSEAT. A NEW STORY SHOWING THE PROBLEM IS H...

Jun 21, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 65,500 mi

AFTER FILLING UP THE CAR WITH GASOLINE, I CAN SMELL THE DISTINCT ODOR OF GASOLINE FROM OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE AROUND THE REAR PASSENGER DOOR AREA (DRIVER'S SIDE). I BELIEVE THAT FUEL IS LEAKING FROM THE FUEL FILTER SENDER UNIT, WHICH IS LOCATED UNDER THE BACKSEAT. A NEW STORY SHOWING THE PROBLEM IS H...

Jun 20, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 110,000 mi

THE E350 MERCEDES BENZ HAS A DEFECTED SEAL GASKET ON THE TOP OF THE GAS TANK AND WHEN THE TANK IS FILLED, FUMES AND GAS WILL EXIT THIS OPENING IN THE FUEL TANK. THE FUMES ARE VERY STRONG WHEN PARKED IN THE GARAGE AND MERCEDES BENZ HAS ACKNOWLEDGED THIS DEFECT IN THEIR TANKS AND THE SUIT HAS BEEN SE...

Jun 20, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 110,000 mi

THE E350 MERCEDES BENZ HAS A DEFECTED SEAL GASKET ON THE TOP OF THE GAS TANK AND WHEN THE TANK IS FILLED, FUMES AND GAS WILL EXIT THIS OPENING IN THE FUEL TANK. THE FUMES ARE VERY STRONG WHEN PARKED IN THE GARAGE AND MERCEDES BENZ HAS ACKNOWLEDGED THIS DEFECT IN THEIR TANKS AND THE SUIT HAS BEEN SE...

Jun 17, 2015 Exterior Lighting 111,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRUNK OF THE VEHICLE FAILED TO OPERATE WITHOUT WARNING. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE LIGHTS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT UNKNOWN ELECTRICAL WIRES IN TH...

Jun 17, 2015 Electrical System 111,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRUNK OF THE VEHICLE FAILED TO OPERATE WITHOUT WARNING. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE LIGHTS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT UNKNOWN ELECTRICAL WIRES IN TH...

Jun 17, 2015 Exterior Lighting 111,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRUNK OF THE VEHICLE FAILED TO OPERATE WITHOUT WARNING. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE LIGHTS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT UNKNOWN ELECTRICAL WIRES IN TH...

Jun 17, 2015 Electrical System 111,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRUNK OF THE VEHICLE FAILED TO OPERATE WITHOUT WARNING. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE LIGHTS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT UNKNOWN ELECTRICAL WIRES IN TH...

May 5, 2015 Service Brakes 120,000 mi

CATASTROPHIC SBC SYSTEM FAILURE. DRIVING ON THE TURNPIKE AT 65 MPH SUDDENLY BRAKES STOPPED FUNCTIONING AT ALL, DASHBOARD TURNED RED WITH THE MESSAGE SBC FAILURE, DEPRESS BRAKE PEDAL IN FULL, BUT THERE WAS NO BRAKING POWER AT ALL. COASTED, TOOK THE NEAREST EXIT AND COULD TOW THE CAR. I WAS VERY LUCKY...

May 5, 2015 Service Brakes 120,000 mi

CATASTROPHIC SBC SYSTEM FAILURE. DRIVING ON THE TURNPIKE AT 65 MPH SUDDENLY BRAKES STOPPED FUNCTIONING AT ALL, DASHBOARD TURNED RED WITH THE MESSAGE SBC FAILURE, DEPRESS BRAKE PEDAL IN FULL, BUT THERE WAS NO BRAKING POWER AT ALL. COASTED, TOOK THE NEAREST EXIT AND COULD TOW THE CAR. I WAS VERY LUCKY...

Apr 24, 2015 Service Brakes 135,000 mi

DEFECTIVE ABS SYSTEM, SBC SYSTEM. SENSOTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM NOT FUNCTIONING. *TR

Apr 24, 2015 Service Brakes 135,000 mi

DEFECTIVE ABS SYSTEM, SBC SYSTEM. SENSOTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM NOT FUNCTIONING. *TR

Apr 22, 2015 Fuel System, Gasoline 91,526 mi

NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: PE12001. *TR

Apr 22, 2015 Fuel System, Gasoline 91,526 mi

NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: PE12001. *TR

Apr 15, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 97,000 mi

AS PER YOUR WEBSITE YOU CLOSED THIS INVESTIGATION ON THE BASIS OF MERCEDES NOTIFYING YOU THAT IT WILL EXTEND THE ORIGINAL WARRANTY COVERAGE ON COVERED FUEL TANK COMPONENTS IN E CLASS VEHICLES IN MY 2003-2009. HOWEVER WHEN I REACHED OUT TO MB-USA THEY INFORMED ME THAT MY VEHICLE WAS NOT COVERED UNDE...

Apr 15, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 97,000 mi

AS PER YOUR WEBSITE YOU CLOSED THIS INVESTIGATION ON THE BASIS OF MERCEDES NOTIFYING YOU THAT IT WILL EXTEND THE ORIGINAL WARRANTY COVERAGE ON COVERED FUEL TANK COMPONENTS IN E CLASS VEHICLES IN MY 2003-2009. HOWEVER WHEN I REACHED OUT TO MB-USA THEY INFORMED ME THAT MY VEHICLE WAS NOT COVERED UNDE...

Apr 7, 2015 Service Brakes 159,000 mi

I TURNED ON MY ENGINE AND MADE A U-TURN TO TRAVEL UP MY STREET. WHEN I COMPLETED THE TURN A RED WARNING LIGHT FLASHED THAT MY BREAK SYSTEM WAS NOT FULLY OPERABLE/TAKE CAR IMMEDIATELY TO DEALER. IN A FEW FEET, MY BRAKES FAILED COMPLETELY, CAR WOULD NOT STOP, AND EMERGENCY BRAKES DID NOT WORK. WHEN ...

Apr 7, 2015 Service Brakes 159,000 mi

I TURNED ON MY ENGINE AND MADE A U-TURN TO TRAVEL UP MY STREET. WHEN I COMPLETED THE TURN A RED WARNING LIGHT FLASHED THAT MY BREAK SYSTEM WAS NOT FULLY OPERABLE/TAKE CAR IMMEDIATELY TO DEALER. IN A FEW FEET, MY BRAKES FAILED COMPLETELY, CAR WOULD NOT STOP, AND EMERGENCY BRAKES DID NOT WORK. WHEN ...

Mar 19, 2015 Engine 103,586 mi

THERE IS A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE WITH 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E CLASS (MBEC) BECAUSE OF A MANUFACTURER'S AND/OR DESIGN DEFECT WHICH CAUSES THIS VEHICLE TO NOT GO INTO PROPER GEAR AND/OR STALL SUDDENLY PUTTING THE PUBLIC AT RISK. I BARELY ESCAPED BEING SMASHED INTO BY ONCOMING TRAFFIC WHILE MAKING A ROUTI...

Mar 19, 2015 Power Train 103,586 mi

THERE IS A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE WITH 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E CLASS (MBEC) BECAUSE OF A MANUFACTURER'S AND/OR DESIGN DEFECT WHICH CAUSES THIS VEHICLE TO NOT GO INTO PROPER GEAR AND/OR STALL SUDDENLY PUTTING THE PUBLIC AT RISK. I BARELY ESCAPED BEING SMASHED INTO BY ONCOMING TRAFFIC WHILE MAKING A ROUTI...

Mar 19, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 103,586 mi

THERE IS A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE WITH 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E CLASS (MBEC) BECAUSE OF A MANUFACTURER'S AND/OR DESIGN DEFECT WHICH CAUSES THIS VEHICLE TO NOT GO INTO PROPER GEAR AND/OR STALL SUDDENLY PUTTING THE PUBLIC AT RISK. I BARELY ESCAPED BEING SMASHED INTO BY ONCOMING TRAFFIC WHILE MAKING A ROUTI...

Mar 19, 2015 Engine 103,586 mi

THERE IS A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE WITH 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E CLASS (MBEC) BECAUSE OF A MANUFACTURER'S AND/OR DESIGN DEFECT WHICH CAUSES THIS VEHICLE TO NOT GO INTO PROPER GEAR AND/OR STALL SUDDENLY PUTTING THE PUBLIC AT RISK. I BARELY ESCAPED BEING SMASHED INTO BY ONCOMING TRAFFIC WHILE MAKING A ROUTI...

Mar 19, 2015 Power Train 103,586 mi

THERE IS A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE WITH 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E CLASS (MBEC) BECAUSE OF A MANUFACTURER'S AND/OR DESIGN DEFECT WHICH CAUSES THIS VEHICLE TO NOT GO INTO PROPER GEAR AND/OR STALL SUDDENLY PUTTING THE PUBLIC AT RISK. I BARELY ESCAPED BEING SMASHED INTO BY ONCOMING TRAFFIC WHILE MAKING A ROUTI...

Mar 19, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 103,586 mi

THERE IS A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE WITH 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E CLASS (MBEC) BECAUSE OF A MANUFACTURER'S AND/OR DESIGN DEFECT WHICH CAUSES THIS VEHICLE TO NOT GO INTO PROPER GEAR AND/OR STALL SUDDENLY PUTTING THE PUBLIC AT RISK. I BARELY ESCAPED BEING SMASHED INTO BY ONCOMING TRAFFIC WHILE MAKING A ROUTI...

Mar 16, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 96,500 mi

AFTER FILLING GAS AT THE SHELL GAS STATION I GOT ON TO THE 101 FREEWAY AND SUDDENLY THE INSIDES OF THE VEHICLE STARTED SMELLING GASOLINE, IT WAS SO BAD THAT I HAD TO OPEN THE WINDOWS AND PULL OVER. I FELT LIKE I WILL PASS OUT BECAUSE OF THE INTENSITY OF THE SMELL. *TR

Mar 16, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 96,500 mi

AFTER FILLING GAS AT THE SHELL GAS STATION I GOT ON TO THE 101 FREEWAY AND SUDDENLY THE INSIDES OF THE VEHICLE STARTED SMELLING GASOLINE, IT WAS SO BAD THAT I HAD TO OPEN THE WINDOWS AND PULL OVER. I FELT LIKE I WILL PASS OUT BECAUSE OF THE INTENSITY OF THE SMELL. *TR

Mar 12, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 122,325 mi

STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE FUEL INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE AFTER REFILLING THE TANK. ODOR WENT AWAY AFTER DRIVING SOME DISTANCE THEREBY LOWERING THE FUEL LEVEL IN THE TANK. M-B OF TAMPA AND MB OF USA REFUSED TO MAKE WARRANTY REPAIR FUEL LEAKAGE PROBLEM DUE MY PZEV VEHICLE (WITH OPTION 917) WAS S...

Mar 12, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 122,325 mi

STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE FUEL INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE AFTER REFILLING THE TANK. ODOR WENT AWAY AFTER DRIVING SOME DISTANCE THEREBY LOWERING THE FUEL LEVEL IN THE TANK. M-B OF TAMPA AND MB OF USA REFUSED TO MAKE WARRANTY REPAIR FUEL LEAKAGE PROBLEM DUE MY PZEV VEHICLE (WITH OPTION 917) WAS S...

Mar 11, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 98,500 mi

I WAS FIRST OWNER OF THIS BENZ 2006 E350. IT WAS NEVER INVOLVED IN ANY ACCIDENT. I TYPICALLY PARKED THE CAR OUTSIDE GARAGE. HOWEVER, AFTER I MOVED THE CAR INSIDE MY GARAGE A FEW DAYS AGO, I SMELLED GAS. SO I LIFTED UP 2ND ROW SEAT, UNCOVERED THE COVERING-PIECE ON DRIVER'S SIDE, I SAW FUEL DELIVE...

Mar 11, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 98,500 mi

I WAS FIRST OWNER OF THIS BENZ 2006 E350. IT WAS NEVER INVOLVED IN ANY ACCIDENT. I TYPICALLY PARKED THE CAR OUTSIDE GARAGE. HOWEVER, AFTER I MOVED THE CAR INSIDE MY GARAGE A FEW DAYS AGO, I SMELLED GAS. SO I LIFTED UP 2ND ROW SEAT, UNCOVERED THE COVERING-PIECE ON DRIVER'S SIDE, I SAW FUEL DELIVE...

Mar 5, 2015 Power Train Crash 117,000 mi

WE, MY WIFE AND 3 SON'S WERE COMING DOWN FROM BIG BEAR WHEN IT STARTED SNOWING. SNOW GOT HEAVY AND I WAS APPROACHING A SHARP CURVE SLOWED DOWN TO ABOUT 8MILES MADE THE TURN ND SLOWLY PRESSED ON THE GAS PEDDLE, THE RPMS WENT UP BUT THE CAR DID NOT ACCELERATE. I HAD TO STOP PUT THE CAR IN PARK THEN...

Mar 5, 2015 Power Train Crash 117,000 mi

WE, MY WIFE AND 3 SON'S WERE COMING DOWN FROM BIG BEAR WHEN IT STARTED SNOWING. SNOW GOT HEAVY AND I WAS APPROACHING A SHARP CURVE SLOWED DOWN TO ABOUT 8MILES MADE THE TURN ND SLOWLY PRESSED ON THE GAS PEDDLE, THE RPMS WENT UP BUT THE CAR DID NOT ACCELERATE. I HAD TO STOP PUT THE CAR IN PARK THEN...

Feb 25, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. UPON REFUELING THE VEHICLE, THERE WAS A STRONG SMELL OF FUEL OUTSIDE AND INSIDE THE VEHICLE. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE STRONG FUMES WERE EXTREME. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE AUTHORIZED DEALER, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL SENDING UNIT WAS LEAKIN...

Feb 25, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. UPON REFUELING THE VEHICLE, THERE WAS A STRONG SMELL OF FUEL OUTSIDE AND INSIDE THE VEHICLE. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE STRONG FUMES WERE EXTREME. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE AUTHORIZED DEALER, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL SENDING UNIT WAS LEAKIN...

Feb 20, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 110,565 mi

WHEN I FILL UP THE GAS TANK AND START DRIVING I CAN SMELL GAS INSIDE OF VEHICLE, I LOOKED UNDER CAR AND THE REAR DRIVERS SIDE IS WET AND SMELLS LIKE GAS. KIND OF SCARED THAT THE CAR MIGHT START ON FIRE. WHAT CAN I DO? IS THERE A RECALL? I HAVE NEVER HAD THIS HAPPEN ON ANY VEHICLE I OWNED BEFORE....

Feb 20, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 110,565 mi

WHEN I FILL UP THE GAS TANK AND START DRIVING I CAN SMELL GAS INSIDE OF VEHICLE, I LOOKED UNDER CAR AND THE REAR DRIVERS SIDE IS WET AND SMELLS LIKE GAS. KIND OF SCARED THAT THE CAR MIGHT START ON FIRE. WHAT CAN I DO? IS THERE A RECALL? I HAVE NEVER HAD THIS HAPPEN ON ANY VEHICLE I OWNED BEFORE....

Feb 14, 2015 Service Brakes

THIS VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH SENSOTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL THAT HAS A SERVICE THRESHOLD. WHEN THIS THRESHOLD IS REACHED THE BRAKE SYSTEM DEFAULTS TO NON POWER ASSISTED HYDRAULIC MODE TO THE FRONT WHEELS ONLY. THIS OCCURS WITHOUT ANY PRIOR WARNING AND RESULTS IN INCREASED STOPPING DISTANCE. I HAVE SENT ...

Feb 14, 2015 Service Brakes

THIS VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH SENSOTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL THAT HAS A SERVICE THRESHOLD. WHEN THIS THRESHOLD IS REACHED THE BRAKE SYSTEM DEFAULTS TO NON POWER ASSISTED HYDRAULIC MODE TO THE FRONT WHEELS ONLY. THIS OCCURS WITHOUT ANY PRIOR WARNING AND RESULTS IN INCREASED STOPPING DISTANCE. I HAVE SENT ...

Feb 5, 2015 Power Train 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ENGAGED, THE REAR WHEELS SUDDENLY LOCKED UP AND THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SKID UNCONTROLLABLY. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO DOWNSHIFT INTO FIRST GEAR. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER TO THE SHOULDER OF THE HIGHWAY. THE CONTAC...

Feb 5, 2015 Power Train 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ENGAGED, THE REAR WHEELS SUDDENLY LOCKED UP AND THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SKID UNCONTROLLABLY. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO DOWNSHIFT INTO FIRST GEAR. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER TO THE SHOULDER OF THE HIGHWAY. THE CONTAC...

Jan 20, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 61,000 mi

GAS LEAKING CANNOT BE FIXED MIGHT LEAD TO FIRE OR EXPLOSION BECAUSE OF GAS EVAPORATED STRONGER DAY AFTER DAY. *TR

Jan 20, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 70,000 mi

NOTICED GAS LEAKING ONTO REAR TIRE DURING REFUELING. DEALER DROPPED TANK AND FOUND LEAKING FUEL TANK NECK. *TR

Jan 20, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 61,000 mi

GAS LEAKING CANNOT BE FIXED MIGHT LEAD TO FIRE OR EXPLOSION BECAUSE OF GAS EVAPORATED STRONGER DAY AFTER DAY. *TR

Jan 20, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 70,000 mi

NOTICED GAS LEAKING ONTO REAR TIRE DURING REFUELING. DEALER DROPPED TANK AND FOUND LEAKING FUEL TANK NECK. *TR

Jan 12, 2015 Service Brakes 106,867 mi

THIS VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH SENSOTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL THAT HAS A SERVICE THRESHOLD. WHEN THIS THRESHOLD IS REACHED THE BRAKE SYSTEM DEFAULTS TO NON POWER ASSISTED HYDRAULIC MODE TO THE FRONT WHEELS ONLY. THIS OCCURS WITHOUT ANY PRIOR WARNING AND RESULTS IN INCREASED STOPPING DISTANCE. I HAVE SENT ...

Jan 12, 2015 Service Brakes 106,867 mi

THIS VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH SENSOTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL THAT HAS A SERVICE THRESHOLD. WHEN THIS THRESHOLD IS REACHED THE BRAKE SYSTEM DEFAULTS TO NON POWER ASSISTED HYDRAULIC MODE TO THE FRONT WHEELS ONLY. THIS OCCURS WITHOUT ANY PRIOR WARNING AND RESULTS IN INCREASED STOPPING DISTANCE. I HAVE SENT ...

Jan 8, 2015 Fuel System, Gasoline 169,000 mi

AFTER FILLING FUEL TANK AND PARKING CAR IN GARAGE, A STRONG GASOLINE SMELL FILLED THE GARAGE AND HOUSE. HAD TO REMOVE CAR FROM GARAGE. THIS HAPPENS IF I FILL THE TANK. I DO NOT OVERFILL. IF I DON'T FILL THE TANK I DON'T HAVE THIS PROBLEM. AFTER DRIVING THE CAR AROUND 50 MILES THE SMELL GOES AWA...

Jan 8, 2015 Fuel System, Gasoline 169,000 mi

AFTER FILLING FUEL TANK AND PARKING CAR IN GARAGE, A STRONG GASOLINE SMELL FILLED THE GARAGE AND HOUSE. HAD TO REMOVE CAR FROM GARAGE. THIS HAPPENS IF I FILL THE TANK. I DO NOT OVERFILL. IF I DON'T FILL THE TANK I DON'T HAVE THIS PROBLEM. AFTER DRIVING THE CAR AROUND 50 MILES THE SMELL GOES AWA...

Dec 22, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline

VERY STRONG GASOLINE ODOR INSIDE AND OUTSIDE AUTOMOBILE, STRONGEST AFTER REFUELING. *TR

Dec 22, 2014 Engine

GEARING MECHANISM SUDDENLY FAILED WHILE DRIVING THUS CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO STALL. WAS UNABLE TO MOVE FORWARD UNTIL THE CAR WAS SHUT OFF, RESTARTED AND THEN CAR MOVED FORWARD WITH A VERY JERKY MOTION SITUATION POSED A DANGEROUS HAZARD TO PASSENGERS AS WELL AS OTHER VEHICLES IN THE FLOW OF TRAFFIC. ...

Dec 22, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline

VERY STRONG GASOLINE ODOR INSIDE AND OUTSIDE AUTOMOBILE, STRONGEST AFTER REFUELING. *TR

Dec 22, 2014 Engine

GEARING MECHANISM SUDDENLY FAILED WHILE DRIVING THUS CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO STALL. WAS UNABLE TO MOVE FORWARD UNTIL THE CAR WAS SHUT OFF, RESTARTED AND THEN CAR MOVED FORWARD WITH A VERY JERKY MOTION SITUATION POSED A DANGEROUS HAZARD TO PASSENGERS AS WELL AS OTHER VEHICLES IN THE FLOW OF TRAFFIC. ...

Dec 20, 2014 Engine 120,000 mi

BALANCE SHIFT WORNED

Dec 20, 2014 Engine 120,000 mi

BALANCE SHIFT WORNED

Dec 11, 2014 Engine 87,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE JERKED, STALLED, AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. IN ORDER FOR THE VEHICLE TO BE RESTARTED, THE KEY HAD TO BE TAKEN OUT OF THE IGNITION AND RE- INSERTED. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON NUMEROUS OC...

Dec 11, 2014 Engine 87,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE JERKED, STALLED, AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. IN ORDER FOR THE VEHICLE TO BE RESTARTED, THE KEY HAD TO BE TAKEN OUT OF THE IGNITION AND RE- INSERTED. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON NUMEROUS OC...

Dec 8, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System

THE CAR WAS SMELLING LIKE GASOLINE INSIDE AND OUTSIDE ESPECIALLY AFTER FILLING UP THE FULL TANK. WHEN I LIFTED THE BACK SEAT AND OPENED THE COVER WHERE THE FUEL PUMP IS THERE WAS A GASOLINE EVERYWHERE OVERFLOWING THE FUEL PUMP. THERE WERE ALSO MARKS OF GASOLINE ON THE BOTTOM OF THE CAR (LEFT REAR S...

Dec 8, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System

THE CAR WAS SMELLING LIKE GASOLINE INSIDE AND OUTSIDE ESPECIALLY AFTER FILLING UP THE FULL TANK. WHEN I LIFTED THE BACK SEAT AND OPENED THE COVER WHERE THE FUEL PUMP IS THERE WAS A GASOLINE EVERYWHERE OVERFLOWING THE FUEL PUMP. THERE WERE ALSO MARKS OF GASOLINE ON THE BOTTOM OF THE CAR (LEFT REAR S...

Dec 6, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 117,562 mi

THERE IS AN EXTREMELY STRONG AND SICKENING GASOLINE ODOR THAT COMES FROM THE CAR, ESPECIALLY WHEN PARKED IN THE GARAGE OR AN ENCLOSED SPACE. THE ODOR ARISES FROM INSIDE THE CAR, ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE IN THE BACK. THIS ODOR OCCURS EVERY TIME AFTER THE TANK IS FILLED UP. *TR

Dec 6, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 117,562 mi

THERE IS AN EXTREMELY STRONG AND SICKENING GASOLINE ODOR THAT COMES FROM THE CAR, ESPECIALLY WHEN PARKED IN THE GARAGE OR AN ENCLOSED SPACE. THE ODOR ARISES FROM INSIDE THE CAR, ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE IN THE BACK. THIS ODOR OCCURS EVERY TIME AFTER THE TANK IS FILLED UP. *TR

Dec 4, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 25,000 mi

GAS FUMES AND GAS LEAK AFTER FILLING TANK. DEALER STATES CAR NEEDS A NEW FUEL TANK, FUEL LINE AND SENSORS AND ESTIMATES REPAIRS OF $2700.00. *TR

Dec 4, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 25,000 mi

GAS FUMES AND GAS LEAK AFTER FILLING TANK. DEALER STATES CAR NEEDS A NEW FUEL TANK, FUEL LINE AND SENSORS AND ESTIMATES REPAIRS OF $2700.00. *TR

Dec 3, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 98,621 mi

I FILLED THE TANK BEFORE GOING ON VACATION. CAR WAS LEFT PARKED ON MY DRIVEWAY. WHEN I CAME BACK THERE WAS A STRONG SMELL OF GAS INSIDE THE CAR. THE GAS TANK IS UNDER THE BACK SEAT. TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER TO FIX. THEY REPLACED THE TANK INNER MODULE, CABLE HARNESS, AUXILIARY PUMP, SEAL RING ...

Dec 3, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 98,621 mi

I FILLED THE TANK BEFORE GOING ON VACATION. CAR WAS LEFT PARKED ON MY DRIVEWAY. WHEN I CAME BACK THERE WAS A STRONG SMELL OF GAS INSIDE THE CAR. THE GAS TANK IS UNDER THE BACK SEAT. TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER TO FIX. THEY REPLACED THE TANK INNER MODULE, CABLE HARNESS, AUXILIARY PUMP, SEAL RING ...

Dec 2, 2014 Engine 93,000 mi

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON AND WHEN CHECK INDICATES CAM SENSOR PROBLEM. I WAS TOLD THAT MERCEDES KNOWS ABOUT THIS PROBLEM. *JS

Dec 2, 2014 Power Train 93,000 mi

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON AND WHEN CHECK INDICATES CAM SENSOR PROBLEM. I WAS TOLD THAT MERCEDES KNOWS ABOUT THIS PROBLEM. *JS

Dec 2, 2014 Engine 93,000 mi

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON AND WHEN CHECK INDICATES CAM SENSOR PROBLEM. I WAS TOLD THAT MERCEDES KNOWS ABOUT THIS PROBLEM. *JS

Dec 2, 2014 Power Train 93,000 mi

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON AND WHEN CHECK INDICATES CAM SENSOR PROBLEM. I WAS TOLD THAT MERCEDES KNOWS ABOUT THIS PROBLEM. *JS

Nov 26, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 144,500 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REFUELING, THE FUEL STARTED TO LEAK BACK OUT. ALSO, STRONG FUEL FUMES EMITTED AT THE REAR AND INSIDE THE VEHICLE REAR SEAT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE V...

Nov 26, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 144,500 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REFUELING, THE FUEL STARTED TO LEAK BACK OUT. ALSO, STRONG FUEL FUMES EMITTED AT THE REAR AND INSIDE THE VEHICLE REAR SEAT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE V...

Nov 21, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 65,000 mi

LEAKING FUEL TANK. VEHICLE IS EXCELLENT CONDITION, VERY WELL MAINTAINED, WITH ONLY 65,000 MILES. I TOOK MY CAR INTO THE MERCEDES DEALERSHIP FOR ITS REGULAR MAINTENANCE SERVICE. I HAD JUST FILLED THE GAS TANK PRIOR TO TAKING IT TO THE DEALERSHIP. THE TECHNICIAN NOTICED A STRONG GAS SMELL AROUND T...

Nov 21, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 65,000 mi

LEAKING FUEL TANK. VEHICLE IS EXCELLENT CONDITION, VERY WELL MAINTAINED, WITH ONLY 65,000 MILES. I TOOK MY CAR INTO THE MERCEDES DEALERSHIP FOR ITS REGULAR MAINTENANCE SERVICE. I HAD JUST FILLED THE GAS TANK PRIOR TO TAKING IT TO THE DEALERSHIP. THE TECHNICIAN NOTICED A STRONG GAS SMELL AROUND T...

Nov 12, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 88,900 mi

VEHICLE HAS FUEL SMELL INSIDE AND OUT LIKE THERE IS A LEAK. ODOR WORST AFTER FILL UP. *TR

Nov 12, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 88,900 mi

VEHICLE HAS FUEL SMELL INSIDE AND OUT LIKE THERE IS A LEAK. ODOR WORST AFTER FILL UP. *TR

Nov 10, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 115,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT GASOLINE FUEL FUMES EMITTED INSIDE AND AROUND THE EXTERIOR OF THE VEHICLE. AFTER INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT FUEL WAS LEAKING OUT THE FUEL TANK. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOS...

Nov 10, 2014 Engine 92,000 mi

PO16, PO17 NEEDS TO REPLACE BALANCESHAFT TIMING CHAIN WILL COST 8-10K. ENGINE WILL FAIL IF NOT REPLACED . THERE IS A NOTICE ON THIS. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT STAYS ON. MERCEDES REFUSE TO PAY , COVER COST WHEN IT IS MANUFACTURER DEFECT. THE ENGINE SHOULD LAST LONGER. *TR

Nov 10, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 115,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT GASOLINE FUEL FUMES EMITTED INSIDE AND AROUND THE EXTERIOR OF THE VEHICLE. AFTER INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT FUEL WAS LEAKING OUT THE FUEL TANK. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOS...

Nov 10, 2014 Engine 92,000 mi

PO16, PO17 NEEDS TO REPLACE BALANCESHAFT TIMING CHAIN WILL COST 8-10K. ENGINE WILL FAIL IF NOT REPLACED . THERE IS A NOTICE ON THIS. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT STAYS ON. MERCEDES REFUSE TO PAY , COVER COST WHEN IT IS MANUFACTURER DEFECT. THE ENGINE SHOULD LAST LONGER. *TR

Nov 4, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 30,000 mi

A FUEL TANK LEAK WAS IDENTIFIED BY AN INDEPENDENT MERCEDES MECHANIC. FILLING UP THE CAR WITH FUEL AND PARKING IN GARAGE OVERNIGHT, ALWAYS PRODUCED A SIGNIFICANT GAS ODOR WHEN RETURNING TO THE GARAGE. IT HAS ALWAYS DONE THIS (SECOND OWNER AT ABOUT 25-30KK MILES), AND I ASSUMED IT WAS JUST A QUIRK O...

Nov 4, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 30,000 mi

A FUEL TANK LEAK WAS IDENTIFIED BY AN INDEPENDENT MERCEDES MECHANIC. FILLING UP THE CAR WITH FUEL AND PARKING IN GARAGE OVERNIGHT, ALWAYS PRODUCED A SIGNIFICANT GAS ODOR WHEN RETURNING TO THE GARAGE. IT HAS ALWAYS DONE THIS (SECOND OWNER AT ABOUT 25-30KK MILES), AND I ASSUMED IT WAS JUST A QUIRK O...

Oct 24, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 90,000 mi

AFTER GETTING OUT OF MY VEHICLE, I NOTICED A STRONG SMELL OF FUEL COMING FROM THE REAR BOTTOM OF MY VEHICLE. THERE IS A LARGE LEAK SOMEWHERE IN THE FUEL SYSTEM. THIS NOW OCCURS EVERY TIME I GET NEAR THE VEHICLE BUT IS STRONGEST AFTER THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN DRIVEN. IT NOW ALSO SMELLS LIKE FUEL IN THE V...

Oct 24, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 90,000 mi

AFTER GETTING OUT OF MY VEHICLE, I NOTICED A STRONG SMELL OF FUEL COMING FROM THE REAR BOTTOM OF MY VEHICLE. THERE IS A LARGE LEAK SOMEWHERE IN THE FUEL SYSTEM. THIS NOW OCCURS EVERY TIME I GET NEAR THE VEHICLE BUT IS STRONGEST AFTER THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN DRIVEN. IT NOW ALSO SMELLS LIKE FUEL IN THE V...

Oct 21, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 65,000 mi

I NEEDED TO REPLACE MY GASOLINE TANK IN MY MERCEDES BENZ WHEN THE SMELL FROM GASOLINE FUMES BECAME OVERWHELMING. I HAD THE SMELL, ESPECIALLY AFTER I FILLED UP THE TANK FOR SEVERAL YEARS AND WAS ALWAYS TOLD THAT NOTHING WAS WRONG AND THAT A GASOLINE SMELL AFTER FILLING UP IS NORMAL. WHEN I TOOK IN...

Oct 21, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 65,000 mi

I NEEDED TO REPLACE MY GASOLINE TANK IN MY MERCEDES BENZ WHEN THE SMELL FROM GASOLINE FUMES BECAME OVERWHELMING. I HAD THE SMELL, ESPECIALLY AFTER I FILLED UP THE TANK FOR SEVERAL YEARS AND WAS ALWAYS TOLD THAT NOTHING WAS WRONG AND THAT A GASOLINE SMELL AFTER FILLING UP IS NORMAL. WHEN I TOOK IN...

Oct 19, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 108,808 mi

BEGAN TO NOTICE A SIGNIFICANT FUEL SMELL OUTSIDE THE REAR TIRE ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. IT IS SO STRONG THAT WHEN IT IS ENCLOSED IN THE GARAGE, WE ARE AFRAID A PILOT LIGHT COULD IGNITE A FIRE. *TR

Oct 19, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 108,808 mi

BEGAN TO NOTICE A SIGNIFICANT FUEL SMELL OUTSIDE THE REAR TIRE ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. IT IS SO STRONG THAT WHEN IT IS ENCLOSED IN THE GARAGE, WE ARE AFRAID A PILOT LIGHT COULD IGNITE A FIRE. *TR

Oct 18, 2014 Engine 91,000 mi

BALANCE SHAFT MANUFACTURING DEFECT CAUSES GEAR TEETH TO WEAR PREMATURELY. THIS IS A INTERNAL ENGINE COMPONENT. POOR MATERIALS CAUSED THE CAMSHAFT SPROCKET TEETH TO WEAR OUT ? THUS THIS IS A MANUFACTURING PROBLEM. INTERNAL ENGINE COMPONENTS LIKE BALANCE SHAFT SPROCKETS ARE MEANT TO LAST AT LEAST...

Oct 18, 2014 Engine 91,000 mi

BALANCE SHAFT MANUFACTURING DEFECT CAUSES GEAR TEETH TO WEAR PREMATURELY. THIS IS A INTERNAL ENGINE COMPONENT. POOR MATERIALS CAUSED THE CAMSHAFT SPROCKET TEETH TO WEAR OUT ? THUS THIS IS A MANUFACTURING PROBLEM. INTERNAL ENGINE COMPONENTS LIKE BALANCE SHAFT SPROCKETS ARE MEANT TO LAST AT LEAST...

Oct 14, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 109,000 mi

AFTER FILLING CAR WITH GAS THERE IS A STRONG GASOLINE SMELL COMING FROM THE CAR. GOES AWAY AFTER DRIVING AND SOME OF THE GAS IS USED OUT OF THE TANK. CANNOT FIND ANY GAS LEAKING ON THE GROUND AROUND THE VEHICLE AND I DO NOT 'TOP OFF' THE TANK. I AM NO LONGER PARKING THE CAR IN THE GARAGE AS I AM ...

Oct 14, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 109,000 mi

AFTER FILLING CAR WITH GAS THERE IS A STRONG GASOLINE SMELL COMING FROM THE CAR. GOES AWAY AFTER DRIVING AND SOME OF THE GAS IS USED OUT OF THE TANK. CANNOT FIND ANY GAS LEAKING ON THE GROUND AROUND THE VEHICLE AND I DO NOT 'TOP OFF' THE TANK. I AM NO LONGER PARKING THE CAR IN THE GARAGE AS I AM ...

Oct 12, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 75,000 mi

MASSIVE FUEL SMELL INSIDE CAR BECAME SICK FROM FUMES FEAR OF POSSIBLE EXPLOSION .STILL CANNOT DRIVE WITHOUT WINDOWS BEING OPEN..HAD TO PURCHASE NEW CAR AND PARK E350 AS UNDER THESE CONDITIONS CAR WAS UNDRIVEABLE POOLING FUEL IN BACK SEAT AREA. *TR

Oct 12, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 75,000 mi

MASSIVE FUEL SMELL INSIDE CAR BECAME SICK FROM FUMES FEAR OF POSSIBLE EXPLOSION .STILL CANNOT DRIVE WITHOUT WINDOWS BEING OPEN..HAD TO PURCHASE NEW CAR AND PARK E350 AS UNDER THESE CONDITIONS CAR WAS UNDRIVEABLE POOLING FUEL IN BACK SEAT AREA. *TR

Oct 10, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 110,561 mi

FUEL SMELL INSIDE CAR WE FOUND THAT TOP FUEL TANK HAS SEVERAL CRACKS AND FUEL LEAKS THROUGH THEM ,WE FIND OUT THAT IT HAPPENED TO LOT OF THAT CAR OWNERS. *TR

Oct 10, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 132,500 mi

STRONG FUEL SMELL IN INSIDE (AND OUTSIDE) PARTICULARLY AFTER FILLING IT UP WITH GAS. FIND GASOLINE ON TOP OF FUEL SENDING UNIT. *TR

Oct 10, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 110,561 mi

FUEL SMELL INSIDE CAR WE FOUND THAT TOP FUEL TANK HAS SEVERAL CRACKS AND FUEL LEAKS THROUGH THEM ,WE FIND OUT THAT IT HAPPENED TO LOT OF THAT CAR OWNERS. *TR

Oct 10, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 132,500 mi

STRONG FUEL SMELL IN INSIDE (AND OUTSIDE) PARTICULARLY AFTER FILLING IT UP WITH GAS. FIND GASOLINE ON TOP OF FUEL SENDING UNIT. *TR

Oct 5, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 168,000 mi

AFTER REFUELING THE CAR TO A FULL TANK OF GAS, I BEGAN TO SMELL A STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE IN AND AROUND THE VEHICLE PARKED IN MY GARAGE. THIS HAPPENED AFTER REPEATED FILL UPS. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE MERCEDESBENZ DEALERSHIP AND WAS TOLD THE PROBLEM WAS BAD PURGE VALVE WHICH WAS REPLACED FOR APPROXIMAT...

Oct 5, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 168,000 mi

AFTER REFUELING THE CAR TO A FULL TANK OF GAS, I BEGAN TO SMELL A STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE IN AND AROUND THE VEHICLE PARKED IN MY GARAGE. THIS HAPPENED AFTER REPEATED FILL UPS. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE MERCEDESBENZ DEALERSHIP AND WAS TOLD THE PROBLEM WAS BAD PURGE VALVE WHICH WAS REPLACED FOR APPROXIMAT...

Sep 30, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 79,000 mi

FUEL SMELL INSIDE THE VEHICLE EVERY TIME FULL TANK IS FILLED. HEAVY FUEL SMELL INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE. *TR

Sep 30, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 79,000 mi

FUEL SMELL INSIDE THE VEHICLE EVERY TIME FULL TANK IS FILLED. HEAVY FUEL SMELL INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE. *TR

Sep 18, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 82,000 mi

NOTICED STRONG FUEL SMELL IN CABIN AFTER FILLING TANK - TOOK CAR TO DEALER AND WAS QUOTED OVER $700 TO REPLACE FUEL LEVEL SENDER AND SEALS. PROBLEM CAUSES UNSAFE LEVEL OF FLAMMABLE AND TOXIC GASOLINE VAPOR TO BUILD UP IN CAR DUE TO EVAPORATION OF POOL OF LEAKED FUEL ON TOP OF TANK (LOCATED UNDER REA...

Sep 18, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 82,000 mi

NOTICED STRONG FUEL SMELL IN CABIN AFTER FILLING TANK - TOOK CAR TO DEALER AND WAS QUOTED OVER $700 TO REPLACE FUEL LEVEL SENDER AND SEALS. PROBLEM CAUSES UNSAFE LEVEL OF FLAMMABLE AND TOXIC GASOLINE VAPOR TO BUILD UP IN CAR DUE TO EVAPORATION OF POOL OF LEAKED FUEL ON TOP OF TANK (LOCATED UNDER REA...

Sep 9, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 117,000 mi

I HAVE A STRONG SMELL OF GAS AFTER FILLING UP TANK. NOTICED VERY STRONG WHEN SITTING IN GARAGE OVERNIGHT. *TR

Sep 9, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 117,000 mi

I HAVE A STRONG SMELL OF GAS AFTER FILLING UP TANK. NOTICED VERY STRONG WHEN SITTING IN GARAGE OVERNIGHT. *TR

Aug 27, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 155,435 mi

FUEL SMELL IN REAR INSIDE (AND OUTSIDE) PARTICULARLY AFTER FILLING IT UP WITH GAS. *TR

Aug 27, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 155,435 mi

FUEL SMELL IN REAR INSIDE (AND OUTSIDE) PARTICULARLY AFTER FILLING IT UP WITH GAS. *TR

Aug 25, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 113,000 mi

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON SHORTLY AFTER FILL UP OF GASOLINE. LIGHT GOES OUT WHEN TANK IS ABOUT 1/2. REPEATS AT NEXT FILL UP. CHECK ENGINE CODE IS P0456: EVAP SYSTEM VERY SMALL LEAK. *TR

Aug 25, 2014 Engine 113,000 mi

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON SHORTLY AFTER FILL UP OF GASOLINE. LIGHT GOES OUT WHEN TANK IS ABOUT 1/2. REPEATS AT NEXT FILL UP. CHECK ENGINE CODE IS P0456: EVAP SYSTEM VERY SMALL LEAK. *TR

Aug 25, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 113,000 mi

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON SHORTLY AFTER FILL UP OF GASOLINE. LIGHT GOES OUT WHEN TANK IS ABOUT 1/2. REPEATS AT NEXT FILL UP. CHECK ENGINE CODE IS P0456: EVAP SYSTEM VERY SMALL LEAK. *TR

Aug 25, 2014 Engine 113,000 mi

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON SHORTLY AFTER FILL UP OF GASOLINE. LIGHT GOES OUT WHEN TANK IS ABOUT 1/2. REPEATS AT NEXT FILL UP. CHECK ENGINE CODE IS P0456: EVAP SYSTEM VERY SMALL LEAK. *TR

Aug 20, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 143,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E-350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT A STRONG FUEL ODOR EMITTED IN AND AROUND THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR FURTHER INSPECTION. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 143,00...

Aug 20, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 143,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E-350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT A STRONG FUEL ODOR EMITTED IN AND AROUND THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR FURTHER INSPECTION. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 143,00...

Aug 14, 2014 Power Train 71,794 mi

ON THE WAY TO WORK, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WENT ON. AFTER A FEW MILES, AT AN INTERSECTION, MY CAR JERKED AND I DIDN'T HAVE ENOUGH TIME TO MAKE THE SIGNAL LIGHT. I DECIDED TO GO BACK. AFTER I SHIFTED TO REVERSE, THE CAR DIDN'T MOVE BACK AND STOPPED THERE TOTALLY. I HAD TO TURN OFF THE ENGINE AND ...

Aug 14, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 71,794 mi

ON THE WAY TO WORK, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WENT ON. AFTER A FEW MILES, AT AN INTERSECTION, MY CAR JERKED AND I DIDN'T HAVE ENOUGH TIME TO MAKE THE SIGNAL LIGHT. I DECIDED TO GO BACK. AFTER I SHIFTED TO REVERSE, THE CAR DIDN'T MOVE BACK AND STOPPED THERE TOTALLY. I HAD TO TURN OFF THE ENGINE AND ...

Aug 14, 2014 Power Train 71,794 mi

ON THE WAY TO WORK, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WENT ON. AFTER A FEW MILES, AT AN INTERSECTION, MY CAR JERKED AND I DIDN'T HAVE ENOUGH TIME TO MAKE THE SIGNAL LIGHT. I DECIDED TO GO BACK. AFTER I SHIFTED TO REVERSE, THE CAR DIDN'T MOVE BACK AND STOPPED THERE TOTALLY. I HAD TO TURN OFF THE ENGINE AND ...

Aug 14, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 71,794 mi

ON THE WAY TO WORK, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WENT ON. AFTER A FEW MILES, AT AN INTERSECTION, MY CAR JERKED AND I DIDN'T HAVE ENOUGH TIME TO MAKE THE SIGNAL LIGHT. I DECIDED TO GO BACK. AFTER I SHIFTED TO REVERSE, THE CAR DIDN'T MOVE BACK AND STOPPED THERE TOTALLY. I HAD TO TURN OFF THE ENGINE AND ...

Aug 13, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, FUMES SEEPED INTO THE VEHICLE. A FUEL LEAK WAS PRESENT INSIDE THE VEHICLE ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE REAR PASSENGER SEAT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING AND THE FUEL PUMP WAS REP...

Aug 13, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, FUMES SEEPED INTO THE VEHICLE. A FUEL LEAK WAS PRESENT INSIDE THE VEHICLE ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE REAR PASSENGER SEAT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING AND THE FUEL PUMP WAS REP...

Aug 11, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 132,456 mi

JUST BOUGHT THE CAR A MONTH AGO, AND HAD MERCEDES BENZ OF ORANGE PARK PUT A NEW ENGINE IN. JUST FILLED UP THE TANK AND NOTICED A STRONG SMELL OF GASOLINE, SO I TOOK IT BACK TO MERCEDES BENZ, WHO INFORMED ME THAT THE TOP OF THE GAS TANK WAS LEAKING AS A RESULT OF A DEFECTIVE SEAL ON THE TOP OF THE TA...

Aug 11, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 53,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. WHILE FILLING UP THE VEHICLE WITH FUEL, THE CONTACT SMELLED FUEL INSIDE THE CABIN AND OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 53,000. UPDATED 02/10/15*LJ UPDATED 10/6/2...

Aug 11, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 132,456 mi

JUST BOUGHT THE CAR A MONTH AGO, AND HAD MERCEDES BENZ OF ORANGE PARK PUT A NEW ENGINE IN. JUST FILLED UP THE TANK AND NOTICED A STRONG SMELL OF GASOLINE, SO I TOOK IT BACK TO MERCEDES BENZ, WHO INFORMED ME THAT THE TOP OF THE GAS TANK WAS LEAKING AS A RESULT OF A DEFECTIVE SEAL ON THE TOP OF THE TA...

Aug 11, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 53,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. WHILE FILLING UP THE VEHICLE WITH FUEL, THE CONTACT SMELLED FUEL INSIDE THE CABIN AND OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 53,000. UPDATED 02/10/15*LJ UPDATED 10/6/2...

Aug 4, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 129,644 mi

I FILLED THE FUEL TANK AND PARKED THE VEHICLE IN MY GARAGE. A COUPLE OF HOURS LATER I WENT INTO THE GARAGE AND DISCOVERED A STRONG GAS SMELL. I IMMEDIATELY CONTACTED THE GAS COMPANY AND TOLD THEM I SUSPECTED A GAS LEAK. THE TECHNICIAN CAME OUT AND TESTED THE APPLIANCES IN THE GARAGE. AFTER THE A...

Aug 4, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 129,644 mi

I FILLED THE FUEL TANK AND PARKED THE VEHICLE IN MY GARAGE. A COUPLE OF HOURS LATER I WENT INTO THE GARAGE AND DISCOVERED A STRONG GAS SMELL. I IMMEDIATELY CONTACTED THE GAS COMPANY AND TOLD THEM I SUSPECTED A GAS LEAK. THE TECHNICIAN CAME OUT AND TESTED THE APPLIANCES IN THE GARAGE. AFTER THE A...

Aug 2, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 56,000 mi

THERE IS A STRONG GASOLINE ODOR AFTER WE FILL UP THE TANK. THE ODOR IS BOTH INSIDE AND OUTSIDE. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN BACK TO THE DEALER 4 TIMES. *TR

Aug 2, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 56,000 mi

THERE IS A STRONG GASOLINE ODOR AFTER WE FILL UP THE TANK. THE ODOR IS BOTH INSIDE AND OUTSIDE. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN BACK TO THE DEALER 4 TIMES. *TR

Jul 29, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 67,000 mi

VERY STRONG FUEL (GAS) SMELL IN CABIN. WILL NOT GO AWAY. SMELLS LIKE GAS IN CABIN. *JS

Jul 29, 2014 Power Train 37,551 mi

I INITIALLY HAD ISSUES WITH THE TRANSMISSION SLIPPING THEN THERE WERE ENGINE ISSUES COMPOUNDING THE PROBLEM. RE THE TRANSMISSION, MY FIRST OCCURRENCE WAS WHEN I WAS ABOUT TO ENTER A VERY BUSY INTERSECTION AND MY CAR WOULD BARELY MOVE. MY MECHANIC EXPLAINED LATER THAT THE CAR WAS STUCK IN 3RD GEAR SO...

Jul 29, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 67,000 mi

VERY STRONG FUEL (GAS) SMELL IN CABIN. WILL NOT GO AWAY. SMELLS LIKE GAS IN CABIN. *JS

Jul 29, 2014 Power Train 37,551 mi

I INITIALLY HAD ISSUES WITH THE TRANSMISSION SLIPPING THEN THERE WERE ENGINE ISSUES COMPOUNDING THE PROBLEM. RE THE TRANSMISSION, MY FIRST OCCURRENCE WAS WHEN I WAS ABOUT TO ENTER A VERY BUSY INTERSECTION AND MY CAR WOULD BARELY MOVE. MY MECHANIC EXPLAINED LATER THAT THE CAR WAS STUCK IN 3RD GEAR SO...

Jul 28, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 137,000 mi

WHEN I FILL THE GAS TANK TO FULL,THE GAS SMELL IS VERY STRONG INSIDE/OUTSIDE OF CAR. THE PROBLEM IS CONSISTENT WITH EVERY FILL UP. DEALER SUGGESTS THAT THIS MAY BE A RESULT OF FUEL TANK LEAKS. UPDATED 4/24/2015 *JS

Jul 28, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 137,000 mi

WHEN I FILL THE GAS TANK TO FULL,THE GAS SMELL IS VERY STRONG INSIDE/OUTSIDE OF CAR. THE PROBLEM IS CONSISTENT WITH EVERY FILL UP. DEALER SUGGESTS THAT THIS MAY BE A RESULT OF FUEL TANK LEAKS. UPDATED 4/24/2015 *JS

Jul 9, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 88,000 mi

FUEL AROUND GAS SENDING UNIT ON TOP OF GAS TANK, FUMES IN PASSENGER CABIN, WONDERING IF THERE IS RECALL. FOUND ON INTERNET E-CLASS MERCEDES FROM 2003-2008 WERE HAVING A PROBLEM WITH GAS LEAKING AROUND SENDING UNIT. *TR

Jul 9, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 88,000 mi

FUEL AROUND GAS SENDING UNIT ON TOP OF GAS TANK, FUMES IN PASSENGER CABIN, WONDERING IF THERE IS RECALL. FOUND ON INTERNET E-CLASS MERCEDES FROM 2003-2008 WERE HAVING A PROBLEM WITH GAS LEAKING AROUND SENDING UNIT. *TR

Jul 1, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 71,000 mi

WHEN I FILL THE GAS TANK TO FULL,THE GAS SMELL IS VERY STRONG INSIDE/OUTSIDE OF CAR. *TR

Jul 1, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 71,000 mi

WHEN I FILL THE GAS TANK TO FULL,THE GAS SMELL IS VERY STRONG INSIDE/OUTSIDE OF CAR. *TR

Jun 24, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 100,123 mi

GAS ODOR FROM LEFT REAR SIDE. AND INSIDE THE CAR. NO VISIBLE LEAK. CAR RUNS FINE. WHEN THE DEALER WAS CONTACTED, THEY WERE AWARE OF THE ISSUE OF THE GAS LEAK FROM FUEL/PUMP/FILTER OR SENDING UNIT BUT WOULD NOT FIX IT AT MERCEDES EXPENSE. *TR

Jun 24, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 100,123 mi

GAS ODOR FROM LEFT REAR SIDE. AND INSIDE THE CAR. NO VISIBLE LEAK. CAR RUNS FINE. WHEN THE DEALER WAS CONTACTED, THEY WERE AWARE OF THE ISSUE OF THE GAS LEAK FROM FUEL/PUMP/FILTER OR SENDING UNIT BUT WOULD NOT FIX IT AT MERCEDES EXPENSE. *TR

Jun 17, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 62,500 mi

AFTER FUELING THE CAR, STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE STAYS UNTIL TANK IS 3/4 OR LESS FULL. THE PROBLEM IS CONSISTENT WITH EVERY FILL UP. REPLACES GAS CAP BUT IT WAS NOT IT. SEEMS LIKE IT IS COMMONLY OCCURRING PROBLEM WITH LEAKING GAS SEALS OR TANKS. *TR

Jun 17, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 62,500 mi

AFTER FUELING THE CAR, STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE STAYS UNTIL TANK IS 3/4 OR LESS FULL. THE PROBLEM IS CONSISTENT WITH EVERY FILL UP. REPLACES GAS CAP BUT IT WAS NOT IT. SEEMS LIKE IT IS COMMONLY OCCURRING PROBLEM WITH LEAKING GAS SEALS OR TANKS. *TR

Jun 2, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 43,000 mi

FUEL LEAKS AND A STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE BOTH INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF VEHICLE, PARTICULARLY AFTER REFUELING. *TR

Jun 2, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 43,000 mi

FUEL LEAKS AND A STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE BOTH INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF VEHICLE, PARTICULARLY AFTER REFUELING. *TR

May 20, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 70,000 mi

ABOUT A YEAR AGO (MAY 2013) WE NOTICED GAS SMELL IN THE COMPARTMENT OF THE CAR. INITIALLY IT WAS SPORADIC. WE THOUGHT IT WAS FROM OUTSIDE OF THE CAR OR MAY BE UNDER THE CAR, OR GAS TANK CAP WAS NOT TIGHTENED PROPERLY. AFTER I TOOK MY CAR TO MERCEDES BENZ DEALERSHIP ON 9/6/13, I FOUND OUT THAT THE SM...

May 20, 2014 Engine 70,000 mi

ABOUT A YEAR AGO (MAY 2013) WE NOTICED GAS SMELL IN THE COMPARTMENT OF THE CAR. INITIALLY IT WAS SPORADIC. WE THOUGHT IT WAS FROM OUTSIDE OF THE CAR OR MAY BE UNDER THE CAR, OR GAS TANK CAP WAS NOT TIGHTENED PROPERLY. AFTER I TOOK MY CAR TO MERCEDES BENZ DEALERSHIP ON 9/6/13, I FOUND OUT THAT THE SM...

May 20, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 70,000 mi

ABOUT A YEAR AGO (MAY 2013) WE NOTICED GAS SMELL IN THE COMPARTMENT OF THE CAR. INITIALLY IT WAS SPORADIC. WE THOUGHT IT WAS FROM OUTSIDE OF THE CAR OR MAY BE UNDER THE CAR, OR GAS TANK CAP WAS NOT TIGHTENED PROPERLY. AFTER I TOOK MY CAR TO MERCEDES BENZ DEALERSHIP ON 9/6/13, I FOUND OUT THAT THE SM...

May 20, 2014 Engine 70,000 mi

ABOUT A YEAR AGO (MAY 2013) WE NOTICED GAS SMELL IN THE COMPARTMENT OF THE CAR. INITIALLY IT WAS SPORADIC. WE THOUGHT IT WAS FROM OUTSIDE OF THE CAR OR MAY BE UNDER THE CAR, OR GAS TANK CAP WAS NOT TIGHTENED PROPERLY. AFTER I TOOK MY CAR TO MERCEDES BENZ DEALERSHIP ON 9/6/13, I FOUND OUT THAT THE SM...

May 7, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 93,000 mi

STRONG SMELL OF GASOLINE OCCURS AFTER FILLING THE FUEL TANK. THIS PERSISTS UNTIL THE CAR IS DRIVEN APPROXIMATELY 50 MILES. DEALER SUGGESTS THAT THIS MAY BE A RESULT OF FUEL TANK LEAKS OR BAD SENDERS AND IS QUOTING AS MUCH AS $3000 FOR REPLACEMENT OF THE FUEL TANK. *TR

May 7, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 93,000 mi

STRONG SMELL OF GASOLINE OCCURS AFTER FILLING THE FUEL TANK. THIS PERSISTS UNTIL THE CAR IS DRIVEN APPROXIMATELY 50 MILES. DEALER SUGGESTS THAT THIS MAY BE A RESULT OF FUEL TANK LEAKS OR BAD SENDERS AND IS QUOTING AS MUCH AS $3000 FOR REPLACEMENT OF THE FUEL TANK. *TR

May 5, 2014 Engine 87,000 mi

AFTER REFUELING, I NOTICED A STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE IN THE GARAGE WHERE I PARK MY CAR. AFTER DRIVING THE VEHICLE A FEW MILES AND PARKING IN THE GARAGE, THE ODOR WAS NO LONGER THERE. I STARTED NOTICING A PATTERN THAT WHENEVER I REFUELED THE VEHICLE, THERE WAS A STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE IN THE GARAG...

May 5, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 87,000 mi

AFTER REFUELING, I NOTICED A STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE IN THE GARAGE WHERE I PARK MY CAR. AFTER DRIVING THE VEHICLE A FEW MILES AND PARKING IN THE GARAGE, THE ODOR WAS NO LONGER THERE. I STARTED NOTICING A PATTERN THAT WHENEVER I REFUELED THE VEHICLE, THERE WAS A STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE IN THE GARAG...

May 5, 2014 Engine 87,000 mi

AFTER REFUELING, I NOTICED A STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE IN THE GARAGE WHERE I PARK MY CAR. AFTER DRIVING THE VEHICLE A FEW MILES AND PARKING IN THE GARAGE, THE ODOR WAS NO LONGER THERE. I STARTED NOTICING A PATTERN THAT WHENEVER I REFUELED THE VEHICLE, THERE WAS A STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE IN THE GARAG...

May 5, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 87,000 mi

AFTER REFUELING, I NOTICED A STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE IN THE GARAGE WHERE I PARK MY CAR. AFTER DRIVING THE VEHICLE A FEW MILES AND PARKING IN THE GARAGE, THE ODOR WAS NO LONGER THERE. I STARTED NOTICING A PATTERN THAT WHENEVER I REFUELED THE VEHICLE, THERE WAS A STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE IN THE GARAG...

May 2, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 79,000 mi

AFTER FILLING FUEL TANK, STRONG GASOLINE SMELL INSIDE CABIN OF CAR, LOCAL DEALER SAID FUEL PUMP AND SENDER NEED REPLACING AND MAYBE FUEL TANK IF PUMP REPLACEMENT DOES NOT SOLVE PROBLEM. FUEL IS LEAKING AND POOLING ON TOP OF FUEL PUMP ACCESS PANEL JUST UNDERNEATH REAR SEAT. THIS SOUNDS LIKE A DANGE...

May 2, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 79,000 mi

AFTER FILLING FUEL TANK, STRONG GASOLINE SMELL INSIDE CABIN OF CAR, LOCAL DEALER SAID FUEL PUMP AND SENDER NEED REPLACING AND MAYBE FUEL TANK IF PUMP REPLACEMENT DOES NOT SOLVE PROBLEM. FUEL IS LEAKING AND POOLING ON TOP OF FUEL PUMP ACCESS PANEL JUST UNDERNEATH REAR SEAT. THIS SOUNDS LIKE A DANGE...

Apr 24, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 78,089 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ODOR OF FUEL WAS PRESENT WHILE INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL LINE WAS CRACKED AND THERE WAS A FUEL LEAK ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER...

Apr 24, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 78,089 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ODOR OF FUEL WAS PRESENT WHILE INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL LINE WAS CRACKED AND THERE WAS A FUEL LEAK ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER...

Apr 23, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 180,000 mi

FUEL LEAKS AND STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE BOTH INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THEIR VEHICLE PARTICULARLY AFTER REFUELING. *TR

Apr 23, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 180,000 mi

FUEL LEAKS AND STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE BOTH INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THEIR VEHICLE PARTICULARLY AFTER REFUELING. *TR

Apr 16, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System

AFTER I FILL MY GAS TANK THERE A STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE BOTH INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE, PARTICULARLY AFTER REFUELING. POSSIBLE PROBLEM COULD BE THE FUEL PUMP AND FUEL FILTER ALONG WITH THE GAS TANK. THE ODOR IS SO SEVERE WE HAD TO PARK OUR CAR OUTSIDE THE GARAGE AFTER FILLING. THE TIME WE D...

Apr 16, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System

AFTER I FILL MY GAS TANK THERE A STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE BOTH INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE, PARTICULARLY AFTER REFUELING. POSSIBLE PROBLEM COULD BE THE FUEL PUMP AND FUEL FILTER ALONG WITH THE GAS TANK. THE ODOR IS SO SEVERE WE HAD TO PARK OUR CAR OUTSIDE THE GARAGE AFTER FILLING. THE TIME WE D...

Mar 21, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 25 mi

(NHTSA ACTION# PE12001) I RECENTLY PURCHASED 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350 IN FEB 2014. I AM THE SECOND OWNER. THE FIRST OWNER HAS KEPT AND SERVICED THE CAR REGULARLY AND I HAVE THE RECORDS. THE CAR HAS NEVER BEEN IN ANY CRASH. THE DATE OF OCCURRENCE AND MILES ARE APPROXIMATE AND BASED ON THE FIRST OW...

Mar 21, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 25 mi

(NHTSA ACTION# PE12001) I RECENTLY PURCHASED 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350 IN FEB 2014. I AM THE SECOND OWNER. THE FIRST OWNER HAS KEPT AND SERVICED THE CAR REGULARLY AND I HAVE THE RECORDS. THE CAR HAS NEVER BEEN IN ANY CRASH. THE DATE OF OCCURRENCE AND MILES ARE APPROXIMATE AND BASED ON THE FIRST OW...

Mar 19, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 52,236 mi

STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE BOTH INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE RIGHT AFTER AFTER REFUELING. AFTER REPLACING MULTIPLE SEALS SAME SITUATION WE ADOPTED A WORKAROUND NOT TO FILL THE TANK IN ITS ENTIRETY TO PREVENT THE STRONG SMELL. *TR

Mar 19, 2014 Engine 97,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE ENGINE SEIZED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE MANUFACTURER WHERE IT WAS FOUND THAT THE ENGINE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED ABOUT THE FAILUR...

Mar 19, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 52,236 mi

STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE BOTH INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE RIGHT AFTER AFTER REFUELING. AFTER REPLACING MULTIPLE SEALS SAME SITUATION WE ADOPTED A WORKAROUND NOT TO FILL THE TANK IN ITS ENTIRETY TO PREVENT THE STRONG SMELL. *TR

Mar 19, 2014 Engine 97,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE ENGINE SEIZED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE MANUFACTURER WHERE IT WAS FOUND THAT THE ENGINE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED ABOUT THE FAILUR...

Mar 12, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 148,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESTART AND WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE FUEL PUMP WAS FAULTY HOWEVER, THE FUEL TANK WOU...

Mar 12, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 148,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESTART AND WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE FUEL PUMP WAS FAULTY HOWEVER, THE FUEL TANK WOU...

Feb 26, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline

I FILLED UP THE CAR AND DROVE HOME YOU CAN SMELL GAS OUTSIDE AT THE GAS STATION LIKE IT WAS LEAKING SOMEWHERE, BUT WHEN I GOT HOME THE SMELL WAS SO LOUD THAT I WAS AFRAID TO PARK IT IN THE GARAGE. NOT ONLY THE SMELL WAS BAD, BUT I CAN'T TELL IF IT IS FILLED ALL THE WAY OR NOT BECAUSE THE GAS GAUGE ...

Feb 26, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline

I FILLED UP THE CAR AND DROVE HOME YOU CAN SMELL GAS OUTSIDE AT THE GAS STATION LIKE IT WAS LEAKING SOMEWHERE, BUT WHEN I GOT HOME THE SMELL WAS SO LOUD THAT I WAS AFRAID TO PARK IT IN THE GARAGE. NOT ONLY THE SMELL WAS BAD, BUT I CAN'T TELL IF IT IS FILLED ALL THE WAY OR NOT BECAUSE THE GAS GAUGE ...

Feb 25, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 15,000 mi

STRONG GAS SMELL WHEN CAR IS REFUELED. *TR

Feb 25, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 15,000 mi

STRONG GAS SMELL WHEN CAR IS REFUELED. *TR

Feb 23, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 83,059 mi

FUEL LEAK TOP OF FUEL PUMP RAW FUEL ODOR IN CAR. REPLACED BOTH FUEL PUMPS 12/06/12 PROBLEM RECURRED 2/23/24. *TR

Feb 23, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 83,059 mi

FUEL LEAK TOP OF FUEL PUMP RAW FUEL ODOR IN CAR. REPLACED BOTH FUEL PUMPS 12/06/12 PROBLEM RECURRED 2/23/24. *TR

Feb 22, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 85,000 mi

I RECENTLY BOUGHT A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350 WITH 84000+ MILES ON IT, IN VERY GOOD CONDITION. UPON FILLING MY GAS TANK FOR THE SECOND TIME, AND RETURNING HOME FOR THE NIGHT, I PARKED IN MY GARAGE AND WENT ABOUT MY BUSINESS. THE NEXT MORNING I NOTICED A STRONG SMELL OF GASOLINE AROUND THE CAR. I P...

Feb 22, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 85,000 mi

I RECENTLY BOUGHT A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350 WITH 84000+ MILES ON IT, IN VERY GOOD CONDITION. UPON FILLING MY GAS TANK FOR THE SECOND TIME, AND RETURNING HOME FOR THE NIGHT, I PARKED IN MY GARAGE AND WENT ABOUT MY BUSINESS. THE NEXT MORNING I NOTICED A STRONG SMELL OF GASOLINE AROUND THE CAR. I P...

Feb 21, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 85,000 mi

PRIOR TO INCIDENT DATE, I BEGAN TO SMELL A STRONG GASOLINE SMELL THAT FILLED THE GARAGE. THE SMELL GOT PROGRESSIVELY WORSE SO I TOOK IT TO EWING AUTOHAUS IN PLANO, TEXAS ON 08-31-11. THE CAR WAS DIAGNOSED AS HAVING A FUEL LEAK AND NEEDED A NEW FUEL TANK THAT WOULD COST $2000.00 TO FIX. I QUESTIONE...

Feb 21, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 85,000 mi

PRIOR TO INCIDENT DATE, I BEGAN TO SMELL A STRONG GASOLINE SMELL THAT FILLED THE GARAGE. THE SMELL GOT PROGRESSIVELY WORSE SO I TOOK IT TO EWING AUTOHAUS IN PLANO, TEXAS ON 08-31-11. THE CAR WAS DIAGNOSED AS HAVING A FUEL LEAK AND NEEDED A NEW FUEL TANK THAT WOULD COST $2000.00 TO FIX. I QUESTIONE...

Feb 18, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 124,300 mi

STRONG GAS SMELL IN AND AROUND THE CAR. ESPECIALLY WHEN FRESHLY REFUELED. AT THE MERCEDES BENZ DEALERSHIP BOTH OF THE FUEL SENSORS WERE FOUND TO BE LEAKING. I WAS ADVISED TO NOT DRIVE THE CAR ONE MORE MILE AND GET REPAIRS DONE INSTANTLY. *TR

Feb 18, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 124,300 mi

STRONG GAS SMELL IN AND AROUND THE CAR. ESPECIALLY WHEN FRESHLY REFUELED. AT THE MERCEDES BENZ DEALERSHIP BOTH OF THE FUEL SENSORS WERE FOUND TO BE LEAKING. I WAS ADVISED TO NOT DRIVE THE CAR ONE MORE MILE AND GET REPAIRS DONE INSTANTLY. *TR

Feb 13, 2014 Power Train 79,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE CONTACT HEARD A GRINDING NOISE AS THE TRANSMISSION SLIPPED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS FOUND THAT THE BALANCE SHAFT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. T...

Feb 13, 2014 Power Train 79,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE CONTACT HEARD A GRINDING NOISE AS THE TRANSMISSION SLIPPED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS FOUND THAT THE BALANCE SHAFT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. T...

Feb 6, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 100,760 mi

CAR IS LEAKING FUEL WITH STRONG ODOR IN GARAGE. THIS HAPPENED AFTER NORMAL GAS FILL UP. CAR IS NOT DRIVEN MUCH. *TR

Feb 6, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 100,760 mi

CAR IS LEAKING FUEL WITH STRONG ODOR IN GARAGE. THIS HAPPENED AFTER NORMAL GAS FILL UP. CAR IS NOT DRIVEN MUCH. *TR

Feb 4, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 90,995 mi

IN THE PREVIOUS MONTHS LEADING UP TO MARCH 2012, I, ALONG WITH MY FAMILY, STARTED TO SMELL A STRONG ODOR OF FUEL IN THE INTERIOR OF OUR MERCEDES BENZ E 350W. THE SMELL WAS SO STRONG THAT WHEN RIDING IN THE AUTOMOBILE, WE HAD TO DRIVE WITH THE WINDOWS DOWN FEARING OF WHAT COULD HAPPEN TO ME AND MY FA...

Feb 4, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 90,995 mi

IN THE PREVIOUS MONTHS LEADING UP TO MARCH 2012, I, ALONG WITH MY FAMILY, STARTED TO SMELL A STRONG ODOR OF FUEL IN THE INTERIOR OF OUR MERCEDES BENZ E 350W. THE SMELL WAS SO STRONG THAT WHEN RIDING IN THE AUTOMOBILE, WE HAD TO DRIVE WITH THE WINDOWS DOWN FEARING OF WHAT COULD HAPPEN TO ME AND MY FA...

Feb 3, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline

TL-THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD A STRONG FUEL GAS ODOR THAT IS COMING FROM INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE STRONGEST GAS ODOR IS COMING FROM THE DRIVER'S SIDE. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN TAKEN TO AN DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC ...

Feb 3, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline

TL-THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD A STRONG FUEL GAS ODOR THAT IS COMING FROM INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE STRONGEST GAS ODOR IS COMING FROM THE DRIVER'S SIDE. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN TAKEN TO AN DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC ...

Jan 31, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 84,011 mi

IN 2012 THE CAR BEGAN HAVING A STRONG FUEL ODOR AFTER FILL-UP THAT WENT AWAY ONCE THE TANK WAS DOWN TO A HALF TO 3/4 FULL. TOOK TO DEALER AND THEY SAID THE "FUEL TANK WAS LEAKING AT PLASTIC MOUNTING WELD". I WAS CHARGED TO REPLACE THE FUEL TANK. NOW THE SMELL IS STARTING TO COME BACK AGAIN, SO THE P...

Jan 31, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 84,011 mi

IN 2012 THE CAR BEGAN HAVING A STRONG FUEL ODOR AFTER FILL-UP THAT WENT AWAY ONCE THE TANK WAS DOWN TO A HALF TO 3/4 FULL. TOOK TO DEALER AND THEY SAID THE "FUEL TANK WAS LEAKING AT PLASTIC MOUNTING WELD". I WAS CHARGED TO REPLACE THE FUEL TANK. NOW THE SMELL IS STARTING TO COME BACK AGAIN, SO THE P...

Jan 29, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 17,000 mi

STRONG SMELL OF GASOLINE WHEN CAR IS FILLED WITH GAS. *TR

Jan 29, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 17,000 mi

STRONG SMELL OF GASOLINE WHEN CAR IS FILLED WITH GAS. *TR

Jan 24, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 71,650 mi

I'VE NOTICED STRONG GASOLINE ODOR FROM INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THE CAR. DID AN INSPECTION AND SAW A LEAK ON THE FUEL PUMP. *TR

Jan 24, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 71,650 mi

I'VE NOTICED STRONG GASOLINE ODOR FROM INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THE CAR. DID AN INSPECTION AND SAW A LEAK ON THE FUEL PUMP. *TR

Jan 22, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 100,213 mi

AFTER FUELING UP A VERY STRONG GAS SMELL STAYS IN THE CAR. IT WAS ALMOST FILLED UP BUT NOT TOPPED OFF. THE SMELL REMAINS FOR SEVERAL DAYS. THE MECHANIC STATES IT VERY EXPENSIVE TO DROP TANK TO LOOK FOR A LEAK. IT IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE BUT IS THE ONLY MEAN OF TRANSPORTATION TO WORK. *TR

Jan 22, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 100,213 mi

AFTER FUELING UP A VERY STRONG GAS SMELL STAYS IN THE CAR. IT WAS ALMOST FILLED UP BUT NOT TOPPED OFF. THE SMELL REMAINS FOR SEVERAL DAYS. THE MECHANIC STATES IT VERY EXPENSIVE TO DROP TANK TO LOOK FOR A LEAK. IT IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE BUT IS THE ONLY MEAN OF TRANSPORTATION TO WORK. *TR

Jan 21, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 37,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER REFUELING, THERE WAS A STRONG GASOLINE ODOR INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE DUE TO A FUEL LEAK FROM UNDER THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SEAT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACT...

Jan 21, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 87,000 mi

STRONG GAS SMELL AFTER FILLING THE TANK. THE WHOLE GARAGE SMELLS LIKE GAS. DEALER SAID THEY ARE UNAWARE OF SUCH ISSUE AND NO RECALL FOR THIS ISSUE. I'M SURPRISED BECAUSE I READ A LOT ABOUT THESE ISSUES ONLINE. IT SHOULD BE ADDRESSED ASAP BECAUSE IT CAN TRIGGER FIRE OR EXPLOSION. *TR

Jan 21, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 37,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER REFUELING, THERE WAS A STRONG GASOLINE ODOR INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE DUE TO A FUEL LEAK FROM UNDER THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SEAT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACT...

Jan 21, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 87,000 mi

STRONG GAS SMELL AFTER FILLING THE TANK. THE WHOLE GARAGE SMELLS LIKE GAS. DEALER SAID THEY ARE UNAWARE OF SUCH ISSUE AND NO RECALL FOR THIS ISSUE. I'M SURPRISED BECAUSE I READ A LOT ABOUT THESE ISSUES ONLINE. IT SHOULD BE ADDRESSED ASAP BECAUSE IT CAN TRIGGER FIRE OR EXPLOSION. *TR

Jan 14, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 110,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING 70 ON HWY, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON, SO I IMMEDIATELY STOPPED AND CALLED A TOW TRUCK. MECHANIC'S DIAGNOSIS WAS THAT THE TUMBLE FLAP WAS BROKEN IN THE AIR INTAKE MANIFOLD. THE ONLY FIX IS REPLACING THE ENTIRE MANIFOLD FOR $2000 PLUS LABOR, TAX AND GASKETS. THE FLAPS ARE SMALL AND CO...

Jan 14, 2014 Engine 110,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING 70 ON HWY, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON, SO I IMMEDIATELY STOPPED AND CALLED A TOW TRUCK. MECHANIC'S DIAGNOSIS WAS THAT THE TUMBLE FLAP WAS BROKEN IN THE AIR INTAKE MANIFOLD. THE ONLY FIX IS REPLACING THE ENTIRE MANIFOLD FOR $2000 PLUS LABOR, TAX AND GASKETS. THE FLAPS ARE SMALL AND CO...

Jan 14, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 100,000 mi

MY 2006 MERCEDES E350 SMELLS OF STRONG GAS FUMES EVERY TIME I FILL THE TANK. I NEVER TOP OFF THE TANK AND NOTHING EVER SPILLS OUT BUT THE SMELL IS VERY STRONG. THE GAS FUMES ARE PRESENT FOR SEVERAL DAYS MAKING MY GARAGE SMELL OF GAS. THE PROBLEM SEEMS TO GET BETTER ONCE THE FUEL LEVEL REACHES ABO...

Jan 14, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 110,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING 70 ON HWY, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON, SO I IMMEDIATELY STOPPED AND CALLED A TOW TRUCK. MECHANIC'S DIAGNOSIS WAS THAT THE TUMBLE FLAP WAS BROKEN IN THE AIR INTAKE MANIFOLD. THE ONLY FIX IS REPLACING THE ENTIRE MANIFOLD FOR $2000 PLUS LABOR, TAX AND GASKETS. THE FLAPS ARE SMALL AND CO...

Jan 14, 2014 Engine 110,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING 70 ON HWY, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON, SO I IMMEDIATELY STOPPED AND CALLED A TOW TRUCK. MECHANIC'S DIAGNOSIS WAS THAT THE TUMBLE FLAP WAS BROKEN IN THE AIR INTAKE MANIFOLD. THE ONLY FIX IS REPLACING THE ENTIRE MANIFOLD FOR $2000 PLUS LABOR, TAX AND GASKETS. THE FLAPS ARE SMALL AND CO...

Jan 14, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 100,000 mi

MY 2006 MERCEDES E350 SMELLS OF STRONG GAS FUMES EVERY TIME I FILL THE TANK. I NEVER TOP OFF THE TANK AND NOTHING EVER SPILLS OUT BUT THE SMELL IS VERY STRONG. THE GAS FUMES ARE PRESENT FOR SEVERAL DAYS MAKING MY GARAGE SMELL OF GAS. THE PROBLEM SEEMS TO GET BETTER ONCE THE FUEL LEVEL REACHES ABO...

Jan 9, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 70,260 mi

2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO GASOLINE STORAGE AND PROPULSION MALFUNCTION. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED WHILE RE-FUELING A NEAR-EMPTY TANK EARLIER THIS MONTH, THE FILLER PIPE SPLASHED BACK GASOLINE, WHICH POOLED AROUND THE FILLER CAP. WHEN THE CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE IN FO...

Jan 9, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 70,260 mi

2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO GASOLINE STORAGE AND PROPULSION MALFUNCTION. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED WHILE RE-FUELING A NEAR-EMPTY TANK EARLIER THIS MONTH, THE FILLER PIPE SPLASHED BACK GASOLINE, WHICH POOLED AROUND THE FILLER CAP. WHEN THE CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE IN FO...

Jan 2, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 125,000 mi

DEALERSHIPS ARE TELLING US THAT THE E350 SHOULD BE RECALLED FOR THE GAS TANK LEAK ISSUE IF YOU LOOK ONLINE A LOT OF PEOPLE ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM. *TR

Jan 2, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 79,000 mi

FOR THE LAST 3 MONTHS AFTER FILLING THE FUEL TANK A INCREDIBLY STRONG GASOLINE SMELL WOULD FILL THE PASSENGER CABIN. THIS WOULD ONLY OCCUR WHEN THE FUEL TANK IS FILLED TO CAPACITY. UPON INVESTIGATION, I REMOVED THE REAR SEAT AND ACCESS PLATE TO SEE THE TOP OF THE FUEL PUMP/SENDING UNIT. WITH THE S...

Jan 2, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 125,000 mi

DEALERSHIPS ARE TELLING US THAT THE E350 SHOULD BE RECALLED FOR THE GAS TANK LEAK ISSUE IF YOU LOOK ONLINE A LOT OF PEOPLE ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM. *TR

Jan 2, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 79,000 mi

FOR THE LAST 3 MONTHS AFTER FILLING THE FUEL TANK A INCREDIBLY STRONG GASOLINE SMELL WOULD FILL THE PASSENGER CABIN. THIS WOULD ONLY OCCUR WHEN THE FUEL TANK IS FILLED TO CAPACITY. UPON INVESTIGATION, I REMOVED THE REAR SEAT AND ACCESS PLATE TO SEE THE TOP OF THE FUEL PUMP/SENDING UNIT. WITH THE S...

Dec 3, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 80,000 mi

STRONG GASOLINE ODOR AFTER FILLING FUEL TANK. *TR

Dec 3, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 80,000 mi

STRONG GASOLINE ODOR AFTER FILLING FUEL TANK. *TR

Dec 2, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 137,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED A GASOLINE FUEL ODOR WAS IN THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS FOUND THAT THE FUEL TANK HAD FAILED AND NEEDED REPLACING. THE VEHICLE WAS BEING REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED A...

Dec 2, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 137,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED A GASOLINE FUEL ODOR WAS IN THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS FOUND THAT THE FUEL TANK HAD FAILED AND NEEDED REPLACING. THE VEHICLE WAS BEING REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED A...

Nov 27, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 60,000 mi

EVERY TIME THAT I FILL MY GAS TANK THERE IS A STRONG SMELL OF GASOLINE. *TR

Nov 27, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 60,000 mi

EVERY TIME THAT I FILL MY GAS TANK THERE IS A STRONG SMELL OF GASOLINE. *TR

Nov 25, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 67,250 mi

HELLO I AM THE OWNER OF A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350 AND I AM EXPERIENCING STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE IN THE CABIN CAUSING ME HEADACHES AND BLURRED VISION WHILE DRIVING. ADDITIONALLY THERE IS SIGNIFICANT LEAKAGE OF GASOLINE ON TO THE PAVEMENT. *TR

Nov 25, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 67,250 mi

HELLO I AM THE OWNER OF A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350 AND I AM EXPERIENCING STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE IN THE CABIN CAUSING ME HEADACHES AND BLURRED VISION WHILE DRIVING. ADDITIONALLY THERE IS SIGNIFICANT LEAKAGE OF GASOLINE ON TO THE PAVEMENT. *TR

Nov 24, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 50,000 mi

MY 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E-350 CONTINUE TO HAVE STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE INSIDE. THE CAR HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP SEVERAL TIMES BUT THE DEALER REFUSES TO FIX IT. *TR

Nov 24, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 50,000 mi

MY 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E-350 CONTINUE TO HAVE STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE INSIDE. THE CAR HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP SEVERAL TIMES BUT THE DEALER REFUSES TO FIX IT. *TR

Nov 4, 2013 Power Train 126,000 mi

HAVING RETURNED FROM A WEEKEND TRIP, I STARTED THE VEHICLE AND LET IT WARM UP FOR A FEW MINUTES. PUT THE GEAR SELECTOR IN DRIVE AND OFF I WENT, SO I THOUGHT. MY VEHICLE WAS ACTUALLY IN LIMP MODE. SEVERAL MINUTES LATER A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WITH CODE P2725 "PRESSURE CONTROL SOLENOID E ELECTRICAL". IN ...

Nov 4, 2013 Power Train 126,000 mi

HAVING RETURNED FROM A WEEKEND TRIP, I STARTED THE VEHICLE AND LET IT WARM UP FOR A FEW MINUTES. PUT THE GEAR SELECTOR IN DRIVE AND OFF I WENT, SO I THOUGHT. MY VEHICLE WAS ACTUALLY IN LIMP MODE. SEVERAL MINUTES LATER A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WITH CODE P2725 "PRESSURE CONTROL SOLENOID E ELECTRICAL". IN ...

Oct 19, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 146,365 mi

BASED ON NEWS REPORTS FROM EARLIER THIS YEAR, I UNDERSTAND THAT THE NHTSA IS INVESTIGATING COMPLAINTS OF FUEL LEAKS THAT ARE COMMON WITH MERCEDES BENZ E-CLASS MODELS BETWEEN 2003 - 2009. I AM WRITING TO SUBMIT A COMPLAINT ABOUT MY WIFE'S 2006 E 350 THAT WAS JUST SERVICED FOR A FUEL LEAK. FOR S...

Oct 19, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 146,365 mi

BASED ON NEWS REPORTS FROM EARLIER THIS YEAR, I UNDERSTAND THAT THE NHTSA IS INVESTIGATING COMPLAINTS OF FUEL LEAKS THAT ARE COMMON WITH MERCEDES BENZ E-CLASS MODELS BETWEEN 2003 - 2009. I AM WRITING TO SUBMIT A COMPLAINT ABOUT MY WIFE'S 2006 E 350 THAT WAS JUST SERVICED FOR A FUEL LEAK. FOR S...

Oct 10, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 70,000 mi

WHEN THE CAR'S GAS TANK WAS FILLED, THERE WAS A DISTINCT ODOR OF GASOLINE WHEN THE CAR WAS PARKED IN THE GARAGE. WITH A BEDROOM CLOSE BY AND AN HVAC SYSTEM ABOVE, WE THOUGHT THIS WAS UNSAFE AND NEEDED TO BE FIXED. WE WERE TOLD THAT THE GAS TANK NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AND THIS WAS A COMMON PROBLEM, ...

Oct 10, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 70,000 mi

WHEN THE CAR'S GAS TANK WAS FILLED, THERE WAS A DISTINCT ODOR OF GASOLINE WHEN THE CAR WAS PARKED IN THE GARAGE. WITH A BEDROOM CLOSE BY AND AN HVAC SYSTEM ABOVE, WE THOUGHT THIS WAS UNSAFE AND NEEDED TO BE FIXED. WE WERE TOLD THAT THE GAS TANK NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AND THIS WAS A COMMON PROBLEM, ...

Oct 4, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 52,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE FUEL TANK WAS FULL, THE TANK WOULD LEAK. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER AND THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE PROBLEM WAS UNKNOWN. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 52,...

Oct 4, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 52,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE FUEL TANK WAS FULL, THE TANK WOULD LEAK. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER AND THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE PROBLEM WAS UNKNOWN. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 52,...

Sep 30, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 69,629 mi

STRONG SMELL OF GAS IN MY GARAGE AFTER FILLING UP WITH FUEL. *TR

Sep 30, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 69,629 mi

STRONG SMELL OF GAS IN MY GARAGE AFTER FILLING UP WITH FUEL. *TR

Sep 25, 2013 Power Train 129,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY VEHICLE WHEN SUDDENLY THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO STOP AND THE TRANSMISSION APPEARED TO BE FROZEN. AS I PUT MY FOOT ON THE ACCELERATOR THE CAR WOULD INCREASE SPEED THEN IT WOULD AGAIN SLOW DOWN. WHEN I PULLED OVER I WAS ABLE TO SWITCH OFF THE IGNITION AND RESTART THE ENGINE AND RESUME DR...

Sep 25, 2013 Power Train 129,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY VEHICLE WHEN SUDDENLY THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO STOP AND THE TRANSMISSION APPEARED TO BE FROZEN. AS I PUT MY FOOT ON THE ACCELERATOR THE CAR WOULD INCREASE SPEED THEN IT WOULD AGAIN SLOW DOWN. WHEN I PULLED OVER I WAS ABLE TO SWITCH OFF THE IGNITION AND RESTART THE ENGINE AND RESUME DR...

Sep 23, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 62,000 mi

VERY STRONG FUEL ODOR IN CABIN OF CAR AFTER REFUELING. FUEL SMELL IS SO STRONG THAT IT CAUSES YOU DIZZINESS WHILE DRIVING UNLESS WINDOWS ARE OPEN. JUST STARTED THE LAST TIME I FILLED UP. THERE MUST BE A RECALL ON THIS BUT CAN'T FIND ONE. I HAVE NEVER HEARD OF SUCH A PROBLEM WITH A VEHICLE. THIS...

Sep 23, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 62,000 mi

VERY STRONG FUEL ODOR IN CABIN OF CAR AFTER REFUELING. FUEL SMELL IS SO STRONG THAT IT CAUSES YOU DIZZINESS WHILE DRIVING UNLESS WINDOWS ARE OPEN. JUST STARTED THE LAST TIME I FILLED UP. THERE MUST BE A RECALL ON THIS BUT CAN'T FIND ONE. I HAVE NEVER HEARD OF SUCH A PROBLEM WITH A VEHICLE. THIS...

Sep 11, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 125,000 mi

AFTER EACH VISIT TO THE GAS STATION TO FILL UP WITH FUEL HAVE HEAVY ODOR OF FUEL AROUND ENTIRE CAR. ESPECIALLY WHEN PARKED IN GARAGE OVERNIGHT AND ENTIRE GARAGE SMELLS OF GAS. NOW HAVE TO PARK CAR OUTSIDE. *TR

Sep 11, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 125,000 mi

AFTER EACH VISIT TO THE GAS STATION TO FILL UP WITH FUEL HAVE HEAVY ODOR OF FUEL AROUND ENTIRE CAR. ESPECIALLY WHEN PARKED IN GARAGE OVERNIGHT AND ENTIRE GARAGE SMELLS OF GAS. NOW HAVE TO PARK CAR OUTSIDE. *TR

Sep 9, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 98,000 mi

THERE IS AN EXTREMELY STRONG GASOLINE SMELL IN THE CABIN AND EXTERIOR OF MY VEHICLE. IT IS VERY STRONG SMELL IMMEDIATELY AFTER FILLING THE FUEL TANK, BUT CONTINUES TO SMELL THROUGHOUT THE LEVELS IN THE TANK. I AM VERY AFRAID OF A POSSIBLE FIRE DUE TO THE WHAT SEEMS TO BE EXCESS GASOLINE. I AM EXTR...

Sep 9, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 98,000 mi

THERE IS AN EXTREMELY STRONG GASOLINE SMELL IN THE CABIN AND EXTERIOR OF MY VEHICLE. IT IS VERY STRONG SMELL IMMEDIATELY AFTER FILLING THE FUEL TANK, BUT CONTINUES TO SMELL THROUGHOUT THE LEVELS IN THE TANK. I AM VERY AFRAID OF A POSSIBLE FIRE DUE TO THE WHAT SEEMS TO BE EXCESS GASOLINE. I AM EXTR...

Sep 1, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 77,000 mi

STRONG FUEL ODOR WAS DETECTED IN MY E350 MERCEDES BENZ CAR FOR FEW DAYS. CALLED MY MERCEDES BENZ MAINTENANCE SHOP( MERCEDES BENZ -GREEN WAY PLAZA AT HOUSTON TX). THEY CHECKED THE CAR AND THEY TOLD ME THIS A COMMON IN THIS SERIES CAR. THE FUEL LEAK WAS FROM FUEL PUMP ON TOP OF THE FUEL TANK. THIS IS ...

Sep 1, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 77,000 mi

STRONG FUEL ODOR WAS DETECTED IN MY E350 MERCEDES BENZ CAR FOR FEW DAYS. CALLED MY MERCEDES BENZ MAINTENANCE SHOP( MERCEDES BENZ -GREEN WAY PLAZA AT HOUSTON TX). THEY CHECKED THE CAR AND THEY TOLD ME THIS A COMMON IN THIS SERIES CAR. THE FUEL LEAK WAS FROM FUEL PUMP ON TOP OF THE FUEL TANK. THIS IS ...

Aug 29, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System

I PURCHASED MY MERCEDES E350 IN NOVEMBER OF 2008. I BEGAN NOTICING A STRONG FUEL ODOR EVERY TIME I WOULD FILL THE TANK, WHICH WOULD DISSIPATE AFTER A FEW DAYS. SINCE THE ODOR WOULD GO AWAY WITHIN A FEW DAYS, I DIDN'T REALIZE THAT IT WAS A SAFETY CONCERN. I TOOK THE CAR INTO THE MERCEDES DEALERSHIP...

Aug 29, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System

I PURCHASED MY MERCEDES E350 IN NOVEMBER OF 2008. I BEGAN NOTICING A STRONG FUEL ODOR EVERY TIME I WOULD FILL THE TANK, WHICH WOULD DISSIPATE AFTER A FEW DAYS. SINCE THE ODOR WOULD GO AWAY WITHIN A FEW DAYS, I DIDN'T REALIZE THAT IT WAS A SAFETY CONCERN. I TOOK THE CAR INTO THE MERCEDES DEALERSHIP...

Aug 27, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 64,075 mi

BASED ON NEWS ITEMS REGARDING MERCEDES-BENZ W211 (U.S.A. MODEL YEAR 2003-2008 E CLASS) VEHICLES EXPERIENCING FUEL LEAKS, AN INSPECTION OF THE FUEL SYSTEM WAS PERFORMED ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLE. GROSS EXAM REVEALED NO FUEL PUDDLING ON THE GROUND BENEATH THE VEHICLE AND A LACK OF FUEL ODOR WITHIN T...

Aug 27, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 64,075 mi

BASED ON NEWS ITEMS REGARDING MERCEDES-BENZ W211 (U.S.A. MODEL YEAR 2003-2008 E CLASS) VEHICLES EXPERIENCING FUEL LEAKS, AN INSPECTION OF THE FUEL SYSTEM WAS PERFORMED ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLE. GROSS EXAM REVEALED NO FUEL PUDDLING ON THE GROUND BENEATH THE VEHICLE AND A LACK OF FUEL ODOR WITHIN T...

Aug 27, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 64,075 mi

BASED ON NEWS ITEMS REGARDING MERCEDES-BENZ W211 (U.S.A. MODEL YEAR 2003-2008 E CLASS) VEHICLES EXPERIENCING FUEL LEAKS, AN INSPECTION OF THE FUEL SYSTEM WAS PERFORMED ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLE. GROSS EXAM REVEALED NO FUEL PUDDLING ON THE GROUND BENEATH THE VEHICLE AND A LACK OF FUEL ODOR WITHIN T...

Aug 27, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 64,075 mi

BASED ON NEWS ITEMS REGARDING MERCEDES-BENZ W211 (U.S.A. MODEL YEAR 2003-2008 E CLASS) VEHICLES EXPERIENCING FUEL LEAKS, AN INSPECTION OF THE FUEL SYSTEM WAS PERFORMED ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLE. GROSS EXAM REVEALED NO FUEL PUDDLING ON THE GROUND BENEATH THE VEHICLE AND A LACK OF FUEL ODOR WITHIN T...

Aug 21, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 103,000 mi

AFTER FILLING FUEL TANK, NOTICED STRONG FUEL ODOR ON DRIVERS SIDE OF CAR. OPENED FUEL SENDING UNIT ACCESS PANEL UNDER REAR SEAT AND NOTICED FUEL POOLED ON TOP OF THE SENDING UNIT. THE FUEL ODOR DISSIPATES AS FUEL IS CONSUMED. HOWEVER, THE ODOR RETURNS ON EACH FULL TANK FILL. SUMMARY: GASOLINE IS ...

Aug 21, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 103,000 mi

AFTER FILLING FUEL TANK, NOTICED STRONG FUEL ODOR ON DRIVERS SIDE OF CAR. OPENED FUEL SENDING UNIT ACCESS PANEL UNDER REAR SEAT AND NOTICED FUEL POOLED ON TOP OF THE SENDING UNIT. THE FUEL ODOR DISSIPATES AS FUEL IS CONSUMED. HOWEVER, THE ODOR RETURNS ON EACH FULL TANK FILL. SUMMARY: GASOLINE IS ...

Aug 20, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 107,000 mi

GAS SMELL/LEAK WHEN TANK IS FULL. *TR

Aug 20, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 107,000 mi

GAS SMELL/LEAK WHEN TANK IS FULL. *TR

Aug 17, 2013 Structure 85,000 mi

THE SAME DAY PLATE LIGHT, TRUNK REMOTE OPENER STOP WORKING DUE TO MELTED BROWN WIRE IN THE TRUNK DEALER DO NOT WANT TO FIX ACTUALLY ASKED FOR 300 TO CHECK THE PROBLEM . A LOTS OF DISCUSSION IS GOING ON THE WEB TO SOLVE BUT I COULD NOT . FUEL SMELL IN THE GARAGE OFTEN. *TR

Aug 17, 2013 Electrical System 85,000 mi

THE SAME DAY PLATE LIGHT, TRUNK REMOTE OPENER STOP WORKING DUE TO MELTED BROWN WIRE IN THE TRUNK DEALER DO NOT WANT TO FIX ACTUALLY ASKED FOR 300 TO CHECK THE PROBLEM . A LOTS OF DISCUSSION IS GOING ON THE WEB TO SOLVE BUT I COULD NOT . FUEL SMELL IN THE GARAGE OFTEN. *TR

Aug 17, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 85,000 mi

THE SAME DAY PLATE LIGHT, TRUNK REMOTE OPENER STOP WORKING DUE TO MELTED BROWN WIRE IN THE TRUNK DEALER DO NOT WANT TO FIX ACTUALLY ASKED FOR 300 TO CHECK THE PROBLEM . A LOTS OF DISCUSSION IS GOING ON THE WEB TO SOLVE BUT I COULD NOT . FUEL SMELL IN THE GARAGE OFTEN. *TR

Aug 17, 2013 Structure 85,000 mi

THE SAME DAY PLATE LIGHT, TRUNK REMOTE OPENER STOP WORKING DUE TO MELTED BROWN WIRE IN THE TRUNK DEALER DO NOT WANT TO FIX ACTUALLY ASKED FOR 300 TO CHECK THE PROBLEM . A LOTS OF DISCUSSION IS GOING ON THE WEB TO SOLVE BUT I COULD NOT . FUEL SMELL IN THE GARAGE OFTEN. *TR

Aug 17, 2013 Electrical System 85,000 mi

THE SAME DAY PLATE LIGHT, TRUNK REMOTE OPENER STOP WORKING DUE TO MELTED BROWN WIRE IN THE TRUNK DEALER DO NOT WANT TO FIX ACTUALLY ASKED FOR 300 TO CHECK THE PROBLEM . A LOTS OF DISCUSSION IS GOING ON THE WEB TO SOLVE BUT I COULD NOT . FUEL SMELL IN THE GARAGE OFTEN. *TR

Aug 17, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 85,000 mi

THE SAME DAY PLATE LIGHT, TRUNK REMOTE OPENER STOP WORKING DUE TO MELTED BROWN WIRE IN THE TRUNK DEALER DO NOT WANT TO FIX ACTUALLY ASKED FOR 300 TO CHECK THE PROBLEM . A LOTS OF DISCUSSION IS GOING ON THE WEB TO SOLVE BUT I COULD NOT . FUEL SMELL IN THE GARAGE OFTEN. *TR

Aug 13, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 90,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER REFUELING, HE NOTICED A STRONG GASOLINE FUEL ODOR. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. ON A SECOND OCCASION, THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC WHE...

Aug 13, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 84,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PARKED HE NOTICED A STRONG GASOLINE SMELL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHO STATED THAT THE FUEL TANK WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE THE FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY WAS LEAKING FUEL. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT...

Aug 13, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 90,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER REFUELING, HE NOTICED A STRONG GASOLINE FUEL ODOR. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. ON A SECOND OCCASION, THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC WHE...

Aug 13, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 84,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PARKED HE NOTICED A STRONG GASOLINE SMELL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHO STATED THAT THE FUEL TANK WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE THE FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY WAS LEAKING FUEL. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT...

Aug 7, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 91,700 mi

AFTER RETURNING HOME FROM THE FILLING STATION AND PARKING MY E350 MERCEDES IN THE GARAGE, I NOTICED A STRONG FUEL SMELL OUTSIDE THE DRIVER'S SIDE REAR OF THE VEHICLE, AND TO A LESSER EXTENT INSIDE THE CAR. I WAS CERTAIN I HAD NOT SOMEHOW "OVER-FILLED" IT, AND AFTER REPEATED FUELINGS SINCE THEN, I K...

Aug 7, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 91,700 mi

AFTER RETURNING HOME FROM THE FILLING STATION AND PARKING MY E350 MERCEDES IN THE GARAGE, I NOTICED A STRONG FUEL SMELL OUTSIDE THE DRIVER'S SIDE REAR OF THE VEHICLE, AND TO A LESSER EXTENT INSIDE THE CAR. I WAS CERTAIN I HAD NOT SOMEHOW "OVER-FILLED" IT, AND AFTER REPEATED FUELINGS SINCE THEN, I K...

Aug 3, 2013 Equipment Adaptive/mobility 40,000 mi

I OWN A 2006 MERCEDES E-SERIES WITH 47,000 MILES. I HAVE NOTICED A FUEL SMELL WHEN THE CAR IS IN THE GARAGE AFTER REFILLING THE TANK. THE PROBLEM WAS RECENTLY DIAGNOSED AS A FAULTY FUEL TAN SEAL. THE DEALER HAS INDICATED THIS IS A DANGEROUS CONDITION AND THE CAR SHOULD NOT BE DRIVEN. THE ESTIMATED R...

Aug 3, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 40,000 mi

I OWN A 2006 MERCEDES E-SERIES WITH 47,000 MILES. I HAVE NOTICED A FUEL SMELL WHEN THE CAR IS IN THE GARAGE AFTER REFILLING THE TANK. THE PROBLEM WAS RECENTLY DIAGNOSED AS A FAULTY FUEL TAN SEAL. THE DEALER HAS INDICATED THIS IS A DANGEROUS CONDITION AND THE CAR SHOULD NOT BE DRIVEN. THE ESTIMATED R...

Aug 3, 2013 Equipment Adaptive/mobility 40,000 mi

I OWN A 2006 MERCEDES E-SERIES WITH 47,000 MILES. I HAVE NOTICED A FUEL SMELL WHEN THE CAR IS IN THE GARAGE AFTER REFILLING THE TANK. THE PROBLEM WAS RECENTLY DIAGNOSED AS A FAULTY FUEL TAN SEAL. THE DEALER HAS INDICATED THIS IS A DANGEROUS CONDITION AND THE CAR SHOULD NOT BE DRIVEN. THE ESTIMATED R...

Aug 3, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 40,000 mi

I OWN A 2006 MERCEDES E-SERIES WITH 47,000 MILES. I HAVE NOTICED A FUEL SMELL WHEN THE CAR IS IN THE GARAGE AFTER REFILLING THE TANK. THE PROBLEM WAS RECENTLY DIAGNOSED AS A FAULTY FUEL TAN SEAL. THE DEALER HAS INDICATED THIS IS A DANGEROUS CONDITION AND THE CAR SHOULD NOT BE DRIVEN. THE ESTIMATED R...

Jul 31, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 80,000 mi

VEHICLE AT 80,000 HAS FUEL SMELLS IN AND OUT OF THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. HAD TO REPLACE THE FUEL TANK TO REMEDY THE SITUATION. OVER $2,000 REPAIR. FOUND OUT FROM THE SERVICE MANAGER AT MERCEDES BENZ THAT IT IS A FACTORY DEFECT. NOT GOOD. *TR

Jul 31, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 80,000 mi

VEHICLE AT 80,000 HAS FUEL SMELLS IN AND OUT OF THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. HAD TO REPLACE THE FUEL TANK TO REMEDY THE SITUATION. OVER $2,000 REPAIR. FOUND OUT FROM THE SERVICE MANAGER AT MERCEDES BENZ THAT IT IS A FACTORY DEFECT. NOT GOOD. *TR

Jul 28, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 91,300 mi

STRONG GAS ODOR INSIDE THE CAR. IT MADE ME DIZZY AND HAD TO OPEN THE WINDOW FULLY. CLOSED THE WINDOW WITH AC ON AT MAXIMUM FAN SPEED WOULD NOT HELP. THE ODOR LASTED FOR 2 WEEKS. I FOUND THE GAS ACCUMULATED ON TOP OF THE TANK AT DRIVER SIDE AFTER I REMOVED THE REAR SEAT. *TR

Jul 28, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 91,300 mi

STRONG GAS ODOR INSIDE THE CAR. IT MADE ME DIZZY AND HAD TO OPEN THE WINDOW FULLY. CLOSED THE WINDOW WITH AC ON AT MAXIMUM FAN SPEED WOULD NOT HELP. THE ODOR LASTED FOR 2 WEEKS. I FOUND THE GAS ACCUMULATED ON TOP OF THE TANK AT DRIVER SIDE AFTER I REMOVED THE REAR SEAT. *TR

Jul 25, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER REFUELING, HE NOTICED A STRONG GASOLINE FUEL ODOR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS N...

Jul 25, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER REFUELING, HE NOTICED A STRONG GASOLINE FUEL ODOR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS N...

Jul 22, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 89,000 mi

LEAK ON THE SENDING UNIT IN FUEL TANK. POSSIBLY NEED TO REPLACE FUEL TANK AS WELL. STRONG GAS SMELL. EVIDENTLY THIS HAPPENS ON MOST OF THESE CARD AND NO RECALL GAS BEEN MADE BY MB. *TR

Jul 22, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 89,000 mi

LEAK ON THE SENDING UNIT IN FUEL TANK. POSSIBLY NEED TO REPLACE FUEL TANK AS WELL. STRONG GAS SMELL. EVIDENTLY THIS HAPPENS ON MOST OF THESE CARD AND NO RECALL GAS BEEN MADE BY MB. *TR

Jul 21, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 115,000 mi

THE ISSUE ORIGINATED AS A FAINT FUEL SMELL WHEN THE TANK WAS 3/4 FULL OR HIGHER, PARKED ON SLIGHT INCLINES. THE PROBLEM HAS BECOME INCREASINGLY WORSE, AND TODAY LEFT A TRAIL OF FUEL BEHIND IT. CALLING LOCAL DEALERSHIP TOMORROW. CURRENT MILEAGE IS 123,3XX. *TR

Jul 21, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 115,000 mi

THE ISSUE ORIGINATED AS A FAINT FUEL SMELL WHEN THE TANK WAS 3/4 FULL OR HIGHER, PARKED ON SLIGHT INCLINES. THE PROBLEM HAS BECOME INCREASINGLY WORSE, AND TODAY LEFT A TRAIL OF FUEL BEHIND IT. CALLING LOCAL DEALERSHIP TOMORROW. CURRENT MILEAGE IS 123,3XX. *TR

Jul 14, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHEN ENTERING THE VEHICLE AFTER IT HAS BEEN SITTING FOR A PERIOD OF TIME THERE IS THE SMELL OF GASOLINE THAT LINGERS UNTIL THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN RUN FOR A SHORT TIME. IT HAPPENS NO MATTER HOW MUCH FUEL IS IN THE TANK BUT IT DOES NOT HAPPEN ALL OF THE TIME. IT CAN GO A WEEK OR MORE SOMETIMES AND NOT...

Jul 14, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHEN ENTERING THE VEHICLE AFTER IT HAS BEEN SITTING FOR A PERIOD OF TIME THERE IS THE SMELL OF GASOLINE THAT LINGERS UNTIL THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN RUN FOR A SHORT TIME. IT HAPPENS NO MATTER HOW MUCH FUEL IS IN THE TANK BUT IT DOES NOT HAPPEN ALL OF THE TIME. IT CAN GO A WEEK OR MORE SOMETIMES AND NOT...

Jul 10, 2013 Power Train 89,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH AND DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT RESPOND. THE CONTACT HAD TO SHIFT GEARS FROM DRIVE TO PARK AND BACK TO DRIVE BEFORE THE VEHICLE WOULD RESPOND. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A PRIVATE M...

Jul 10, 2013 Power Train 89,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH AND DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT RESPOND. THE CONTACT HAD TO SHIFT GEARS FROM DRIVE TO PARK AND BACK TO DRIVE BEFORE THE VEHICLE WOULD RESPOND. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A PRIVATE M...

Jul 9, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 150,000 mi

AFTER MY WIFE, FILLED UP THE VEHICLE THERE WAS A VERY STRONG FUEL SMELL BOTH IN THE CABIN AND THE TRUNK. THE SMELL GOES AWAY AFTER THE FUEL LEVEL IS REDUCED AS A RESULT OF DRIVING. HOWEVER, AS EVERY TIME THE TANK IS FILLED UP (NEVER TOP THE FUEL TANK) THERE IS A VERY STRONG SMELL. THIS HAS CAUSED MY...

Jul 9, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 150,000 mi

AFTER MY WIFE, FILLED UP THE VEHICLE THERE WAS A VERY STRONG FUEL SMELL BOTH IN THE CABIN AND THE TRUNK. THE SMELL GOES AWAY AFTER THE FUEL LEVEL IS REDUCED AS A RESULT OF DRIVING. HOWEVER, AS EVERY TIME THE TANK IS FILLED UP (NEVER TOP THE FUEL TANK) THERE IS A VERY STRONG SMELL. THIS HAS CAUSED MY...

Jul 8, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 72,000 mi

AFTER FILLING UP THE VEHICLE THERE IS A VERY STRONG FUEL SMELL BOTH IN THE CABIN AND THE TRUNK. THE SMELL GOES AWAY AFTER THE FUEL LEVEL IS REDUCED AS A RESULT OF DRIVING. HOWEVER, AS EVERY TIME THE TANK IS FILLED UP (NEVER TOP THE FUEL TANK) THERE IS A VERY STRONG SMELL. THIS HAS CAUSED ME BEING LI...

Jul 8, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 72,000 mi

AFTER FILLING UP THE VEHICLE THERE IS A VERY STRONG FUEL SMELL BOTH IN THE CABIN AND THE TRUNK. THE SMELL GOES AWAY AFTER THE FUEL LEVEL IS REDUCED AS A RESULT OF DRIVING. HOWEVER, AS EVERY TIME THE TANK IS FILLED UP (NEVER TOP THE FUEL TANK) THERE IS A VERY STRONG SMELL. THIS HAS CAUSED ME BEING LI...

Jul 7, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline Crash 91,120 mi

VERY STRONG, LASTING, GAS ODOR INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE CAR. I SEARCHED FORUM OF MBWORLD.ORG AND FOUND MANY SIMILAR COMPLAINTS. THE CAUSE COULD BE A LEAKING FUEL LEVER SENDER DUE TO BROKEN SEAL. I REMOVED THE REAR SEAT AND FOUND A PUDDLE OF GAS ON TOP OF THE TANK. THE DEALER I CALLED TOLD ME THERE WAS...

Jul 7, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline Crash 91,120 mi

VERY STRONG, LASTING, GAS ODOR INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE CAR. I SEARCHED FORUM OF MBWORLD.ORG AND FOUND MANY SIMILAR COMPLAINTS. THE CAUSE COULD BE A LEAKING FUEL LEVER SENDER DUE TO BROKEN SEAL. I REMOVED THE REAR SEAT AND FOUND A PUDDLE OF GAS ON TOP OF THE TANK. THE DEALER I CALLED TOLD ME THERE WAS...

Jun 12, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 106,949 mi

I TOOK OUR CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR REGULAR MAINTENANCE AND STATE INSPECTION. AFTER RECEIVING A PHONE THAT THE GAS TANK HAD LEAKS AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED FOR $2500 IN ORDER TO PASS STATE INSPECTION I DID SOME RESEARCH AND DISCOVERED THAT THERE ARE OVER 500 COMPLAINTS BEING REPORTED WITH THIS PRO...

Jun 12, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 106,949 mi

I TOOK OUR CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR REGULAR MAINTENANCE AND STATE INSPECTION. AFTER RECEIVING A PHONE THAT THE GAS TANK HAD LEAKS AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED FOR $2500 IN ORDER TO PASS STATE INSPECTION I DID SOME RESEARCH AND DISCOVERED THAT THERE ARE OVER 500 COMPLAINTS BEING REPORTED WITH THIS PRO...

May 29, 2013 Engine 47,951 mi

PURCHASED 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350 4MATIC WITH 47,851 MILES ON ODOMETER FROM MATTIE IMPORTS, INC., FALL RIVER, MA ON MAY 27, 2013. AUTOMOBILE HAD APPROXIMATELY ONE-QUARTER OF A TANK OF GASOLINE AT PURCHASE. SALESPERSON DECLINED PURCHASER'S REQUEST TO "TOP-OFF" THE GAS TANK PRIOR TO BUYER LEAVING SELL...

May 29, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 47,951 mi

PURCHASED 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350 4MATIC WITH 47,851 MILES ON ODOMETER FROM MATTIE IMPORTS, INC., FALL RIVER, MA ON MAY 27, 2013. AUTOMOBILE HAD APPROXIMATELY ONE-QUARTER OF A TANK OF GASOLINE AT PURCHASE. SALESPERSON DECLINED PURCHASER'S REQUEST TO "TOP-OFF" THE GAS TANK PRIOR TO BUYER LEAVING SELL...

May 29, 2013 Engine 47,951 mi

PURCHASED 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350 4MATIC WITH 47,851 MILES ON ODOMETER FROM MATTIE IMPORTS, INC., FALL RIVER, MA ON MAY 27, 2013. AUTOMOBILE HAD APPROXIMATELY ONE-QUARTER OF A TANK OF GASOLINE AT PURCHASE. SALESPERSON DECLINED PURCHASER'S REQUEST TO "TOP-OFF" THE GAS TANK PRIOR TO BUYER LEAVING SELL...

May 29, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 47,951 mi

PURCHASED 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350 4MATIC WITH 47,851 MILES ON ODOMETER FROM MATTIE IMPORTS, INC., FALL RIVER, MA ON MAY 27, 2013. AUTOMOBILE HAD APPROXIMATELY ONE-QUARTER OF A TANK OF GASOLINE AT PURCHASE. SALESPERSON DECLINED PURCHASER'S REQUEST TO "TOP-OFF" THE GAS TANK PRIOR TO BUYER LEAVING SELL...

May 28, 2013 Engine 158,510 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT THE CAM SHAFT WAS UNBALANCED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 158,510.

May 28, 2013 Engine 158,510 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT THE CAM SHAFT WAS UNBALANCED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 158,510.

May 24, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline

IT HAS BEEN ABOUT A MONTH SINCE PURCHASE WHEN I NOTICE A GAS ODOR INSIDE THE CAR. IT SMELLS LIKE A FUEL LEAK. THE SMELL COMES & GOES. ONE DAY I TOOK MY CAR TO THE MERCEDES DEALER DUE TO A RECALL & INQUIRED ABOUT A GAS LEAK/ODOR THAT I NOTICED SINCE PURCHASE. I WAS TOLD THAT I WILL HAVE TO PAY FOR TH...

May 24, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline

IT HAS BEEN ABOUT A MONTH SINCE PURCHASE WHEN I NOTICE A GAS ODOR INSIDE THE CAR. IT SMELLS LIKE A FUEL LEAK. THE SMELL COMES & GOES. ONE DAY I TOOK MY CAR TO THE MERCEDES DEALER DUE TO A RECALL & INQUIRED ABOUT A GAS LEAK/ODOR THAT I NOTICED SINCE PURCHASE. I WAS TOLD THAT I WILL HAVE TO PAY FOR TH...

May 22, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 80,439 mi

WHEN I FILLED THE GAS TANK I STARTED NOTICING STRONG GASOLINE SMELL INSIDE THE CAR. THE STRONG ODOR STAYED FOR MORE THAN A FEW DAYS THEN WENT AWAY AS THE GAS WAS USED IN DRIVING. THREE DAYS AGO I HAD THE GAS TANK FILLED AGAIN AND I LOOKED UP THE PROBLEM ON ONLINE FORUMS AND FOUND OUT THAT THIS IS ...

May 22, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 80,439 mi

WHEN I FILLED THE GAS TANK I STARTED NOTICING STRONG GASOLINE SMELL INSIDE THE CAR. THE STRONG ODOR STAYED FOR MORE THAN A FEW DAYS THEN WENT AWAY AS THE GAS WAS USED IN DRIVING. THREE DAYS AGO I HAD THE GAS TANK FILLED AGAIN AND I LOOKED UP THE PROBLEM ON ONLINE FORUMS AND FOUND OUT THAT THIS IS ...

May 9, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 27,978 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES E-350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED OVERNIGHT, THE CONTACT LATER NOTICED GASOLINE FUMES INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY AN AUTHORIZED DEALER AND THE FUEL SENSOR WAS REPLACED. THE FAILURE RECURRED SPORADICALLY. THE MANUFACT...

May 9, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 27,978 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES E-350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED OVERNIGHT, THE CONTACT LATER NOTICED GASOLINE FUMES INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY AN AUTHORIZED DEALER AND THE FUEL SENSOR WAS REPLACED. THE FAILURE RECURRED SPORADICALLY. THE MANUFACT...

Apr 26, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 65,000 mi

I AM EXPERIENCING HIGHLY INTOXICATING FUMES COMING FROM THE VEHICLE GAS TANK. I CAN NO LONGER PARK VEHICLE INSIDE MY GARAGE FOR FEAR OF AN EXPLOSION. WHEN TAKEN TO A DEALERSHIP, I WAS TOLD THERE WAS A BULLETIN ON THE GAS TANK, BUT DOE TO THE VEHICLE BEING OUT OF WARRANTY, THE REPAIRS WERE NOT COVER...

Apr 26, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 65,000 mi

I AM EXPERIENCING HIGHLY INTOXICATING FUMES COMING FROM THE VEHICLE GAS TANK. I CAN NO LONGER PARK VEHICLE INSIDE MY GARAGE FOR FEAR OF AN EXPLOSION. WHEN TAKEN TO A DEALERSHIP, I WAS TOLD THERE WAS A BULLETIN ON THE GAS TANK, BUT DOE TO THE VEHICLE BEING OUT OF WARRANTY, THE REPAIRS WERE NOT COVER...

Apr 22, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 115,000 mi

FOLLOWING FILL-UP AND ONLY WHEN TANK IS FUEL, STRONG ODOR OF FUEL IN GARAGE. TALKED TO MECHANIC THAT INSPECTED VEHICLE. FOUND RESEARCH ONLINE DESCRIBING SIMILAR CONCERN AND ONGOING NHTSA INVESTIGATION. *TR

Apr 22, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 115,000 mi

FOLLOWING FILL-UP AND ONLY WHEN TANK IS FUEL, STRONG ODOR OF FUEL IN GARAGE. TALKED TO MECHANIC THAT INSPECTED VEHICLE. FOUND RESEARCH ONLINE DESCRIBING SIMILAR CONCERN AND ONGOING NHTSA INVESTIGATION. *TR

Apr 15, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System

AFTER FILLING CAR WITH GAS THERE IS A GASOLINE SMELL. ODOR SO STRONG CANNOT LEAVE CAR IN GARAGE UNTIL GAS DIPS BELOW APPROXIMATELY 3/4 TANK. *TR

Apr 15, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire 165,000 mi

CAR FIRE - COMPLETE LOSS UPDATED 04/18/13*LJ PICTURES RECEIVED. 04/18/13 *TR

Apr 15, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System Fire 165,000 mi

CAR FIRE - COMPLETE LOSS UPDATED 04/18/13*LJ PICTURES RECEIVED. 04/18/13 *TR

Apr 15, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System

AFTER FILLING CAR WITH GAS THERE IS A GASOLINE SMELL. ODOR SO STRONG CANNOT LEAVE CAR IN GARAGE UNTIL GAS DIPS BELOW APPROXIMATELY 3/4 TANK. *TR

Apr 15, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire 165,000 mi

CAR FIRE - COMPLETE LOSS UPDATED 04/18/13*LJ PICTURES RECEIVED. 04/18/13 *TR

Apr 15, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System Fire 165,000 mi

CAR FIRE - COMPLETE LOSS UPDATED 04/18/13*LJ PICTURES RECEIVED. 04/18/13 *TR

Apr 10, 2013 Air Bags 110,980 mi

MOVED TELESCOPING STEERING WHEEL OUT SRS WARNING LIGHT APPEARED. MERCEDES IS AWARE THE CONNECTING HARNESS IS TOO SHORT THEY MAKE A REPAIR KIT BUT WILL NOT WARRANTY AFTER 100,000. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE THAT MERCEDES SHOULD HAVE RECALLED AND REPLACE BEFORE INCIDENT. *TR

Apr 10, 2013 Air Bags 110,980 mi

MOVED TELESCOPING STEERING WHEEL OUT SRS WARNING LIGHT APPEARED. MERCEDES IS AWARE THE CONNECTING HARNESS IS TOO SHORT THEY MAKE A REPAIR KIT BUT WILL NOT WARRANTY AFTER 100,000. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE THAT MERCEDES SHOULD HAVE RECALLED AND REPLACE BEFORE INCIDENT. *TR

Apr 8, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 88,000 mi

GAS TANK LEAKING CAUSING GAS TO DRAIN INTO BACK SEAT. COST TO REPLACE WAS APROX 1000 FOR PART ALONE. AFTER GOING TO MERCEDES, MY OTHER MECHANIC WAS LOOKING AT OTHER USED PARTS AND FOUND THAT ALL USED PARTS HAD SAME ISSUE AND LEAKING FOR EXACT LOCATION. UPPER PORTION OF GAS TANK. LOOKING ONLINE, ...

Apr 8, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 88,000 mi

GAS TANK LEAKING CAUSING GAS TO DRAIN INTO BACK SEAT. COST TO REPLACE WAS APROX 1000 FOR PART ALONE. AFTER GOING TO MERCEDES, MY OTHER MECHANIC WAS LOOKING AT OTHER USED PARTS AND FOUND THAT ALL USED PARTS HAD SAME ISSUE AND LEAKING FOR EXACT LOCATION. UPPER PORTION OF GAS TANK. LOOKING ONLINE, ...

Apr 6, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 50,500 mi

ON GAS FILLED UP, THE ENTIRE GARAGE SMELL OF STRONG GASOLINE SMELL THAT CAN CAUSE NAUSEA AND DIZZINESS IF GARAGE DOOR IS NOT OPENED TO ALLOW FRESH AIR, MECHANICS SAID THERE IS A LEAK IN THE FUEL SYSTEM AND SIMILAR CAR OWNERS HAVE THE SAME ISSUE. SMELL WILL GO AWAY WHEN THE FUEL LEVEL IS BELOW 7/8 LE...

Apr 6, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 50,500 mi

ON GAS FILLED UP, THE ENTIRE GARAGE SMELL OF STRONG GASOLINE SMELL THAT CAN CAUSE NAUSEA AND DIZZINESS IF GARAGE DOOR IS NOT OPENED TO ALLOW FRESH AIR, MECHANICS SAID THERE IS A LEAK IN THE FUEL SYSTEM AND SIMILAR CAR OWNERS HAVE THE SAME ISSUE. SMELL WILL GO AWAY WHEN THE FUEL LEVEL IS BELOW 7/8 LE...

Apr 4, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 172,716 mi

PLEASE HELP TO ENCOURAGE MERCEDES BENZ TO REPLACE TO NEW GAS TANK PART #211-470-0502, FOR ALL THEIR CARS THAT HAVE THIS DEFECTIVE GAS TANK PART # 211-470-4201! ON 10-24-2012 I CAME INTO MERCEDES BENZ DEALERSHIP BECAUSE I SMELLED GAS AND OIL. THE DEALERSHIP MISDIAGNOSED THE GAS SMELL TO BE THE ...

Apr 4, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System

AFTER REFILLING GAS TANK, THERE IS STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE, THIS USUALLY DISAPPEARS AS THE GAS IS CONSUMED, BUT IT PRESENT AS LONG AS THE TANK IS ABOVE 3/4 FULL. THIS HAS BEEN A CONSTANT OCCURRENCE SINCE PURCHASING THE VEHICLE FROM MB OF AUSTIN IN 2009. *TR

Apr 4, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 172,716 mi

PLEASE HELP TO ENCOURAGE MERCEDES BENZ TO REPLACE TO NEW GAS TANK PART #211-470-0502, FOR ALL THEIR CARS THAT HAVE THIS DEFECTIVE GAS TANK PART # 211-470-4201! ON 10-24-2012 I CAME INTO MERCEDES BENZ DEALERSHIP BECAUSE I SMELLED GAS AND OIL. THE DEALERSHIP MISDIAGNOSED THE GAS SMELL TO BE THE ...

Apr 4, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System

AFTER REFILLING GAS TANK, THERE IS STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE, THIS USUALLY DISAPPEARS AS THE GAS IS CONSUMED, BUT IT PRESENT AS LONG AS THE TANK IS ABOVE 3/4 FULL. THIS HAS BEEN A CONSTANT OCCURRENCE SINCE PURCHASING THE VEHICLE FROM MB OF AUSTIN IN 2009. *TR

Mar 25, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System

STRONG GASOLINE ORDER, ESPECIALLY WHEN TANK IS FULL. MECHANIC SAYS THAT GAS TANK PUMP IS LEAKING. I HEAR THAT OTHER OWNERS HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM. *TR

Mar 25, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System

STRONG GASOLINE ORDER, ESPECIALLY WHEN TANK IS FULL. MECHANIC SAYS THAT GAS TANK PUMP IS LEAKING. I HEAR THAT OTHER OWNERS HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM. *TR

Mar 23, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 80,000 mi

MY VEHICLE STARTED HAVING A FAINT GAS SMELL AFTER REFUELING A FEW YEARS AGO. I AM NOT SURE OF THE EXACT DATE OR MILEAGE AS I JUST THOUGHT THIS WAS A MINOR PROBLEM. THE SMELL WOULD DISAPPEAR AFTER I HAD USED ABOUT A QUARTER OF A TANK. THE ODOR HAS GOTTEN STRONGER OVER THE PAST YEAR WHICH PROMPTED ME ...

Mar 23, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 80,000 mi

MY VEHICLE STARTED HAVING A FAINT GAS SMELL AFTER REFUELING A FEW YEARS AGO. I AM NOT SURE OF THE EXACT DATE OR MILEAGE AS I JUST THOUGHT THIS WAS A MINOR PROBLEM. THE SMELL WOULD DISAPPEAR AFTER I HAD USED ABOUT A QUARTER OF A TANK. THE ODOR HAS GOTTEN STRONGER OVER THE PAST YEAR WHICH PROMPTED ME ...

Mar 21, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 77,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PARKED, HE NOTICED A STRONG GASOLINE ODOR AROUND THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE FUEL TANK WAS LEAKING FUEL FROM THE UPPER PART OF THE TANK. THE TECHNICIAN REP...

Mar 21, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 22,000 mi

WHEN THE CAR IS FILLED WITH GAS, THERE IS A VERY STRONG LINGERING GASOLINE SMELL THAT LASTS FOR SEVERAL DAYS. *TR

Mar 21, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 77,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PARKED, HE NOTICED A STRONG GASOLINE ODOR AROUND THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE FUEL TANK WAS LEAKING FUEL FROM THE UPPER PART OF THE TANK. THE TECHNICIAN REP...

Mar 21, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 22,000 mi

WHEN THE CAR IS FILLED WITH GAS, THERE IS A VERY STRONG LINGERING GASOLINE SMELL THAT LASTS FOR SEVERAL DAYS. *TR

Mar 20, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 60,389 mi

HAVE BEEN SMELLING GAS INSIDE CAR AND IN GARAGE ON FILL UP OF GAS TANK. ON 2/21/13, DEALER FOUND GAS POOLED ABOUT AN INCH THICK ON TOP OF THE 2 SENDING UNITS UNDER 2ND ROW SEATS OF THIS STATION WAGON. GAS WAS LEAKING OUT THRU THE SEALS AND LOCKING RINGS ON TOP OF SENDING UNITS. DEALER FOUND DE...

Mar 20, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 60,389 mi

HAVE BEEN SMELLING GAS INSIDE CAR AND IN GARAGE ON FILL UP OF GAS TANK. ON 2/21/13, DEALER FOUND GAS POOLED ABOUT AN INCH THICK ON TOP OF THE 2 SENDING UNITS UNDER 2ND ROW SEATS OF THIS STATION WAGON. GAS WAS LEAKING OUT THRU THE SEALS AND LOCKING RINGS ON TOP OF SENDING UNITS. DEALER FOUND DE...

Mar 19, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 90,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, A STRONG ODOR OF FUEL EMITTED INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE PROBLEM. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 90,000. THE VIN WAS U...

Mar 19, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ONLY WHEN REFUELING TO FULL CAPACITY, A STRONG ODOR OF FUEL EMITTED INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THERE WAS A SMALL AMOUNT OF FUEL FOUND ON THE GROUND NEXT TO THE VEHICLE ON VARIOUS OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT ME...

Mar 19, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PARKED, HE NOTICED A STRONG GASOLINE FUEL ODOR IN THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAI...

Mar 19, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 63,879 mi

THE CAR STARTED TO GET STRONG GAS SMELL SPECIALLY AFTER A FULL TANK FILL UP. I HAVE OWNED THIS CAR FOR SEVERAL YEARS AND THIS PROBLEM STARTED IN LATE 2011. *TR

Mar 19, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 90,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, A STRONG ODOR OF FUEL EMITTED INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE PROBLEM. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 90,000. THE VIN WAS U...

Mar 19, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ONLY WHEN REFUELING TO FULL CAPACITY, A STRONG ODOR OF FUEL EMITTED INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THERE WAS A SMALL AMOUNT OF FUEL FOUND ON THE GROUND NEXT TO THE VEHICLE ON VARIOUS OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT ME...

Mar 19, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PARKED, HE NOTICED A STRONG GASOLINE FUEL ODOR IN THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAI...

Mar 19, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 63,879 mi

THE CAR STARTED TO GET STRONG GAS SMELL SPECIALLY AFTER A FULL TANK FILL UP. I HAVE OWNED THIS CAR FOR SEVERAL YEARS AND THIS PROBLEM STARTED IN LATE 2011. *TR

Mar 14, 2013 Engine 64,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E-350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE JERKED AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE CAM SHAFT NEEDED TO BE REBUILT. THE MANUFACTURED...

Mar 14, 2013 Engine 64,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E-350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE JERKED AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE CAM SHAFT NEEDED TO BE REBUILT. THE MANUFACTURED...

Feb 27, 2013 Air Bags 55,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH AND HITTING A POT HOLE, THE AIR BAGS ON THE DRIVERS SIDE DEPLOYED WITHOUT ANY WARNING. THE CONTACT DID NOT RECEIVE ANY INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS LATER TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. AFTER DI...

Feb 27, 2013 Air Bags 55,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH AND HITTING A POT HOLE, THE AIR BAGS ON THE DRIVERS SIDE DEPLOYED WITHOUT ANY WARNING. THE CONTACT DID NOT RECEIVE ANY INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS LATER TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. AFTER DI...

Jan 30, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 38,000 mi

AFTER FILLING CAR THERE IS A STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE AROUND THE CAR. THE SMELL CONTINUES UNTIL THE TANK IS DOWN TO @3/4 . AFTER REACHING THIS POINT THE SMELL DISSIPATES SOMEWHAT BUT IS STILL DETECTABLE. THE GARAGE REEKS OF FUEL BUT THERE IS NOTHING ON THE FLOOR(YET). THIS PROBLEM STARTED AT @38,00...

Jan 30, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 38,000 mi

AFTER FILLING CAR THERE IS A STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE AROUND THE CAR. THE SMELL CONTINUES UNTIL THE TANK IS DOWN TO @3/4 . AFTER REACHING THIS POINT THE SMELL DISSIPATES SOMEWHAT BUT IS STILL DETECTABLE. THE GARAGE REEKS OF FUEL BUT THERE IS NOTHING ON THE FLOOR(YET). THIS PROBLEM STARTED AT @38,00...

Jan 23, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 105,000 mi

THE CAR HAD A SERIOUSLY STRONG ORDER INSIDE THE CABIN OF GASOLINE EVERY TIME I WOULD FILL UP THE CAR. TO THE POINT OF CAUSING NAUSEA EVERY TIME I DRIVE THE CAR. I HAD TO STOP DRIVING THE CAR FOR A WHILE BECAUSE THE ORDER WAS TOO STRONG INSIDE THE CABIN. I EVENTUALLY TOOK A LOOK UNDER THE REAR SEAT N...

Jan 23, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 105,000 mi

THE CAR HAD A SERIOUSLY STRONG ORDER INSIDE THE CABIN OF GASOLINE EVERY TIME I WOULD FILL UP THE CAR. TO THE POINT OF CAUSING NAUSEA EVERY TIME I DRIVE THE CAR. I HAD TO STOP DRIVING THE CAR FOR A WHILE BECAUSE THE ORDER WAS TOO STRONG INSIDE THE CABIN. I EVENTUALLY TOOK A LOOK UNDER THE REAR SEAT N...

Jan 15, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 106,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, SHE NOTICED STRONG GASOLINE FUMES INSIDE THE CABIN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSIS WHERE SEVERAL PLASTIC PARTS WERE ATTACHED TO THE FUEL TANK. THE FAILURE RECURRED ...

Jan 15, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 103,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SMELL OF GASOLINE WAS VERY PROMINENT IN THE VEHICLE CABIN AFTER REFUELING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION WHERE THEY ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THE FUEL PUMP AND TANK NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS ...

Jan 15, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 106,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, SHE NOTICED STRONG GASOLINE FUMES INSIDE THE CABIN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSIS WHERE SEVERAL PLASTIC PARTS WERE ATTACHED TO THE FUEL TANK. THE FAILURE RECURRED ...

Jan 15, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 103,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SMELL OF GASOLINE WAS VERY PROMINENT IN THE VEHICLE CABIN AFTER REFUELING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION WHERE THEY ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THE FUEL PUMP AND TANK NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS ...

Jan 11, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 67,000 mi

I NOTICED THE SMELL OF GASOLINE IN THE CABIN OF THE CAR. I DECIDED TO LOOK AROUND AND SEARCH FOR WHERE THE GASOLINE SMELL WAS COMING FROM. I DISCOVERED THAT THE CAR HAS A LEAK IN THE FUEL SYSTEM ON TOP OF THE SENDING UNIT. THERE WAS A POOL OF GASOLINE ONTOP OF THE SENDING UNIT RIGHT NEXT TO ELECTRIC...

Jan 11, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 67,000 mi

I NOTICED THE SMELL OF GASOLINE IN THE CABIN OF THE CAR. I DECIDED TO LOOK AROUND AND SEARCH FOR WHERE THE GASOLINE SMELL WAS COMING FROM. I DISCOVERED THAT THE CAR HAS A LEAK IN THE FUEL SYSTEM ON TOP OF THE SENDING UNIT. THERE WAS A POOL OF GASOLINE ONTOP OF THE SENDING UNIT RIGHT NEXT TO ELECTRIC...

Dec 20, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 50,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER REFUELING THE VEHICLE, A STRONG GASOLINE FUEL ODOR WAS EMITTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A MECHANIC AND WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED ABOUT THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 50,000.

Dec 20, 2012 Fuel System, Gasoline 45,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUMES FROM THE FUEL TANK WERE ENTERING THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS WHERE THEY ADVISED HIM THAT THE FUEL TANK AND THE FUEL PUMP FAILED, IN WHICH BOTH WOULD REQUIRE REPLACEMENT. ...

Dec 20, 2012 Fuel System, Gasoline 45,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUMES FROM THE FUEL TANK WERE ENTERING THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS WHERE THEY ADVISED HIM THAT THE FUEL TANK AND THE FUEL PUMP FAILED, IN WHICH BOTH WOULD REQUIRE REPLACEMENT. ...

Dec 20, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 50,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER REFUELING THE VEHICLE, A STRONG GASOLINE FUEL ODOR WAS EMITTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A MECHANIC AND WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED ABOUT THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 50,000.

Dec 20, 2012 Fuel System, Gasoline 45,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUMES FROM THE FUEL TANK WERE ENTERING THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS WHERE THEY ADVISED HIM THAT THE FUEL TANK AND THE FUEL PUMP FAILED, IN WHICH BOTH WOULD REQUIRE REPLACEMENT. ...

Dec 20, 2012 Fuel System, Gasoline 45,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUMES FROM THE FUEL TANK WERE ENTERING THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS WHERE THEY ADVISED HIM THAT THE FUEL TANK AND THE FUEL PUMP FAILED, IN WHICH BOTH WOULD REQUIRE REPLACEMENT. ...

Nov 28, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 103,500 mi

STRONG SMELL OF GAS INSIDE THE CAR SITTING FOR ANY LENGTH OF TIME WHILE ON OR OFF, REGARDLESS OF FUEL LEVEL. *TR

Nov 28, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 103,500 mi

STRONG SMELL OF GAS INSIDE THE CAR SITTING FOR ANY LENGTH OF TIME WHILE ON OR OFF, REGARDLESS OF FUEL LEVEL. *TR

Nov 27, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 46,853 mi

ON 11/20/12, I FILLED UP MY CAR AND GOT A CAR WASH. THE CAR WASH ATTENDANT ASKED IF I HAD SPILLED A CAN OF GAS OR WAS TRANSPORTING A CAN OF GAS IN MY CAR. HE SAID THAT THERE WAS A STRONG ODOR OF GAS COMING FROM MY CAR. MY CAR WAS WET, SO I COULD NOT DIFFERENTIATE WATER FROM GAS ON THE OUTSIDE...

Nov 27, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 46,853 mi

ON 11/20/12, I FILLED UP MY CAR AND GOT A CAR WASH. THE CAR WASH ATTENDANT ASKED IF I HAD SPILLED A CAN OF GAS OR WAS TRANSPORTING A CAN OF GAS IN MY CAR. HE SAID THAT THERE WAS A STRONG ODOR OF GAS COMING FROM MY CAR. MY CAR WAS WET, SO I COULD NOT DIFFERENTIATE WATER FROM GAS ON THE OUTSIDE...

Nov 9, 2012 Engine

I HAVE APPR. 64,0000 MILES ON MY MERCEDES E350 AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. SENT IT TO THE MERCEDES DEALERSHIP AND SAID THAT THE CAR HAD A BALANCE SHAFT PROBLEM. SOLD ME THE CAR IN 2008. SERVICE BULLETINS WERE OUT SINCE 2007. MERCEDES WILL ONLY HELP MINIMALLY WITH THE COST. TOTAL COST SO...

Nov 9, 2012 Engine

I HAVE APPR. 64,0000 MILES ON MY MERCEDES E350 AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. SENT IT TO THE MERCEDES DEALERSHIP AND SAID THAT THE CAR HAD A BALANCE SHAFT PROBLEM. SOLD ME THE CAR IN 2008. SERVICE BULLETINS WERE OUT SINCE 2007. MERCEDES WILL ONLY HELP MINIMALLY WITH THE COST. TOTAL COST SO...

Oct 29, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 705,000 mi

FUEL SENDING UNIT LEAKING. *TR

Oct 29, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 705,000 mi

FUEL SENDING UNIT LEAKING. *TR

Oct 16, 2012 Power Train 78,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND COULD HEAR THAT THE ENGINE DIDN'T SOUND RIGHT, IT WAS REVVING AT A HIGHER RPM THAN NORMAL. I PULLED OVER TO SEE WHAT WAS WRONG AND IT CONTINUED TO DO THIS EVERY TIME I TRIED TO ACCELERATE. I TURNED THE CAR OFF, TURNED IT BACK ON AND THEN ONLY HAD 3RD. GEAR AVAILABLE....

Oct 16, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 78,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND COULD HEAR THAT THE ENGINE DIDN'T SOUND RIGHT, IT WAS REVVING AT A HIGHER RPM THAN NORMAL. I PULLED OVER TO SEE WHAT WAS WRONG AND IT CONTINUED TO DO THIS EVERY TIME I TRIED TO ACCELERATE. I TURNED THE CAR OFF, TURNED IT BACK ON AND THEN ONLY HAD 3RD. GEAR AVAILABLE....

Oct 16, 2012 Power Train 78,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND COULD HEAR THAT THE ENGINE DIDN'T SOUND RIGHT, IT WAS REVVING AT A HIGHER RPM THAN NORMAL. I PULLED OVER TO SEE WHAT WAS WRONG AND IT CONTINUED TO DO THIS EVERY TIME I TRIED TO ACCELERATE. I TURNED THE CAR OFF, TURNED IT BACK ON AND THEN ONLY HAD 3RD. GEAR AVAILABLE....

Oct 16, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 78,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND COULD HEAR THAT THE ENGINE DIDN'T SOUND RIGHT, IT WAS REVVING AT A HIGHER RPM THAN NORMAL. I PULLED OVER TO SEE WHAT WAS WRONG AND IT CONTINUED TO DO THIS EVERY TIME I TRIED TO ACCELERATE. I TURNED THE CAR OFF, TURNED IT BACK ON AND THEN ONLY HAD 3RD. GEAR AVAILABLE....

Oct 15, 2012 Exterior Lighting 75,729 mi

I HAD SO MANY PROBLEM WITH MY MERCEDES E350, BUT WHEN THE ENGINE LIGHT WAS ON I COULDN'T BELIEVE WAS THE BALANCE SHAFT. IT WAS IN WARRANTY SO I DIDN'T PAY A CENT BUT WHEN THEY RETURNED THE CAR BACK WAS NOT THE SAME ANY MORE, THE TAIL LIGHT WAS CRACKED AND THE A/C OPENING ARE INSIDE. THE CAR IS NOT A...

Oct 15, 2012 Engine 75,729 mi

I HAD SO MANY PROBLEM WITH MY MERCEDES E350, BUT WHEN THE ENGINE LIGHT WAS ON I COULDN'T BELIEVE WAS THE BALANCE SHAFT. IT WAS IN WARRANTY SO I DIDN'T PAY A CENT BUT WHEN THEY RETURNED THE CAR BACK WAS NOT THE SAME ANY MORE, THE TAIL LIGHT WAS CRACKED AND THE A/C OPENING ARE INSIDE. THE CAR IS NOT A...

Oct 15, 2012 Exterior Lighting 75,729 mi

I HAD SO MANY PROBLEM WITH MY MERCEDES E350, BUT WHEN THE ENGINE LIGHT WAS ON I COULDN'T BELIEVE WAS THE BALANCE SHAFT. IT WAS IN WARRANTY SO I DIDN'T PAY A CENT BUT WHEN THEY RETURNED THE CAR BACK WAS NOT THE SAME ANY MORE, THE TAIL LIGHT WAS CRACKED AND THE A/C OPENING ARE INSIDE. THE CAR IS NOT A...

Oct 15, 2012 Engine 75,729 mi

I HAD SO MANY PROBLEM WITH MY MERCEDES E350, BUT WHEN THE ENGINE LIGHT WAS ON I COULDN'T BELIEVE WAS THE BALANCE SHAFT. IT WAS IN WARRANTY SO I DIDN'T PAY A CENT BUT WHEN THEY RETURNED THE CAR BACK WAS NOT THE SAME ANY MORE, THE TAIL LIGHT WAS CRACKED AND THE A/C OPENING ARE INSIDE. THE CAR IS NOT A...

Oct 11, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE APPROACHING THE VEHICLE, SHE SMELLED AN OVERPOWERING GASOLINE ODOR BEING EMITTED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THE FUEL TANK SEAM HAD FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. ...

Oct 11, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 47,426 mi

FUEL TANK LEAKING FUEL AT VENT HOSE IN TOP OF TANK. THE COMPLETE GAS TANK HAD TO BE REPLACED. THIS WAS DISCOVERED AFTER SAFETY COMPLAINT ODI NUMBER 10476789 WAS FILED OUTLINING ANOTHER SEVERE GAS TANK LEAK. I FOLLOWED THE SERVICING DEALER'S INSTRUCTION FOR ELIMINATING GAS SMELL FROM THE VEHICLE BY ...

Oct 11, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE APPROACHING THE VEHICLE, SHE SMELLED AN OVERPOWERING GASOLINE ODOR BEING EMITTED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THE FUEL TANK SEAM HAD FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. ...

Oct 11, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 47,426 mi

FUEL TANK LEAKING FUEL AT VENT HOSE IN TOP OF TANK. THE COMPLETE GAS TANK HAD TO BE REPLACED. THIS WAS DISCOVERED AFTER SAFETY COMPLAINT ODI NUMBER 10476789 WAS FILED OUTLINING ANOTHER SEVERE GAS TANK LEAK. I FOLLOWED THE SERVICING DEALER'S INSTRUCTION FOR ELIMINATING GAS SMELL FROM THE VEHICLE BY ...

Oct 5, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 74,000 mi

CAR SMELLS OF GAS. I READ MANY COMPLAINTS ON THE 2006 E CLASS, WITH THE SAME ISSUE. *TR

Oct 5, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 74,000 mi

CAR SMELLS OF GAS. I READ MANY COMPLAINTS ON THE 2006 E CLASS, WITH THE SAME ISSUE. *TR

Oct 2, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System

FOR SEVERAL MONTHS THERE HAS BEEN A STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE AFTER FUELING THE VEHICLE. THE ODOR HAS BECOME STEADILY WORSE AND WE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR ASSISTANCE. WE WERE TOLD THAT THE FUEL TANK WAS CRACKED AND HAD TO BE REPLACED. WHEN I INQUIRED HOW THIS COULD HAVE OCCURRED, I WAS ...

Oct 2, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System

FOR SEVERAL MONTHS THERE HAS BEEN A STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE AFTER FUELING THE VEHICLE. THE ODOR HAS BECOME STEADILY WORSE AND WE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR ASSISTANCE. WE WERE TOLD THAT THE FUEL TANK WAS CRACKED AND HAD TO BE REPLACED. WHEN I INQUIRED HOW THIS COULD HAVE OCCURRED, I WAS ...

Sep 29, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 34,000 mi

STRONG SMELL OF GASOLINE MOSTLY OUTSIDE THE CAR WHENEVER I FILL THE GAS TANK. I NEVER OVERFILL. THE SMELL EXISTS EVEN WHEN I DON'T FILL TO THE VERY TOP. THE GARAGE HAS A STRONG SMELL OF GASOLINE WHENEVER I FILL THE CAR WITH GAS AND PARK THE CAR IN THE GARAGE. I AM AFRAID THE GASOLINE FUMES MAY I...

Sep 29, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 34,000 mi

STRONG SMELL OF GASOLINE MOSTLY OUTSIDE THE CAR WHENEVER I FILL THE GAS TANK. I NEVER OVERFILL. THE SMELL EXISTS EVEN WHEN I DON'T FILL TO THE VERY TOP. THE GARAGE HAS A STRONG SMELL OF GASOLINE WHENEVER I FILL THE CAR WITH GAS AND PARK THE CAR IN THE GARAGE. I AM AFRAID THE GASOLINE FUMES MAY I...

Sep 24, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 40,804 mi

HEAVY GAS SMELL INSIDE AND OUTSIDE VEHICLE. FUEL LEAKING FROM DEFECTIVE ELBOW HOSE CONNECTION ALLOWING GAS TO LEAK INSIDE THE VEHICLE UNDER THE BACK SEAT INSULATION AND FUEL COVER; FUEL TRAVELED OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE BY WAY OF DRIPPING FROM UNDERNEATH THE BACK OF THE VEHICLE ALONG THE EXHAUST PIPE ...

Sep 24, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 40,804 mi

HEAVY GAS SMELL INSIDE AND OUTSIDE VEHICLE. FUEL LEAKING FROM DEFECTIVE ELBOW HOSE CONNECTION ALLOWING GAS TO LEAK INSIDE THE VEHICLE UNDER THE BACK SEAT INSULATION AND FUEL COVER; FUEL TRAVELED OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE BY WAY OF DRIPPING FROM UNDERNEATH THE BACK OF THE VEHICLE ALONG THE EXHAUST PIPE ...

Sep 20, 2012 Power Train 64,500 mi

CAR HAS CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COME ON, DIAGNOSED TO HAVE BALANCE SHAFT FAILURE. THIS IS A WELL KNOWN DEFECT THAT HAPPENS TO MANY CARS WITH THIS ENGINE. MERCEDES WAS AWARE SINCE 2007, BUT REFUSES TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM, ONLY OFFERS TO GIVE 'FREE' PARTS. DEALER SAYS WOULD COST $4500 TO $6000 FOR LABOR TO...

Sep 20, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 72,488 mi

2006 MERCEDES BENZ MODEL E350. STRONG FUEL ODOR EMANATING FROM REAR AREA (TRUNK) OF VEHICLE ON THE OUTSIDE. CAR WOULD NOT START AND TOWED BY AAA TO MERCEDES BENZ DEALERSHIP/CAR REPAIR. AAA TOW DRIVER STATED THAT THE ODOR OF GASOLINE WAS SO STRONG HE WAS TEMPTED IN CALLING THE FIRE DEPARTMENT. MER...

Sep 20, 2012 Unknown Or Other 72,488 mi

2006 MERCEDES BENZ MODEL E350. STRONG FUEL ODOR EMANATING FROM REAR AREA (TRUNK) OF VEHICLE ON THE OUTSIDE. CAR WOULD NOT START AND TOWED BY AAA TO MERCEDES BENZ DEALERSHIP/CAR REPAIR. AAA TOW DRIVER STATED THAT THE ODOR OF GASOLINE WAS SO STRONG HE WAS TEMPTED IN CALLING THE FIRE DEPARTMENT. MER...

Sep 20, 2012 Electrical System 72,488 mi

2006 MERCEDES BENZ MODEL E350. STRONG FUEL ODOR EMANATING FROM REAR AREA (TRUNK) OF VEHICLE ON THE OUTSIDE. CAR WOULD NOT START AND TOWED BY AAA TO MERCEDES BENZ DEALERSHIP/CAR REPAIR. AAA TOW DRIVER STATED THAT THE ODOR OF GASOLINE WAS SO STRONG HE WAS TEMPTED IN CALLING THE FIRE DEPARTMENT. MER...

Sep 20, 2012 Power Train 64,500 mi

CAR HAS CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COME ON, DIAGNOSED TO HAVE BALANCE SHAFT FAILURE. THIS IS A WELL KNOWN DEFECT THAT HAPPENS TO MANY CARS WITH THIS ENGINE. MERCEDES WAS AWARE SINCE 2007, BUT REFUSES TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM, ONLY OFFERS TO GIVE 'FREE' PARTS. DEALER SAYS WOULD COST $4500 TO $6000 FOR LABOR TO...

Sep 20, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 72,488 mi

2006 MERCEDES BENZ MODEL E350. STRONG FUEL ODOR EMANATING FROM REAR AREA (TRUNK) OF VEHICLE ON THE OUTSIDE. CAR WOULD NOT START AND TOWED BY AAA TO MERCEDES BENZ DEALERSHIP/CAR REPAIR. AAA TOW DRIVER STATED THAT THE ODOR OF GASOLINE WAS SO STRONG HE WAS TEMPTED IN CALLING THE FIRE DEPARTMENT. MER...

Sep 20, 2012 Unknown Or Other 72,488 mi

2006 MERCEDES BENZ MODEL E350. STRONG FUEL ODOR EMANATING FROM REAR AREA (TRUNK) OF VEHICLE ON THE OUTSIDE. CAR WOULD NOT START AND TOWED BY AAA TO MERCEDES BENZ DEALERSHIP/CAR REPAIR. AAA TOW DRIVER STATED THAT THE ODOR OF GASOLINE WAS SO STRONG HE WAS TEMPTED IN CALLING THE FIRE DEPARTMENT. MER...

Sep 20, 2012 Electrical System 72,488 mi

2006 MERCEDES BENZ MODEL E350. STRONG FUEL ODOR EMANATING FROM REAR AREA (TRUNK) OF VEHICLE ON THE OUTSIDE. CAR WOULD NOT START AND TOWED BY AAA TO MERCEDES BENZ DEALERSHIP/CAR REPAIR. AAA TOW DRIVER STATED THAT THE ODOR OF GASOLINE WAS SO STRONG HE WAS TEMPTED IN CALLING THE FIRE DEPARTMENT. MER...

Aug 26, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 94,500 mi

STRONG SMELL OF GASOLINE VAPORS INSIDE CABIN WHILE DRIVING AND ALSO WHILE PARKED. GOT HEADACHE WHILE DRIVING FROM FUMES. FIRST NOTICED SMELL OF GASOLINE WHEN I ENTERED MY GARAGE. THEN I NOTICED GASOLINE LEAKING NEAR REAR DRIVER WHEEL. TOWED CAR TO MECHANIC. MECHANIC SAID THERE WAS A LEAK IN THE FUEL...

Aug 26, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 94,500 mi

STRONG SMELL OF GASOLINE VAPORS INSIDE CABIN WHILE DRIVING AND ALSO WHILE PARKED. GOT HEADACHE WHILE DRIVING FROM FUMES. FIRST NOTICED SMELL OF GASOLINE WHEN I ENTERED MY GARAGE. THEN I NOTICED GASOLINE LEAKING NEAR REAR DRIVER WHEEL. TOWED CAR TO MECHANIC. MECHANIC SAID THERE WAS A LEAK IN THE FUEL...

Aug 2, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System

REFERENCE NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: PE12001. SMELL FUEL AFTER FILLING TANK. SMELL NOTICEABLE OUTSIDE CAR. SMELL WOULD GO AWAY WHEN FUEL LEVEL DROPS. 6/22/12, DURING NORMAL MAINTENANCE VISIT AT DEALER, I MENTIONED FUEL SMELL. THEY FOUND FUEL SMELL COMING FROM A LEAKING FUEL PUMP O-RING SEAL. THEY REPLACED...

Aug 2, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System

REFERENCE NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: PE12001. SMELL FUEL AFTER FILLING TANK. SMELL NOTICEABLE OUTSIDE CAR. SMELL WOULD GO AWAY WHEN FUEL LEVEL DROPS. 6/22/12, DURING NORMAL MAINTENANCE VISIT AT DEALER, I MENTIONED FUEL SMELL. THEY FOUND FUEL SMELL COMING FROM A LEAKING FUEL PUMP O-RING SEAL. THEY REPLACED...

Jun 28, 2012 Electrical System 77,000 mi

MY E350 IS 6 YEARS OLD AND HAS 77000 MILES. THE ELECTRICAL WIRING FOR THE SIGNAL LIGHTS HAS DISINTEGRATED EXPOSING BARE WIRES AND CAUSING WIRES TO SHORT-CIRCUIT CREATING AN EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SITUATION THAT PREVENTS THE VEHICLE FROM FUNCTIONING CORRECTLY. THIS IS CREATING A SERIOUS SAFETY HAZARD W...

Jun 28, 2012 Exterior Lighting 77,000 mi

MY E350 IS 6 YEARS OLD AND HAS 77000 MILES. THE ELECTRICAL WIRING FOR THE SIGNAL LIGHTS HAS DISINTEGRATED EXPOSING BARE WIRES AND CAUSING WIRES TO SHORT-CIRCUIT CREATING AN EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SITUATION THAT PREVENTS THE VEHICLE FROM FUNCTIONING CORRECTLY. THIS IS CREATING A SERIOUS SAFETY HAZARD W...

Jun 28, 2012 Electrical System 77,000 mi

MY E350 IS 6 YEARS OLD AND HAS 77000 MILES. THE ELECTRICAL WIRING FOR THE SIGNAL LIGHTS HAS DISINTEGRATED EXPOSING BARE WIRES AND CAUSING WIRES TO SHORT-CIRCUIT CREATING AN EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SITUATION THAT PREVENTS THE VEHICLE FROM FUNCTIONING CORRECTLY. THIS IS CREATING A SERIOUS SAFETY HAZARD W...

Jun 28, 2012 Exterior Lighting 77,000 mi

MY E350 IS 6 YEARS OLD AND HAS 77000 MILES. THE ELECTRICAL WIRING FOR THE SIGNAL LIGHTS HAS DISINTEGRATED EXPOSING BARE WIRES AND CAUSING WIRES TO SHORT-CIRCUIT CREATING AN EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SITUATION THAT PREVENTS THE VEHICLE FROM FUNCTIONING CORRECTLY. THIS IS CREATING A SERIOUS SAFETY HAZARD W...

Jun 23, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 62,850 mi

EVERYTIME I FILL THE CAR UP WITH GAS I SMELL A GAS LEAK COMING FROM THE FUEL PUMP UNDER THE REAR SEAT DRIVERSIDE. *TT

Jun 23, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 62,850 mi

EVERYTIME I FILL THE CAR UP WITH GAS I SMELL A GAS LEAK COMING FROM THE FUEL PUMP UNDER THE REAR SEAT DRIVERSIDE. *TT

Jun 8, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 66,000 mi

FUEL VAPOR LEEK AROUND THE FUEL TANK. IF TANK IS FILLED BEYOND 3/4 A STRONG ODOR OF GAS PERMEATES THE CABIN AS WELL AS THE IMMEDIATE AREA SURROUNDING THE CAR. CAN NOT KEEP IN AN ENCLOSED GARAGE FOR FEAR OF EXPLOSION. *JS

Jun 8, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 66,000 mi

FUEL VAPOR LEEK AROUND THE FUEL TANK. IF TANK IS FILLED BEYOND 3/4 A STRONG ODOR OF GAS PERMEATES THE CABIN AS WELL AS THE IMMEDIATE AREA SURROUNDING THE CAR. CAN NOT KEEP IN AN ENCLOSED GARAGE FOR FEAR OF EXPLOSION. *JS

May 23, 2012 Fuel System, Gasoline

FUEL LEAKING FROM THE PASSENGER SIDE ABOVE BACK TIRE AFTER FILLING FUEL TANK. THE ISSUE STARTED BACK IN JULY 2008 AND HAS PROGRESSIVELY BEEN GETTING WORSE. *TT . UPDATED 11/29/12 *BF UPDATE 11/29/12 UPDATED 12/3/2012 *JS

May 23, 2012 Fuel System, Gasoline

FUEL LEAKING FROM THE PASSENGER SIDE ABOVE BACK TIRE AFTER FILLING FUEL TANK. THE ISSUE STARTED BACK IN JULY 2008 AND HAS PROGRESSIVELY BEEN GETTING WORSE. *TT . UPDATED 11/29/12 *BF UPDATE 11/29/12 UPDATED 12/3/2012 *JS

May 20, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 59,000 mi

STRONG GASOLINE SMELL INSIDE CAR....FUEL SENDING UNIT UNDER REAR SEAT POOLING WITH GASOLINE......OCCURS AT FILLUP AND SMELL REDUCES AS TANK EMPTIES..... *TR

May 20, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 59,000 mi

STRONG GASOLINE SMELL INSIDE CAR....FUEL SENDING UNIT UNDER REAR SEAT POOLING WITH GASOLINE......OCCURS AT FILLUP AND SMELL REDUCES AS TANK EMPTIES..... *TR

Apr 29, 2012 Fuel System, Gasoline 38,000 mi

ON GAS FILLED UP, THE ENTIRE GARAGE SMELL OF STRONG GASOLINE SMELL THAT CAN CAUSE NAUSEA AND DIZZINESS IF GARAGE DOOR IS NOT OPENED TO ALLOW FRESH AIR, MECHANICS SAID THERE IS A LEAK IN THE FUEL SYSTEM AND SIMILAR CAR OWNERS HAVE THE SAME ISSUE. SMELL WILL GO AWAY WHEN THE FUEL LEVEL IS BELOW 7/8 L...

Apr 29, 2012 Fuel System, Gasoline 38,000 mi

ON GAS FILLED UP, THE ENTIRE GARAGE SMELL OF STRONG GASOLINE SMELL THAT CAN CAUSE NAUSEA AND DIZZINESS IF GARAGE DOOR IS NOT OPENED TO ALLOW FRESH AIR, MECHANICS SAID THERE IS A LEAK IN THE FUEL SYSTEM AND SIMILAR CAR OWNERS HAVE THE SAME ISSUE. SMELL WILL GO AWAY WHEN THE FUEL LEVEL IS BELOW 7/8 L...

Apr 13, 2012 Fuel System, Gasoline 48,000 mi

WHENEVER GAS TANK IS FILLED, STRONG GASOLINE SMELL PERSIST AROUND CAR UNTIL FUEL LEVEL DROPS TO 3/4 LEVEL. IF CAR IS PARKED IN A GARAGE, ENTIRE GARAGE HAS EXTREMELY STRONG GASOLINE ODOR. CAR WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP AND DEALER ADVISED THAT FUEL TANK HAS A LEAK WITH NO SAFETY RECALL. THIS IS A S...

Apr 13, 2012 Fuel System, Gasoline 48,000 mi

WHENEVER GAS TANK IS FILLED, STRONG GASOLINE SMELL PERSIST AROUND CAR UNTIL FUEL LEVEL DROPS TO 3/4 LEVEL. IF CAR IS PARKED IN A GARAGE, ENTIRE GARAGE HAS EXTREMELY STRONG GASOLINE ODOR. CAR WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP AND DEALER ADVISED THAT FUEL TANK HAS A LEAK WITH NO SAFETY RECALL. THIS IS A S...

Mar 26, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 57,700 mi

BALANCE SHAFT FAILURE. AT 57,700 MILES THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON WITH CODES 1200/1207 ALSO KNOWN AS P0016 AND P0017. THE BALANCE SHAFT SPROCKET IS EXCESSIVELY WORN DUE TO MANUFACTURER DEFECT KNOWN BY MERCEDES BENZ USA TO BE DUE TO POORLY HARDENED METAL IN THE MANUFACTURE OF THIS PART. MAY CAUSE COMP...

Mar 26, 2012 Power Train 57,700 mi

BALANCE SHAFT FAILURE. AT 57,700 MILES THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON WITH CODES 1200/1207 ALSO KNOWN AS P0016 AND P0017. THE BALANCE SHAFT SPROCKET IS EXCESSIVELY WORN DUE TO MANUFACTURER DEFECT KNOWN BY MERCEDES BENZ USA TO BE DUE TO POORLY HARDENED METAL IN THE MANUFACTURE OF THIS PART. MAY CAUSE COMP...

Mar 26, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 57,700 mi

BALANCE SHAFT FAILURE. AT 57,700 MILES THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON WITH CODES 1200/1207 ALSO KNOWN AS P0016 AND P0017. THE BALANCE SHAFT SPROCKET IS EXCESSIVELY WORN DUE TO MANUFACTURER DEFECT KNOWN BY MERCEDES BENZ USA TO BE DUE TO POORLY HARDENED METAL IN THE MANUFACTURE OF THIS PART. MAY CAUSE COMP...

Mar 26, 2012 Power Train 57,700 mi

BALANCE SHAFT FAILURE. AT 57,700 MILES THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON WITH CODES 1200/1207 ALSO KNOWN AS P0016 AND P0017. THE BALANCE SHAFT SPROCKET IS EXCESSIVELY WORN DUE TO MANUFACTURER DEFECT KNOWN BY MERCEDES BENZ USA TO BE DUE TO POORLY HARDENED METAL IN THE MANUFACTURE OF THIS PART. MAY CAUSE COMP...

Mar 18, 2012 Fuel System, Gasoline 43,000 mi

I FILLED MY GAS TANK AND PARKED IN GARAGE WHEN I RETURNED TO DRIVE VEHICLE I SMELLED GAS IN THE INTERIOR OF THE CAR, I TOOK THE CAR TO MY MERCEDES DEALER AND THEY TOLD ME THAT THE FUEL PUMP LOCATED UNDER THE REAR SEAT HAD A LEAK THAT COULD ONLY BE REPAIRED BY REPLACING THE FUEL PUMP SO I HAD THE PUM...

Mar 18, 2012 Fuel System, Gasoline 43,000 mi

I FILLED MY GAS TANK AND PARKED IN GARAGE WHEN I RETURNED TO DRIVE VEHICLE I SMELLED GAS IN THE INTERIOR OF THE CAR, I TOOK THE CAR TO MY MERCEDES DEALER AND THEY TOLD ME THAT THE FUEL PUMP LOCATED UNDER THE REAR SEAT HAD A LEAK THAT COULD ONLY BE REPAIRED BY REPLACING THE FUEL PUMP SO I HAD THE PUM...

Feb 25, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 98,000 mi

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALERSHIP AND THEY INFORMED ME THAT THE BALANCE SHAFT GEAR, EXHAUST CAMSHAFT POSITION TIMING PROBLEM WAS HAPPENING. COST TO REPAIR IS $7000. WAS TOLD THE ISSUE WAS NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. STARTED TO INVESTIGATE ONLINE AND FOUND OUT THIS IS A WIDESP...

Feb 25, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 98,000 mi

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALERSHIP AND THEY INFORMED ME THAT THE BALANCE SHAFT GEAR, EXHAUST CAMSHAFT POSITION TIMING PROBLEM WAS HAPPENING. COST TO REPAIR IS $7000. WAS TOLD THE ISSUE WAS NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. STARTED TO INVESTIGATE ONLINE AND FOUND OUT THIS IS A WIDESP...

Feb 9, 2012 Power Train 33,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES E350. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH IN REVERSE THE DRIVER HEARD A GRINDING NOISE. THE GRINDING NOISE WAS ALSO PRESENT WHEN MAKING TURNS AT APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MECHANIC STATED THE ...

Feb 9, 2012 Power Train 33,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES E350. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH IN REVERSE THE DRIVER HEARD A GRINDING NOISE. THE GRINDING NOISE WAS ALSO PRESENT WHEN MAKING TURNS AT APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MECHANIC STATED THE ...

Jan 28, 2012 Electrical System 66,750 mi

2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350 CANNOT OPEN THE TRUNNK REMOTELY OR WITH THE LEVER ON THE DRIVERS DOOR, BOTH LICENSE PLATE LIGHTS AND THIRD BRAKE LIGHT NOT WORKING. *TR

Jan 28, 2012 Electrical System 66,750 mi

2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350 CANNOT OPEN THE TRUNNK REMOTELY OR WITH THE LEVER ON THE DRIVERS DOOR, BOTH LICENSE PLATE LIGHTS AND THIRD BRAKE LIGHT NOT WORKING. *TR

Jan 25, 2012 Fuel System, Gasoline 74,575 mi

STRONG GASOLINE ODOR ON FILL UP. PUMP AND SENDING UNIT SEALS REPLACED (MB DEALER DIAGNOSTIC). TANK FAILS PRESSURE TEST. TANK HAS LOST INTEGRITY DUE TO AN AS YET INSPECTED CRACK ON UPPER PORTION (INDEPENDENT MECHANIC). *TR

Jan 25, 2012 Fuel System, Gasoline 74,575 mi

STRONG GASOLINE ODOR ON FILL UP. PUMP AND SENDING UNIT SEALS REPLACED (MB DEALER DIAGNOSTIC). TANK FAILS PRESSURE TEST. TANK HAS LOST INTEGRITY DUE TO AN AS YET INSPECTED CRACK ON UPPER PORTION (INDEPENDENT MECHANIC). *TR

Jan 8, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 66,215 mi

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED FOLLOWED BY ANOTHER LIGHT INDICATING CHECK OIL LEVEL AT NEXT REFUELING. HAD VEHICLE IMMEDIATELY EXAMINED BY MERCEDES BENZ DEALER. ENGINE OIL LEVEL OKAY. NO CODES CAME UP FOR OIL SENSOR. CAR HAS 66,239 MILES. WAS TOLD BY MBZ DEALER THAT BALANCE SHAFT NEEDS REPLACEM...

Jan 8, 2012 Electrical System 66,215 mi

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED FOLLOWED BY ANOTHER LIGHT INDICATING CHECK OIL LEVEL AT NEXT REFUELING. HAD VEHICLE IMMEDIATELY EXAMINED BY MERCEDES BENZ DEALER. ENGINE OIL LEVEL OKAY. NO CODES CAME UP FOR OIL SENSOR. CAR HAS 66,239 MILES. WAS TOLD BY MBZ DEALER THAT BALANCE SHAFT NEEDS REPLACEM...

Jan 8, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 66,215 mi

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED FOLLOWED BY ANOTHER LIGHT INDICATING CHECK OIL LEVEL AT NEXT REFUELING. HAD VEHICLE IMMEDIATELY EXAMINED BY MERCEDES BENZ DEALER. ENGINE OIL LEVEL OKAY. NO CODES CAME UP FOR OIL SENSOR. CAR HAS 66,239 MILES. WAS TOLD BY MBZ DEALER THAT BALANCE SHAFT NEEDS REPLACEM...

Jan 8, 2012 Electrical System 66,215 mi

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED FOLLOWED BY ANOTHER LIGHT INDICATING CHECK OIL LEVEL AT NEXT REFUELING. HAD VEHICLE IMMEDIATELY EXAMINED BY MERCEDES BENZ DEALER. ENGINE OIL LEVEL OKAY. NO CODES CAME UP FOR OIL SENSOR. CAR HAS 66,239 MILES. WAS TOLD BY MBZ DEALER THAT BALANCE SHAFT NEEDS REPLACEM...

Jan 7, 2012 Fuel System, Gasoline 54,000 mi

MERCEDES E350 2006, HAS BAD ODOR OF GAS. I NOTICED AFTER FILLING UP GAS, AND PARKED MY CAR IN GARAGE IN THE MORNING MY WHOLE GARAGE HAD A SMELL OF GAS. I LOOKED AROUND UNDERNEATH AND EVERY WHERE INSIDE OUTSIDE I DON'T SEE ANY LEAK OF GAS. I CAN JUST SMELL GAS FUMES... I HAVE CALLED MERCEDES DEALER H...

Jan 7, 2012 Fuel System, Gasoline 54,000 mi

MERCEDES E350 2006, HAS BAD ODOR OF GAS. I NOTICED AFTER FILLING UP GAS, AND PARKED MY CAR IN GARAGE IN THE MORNING MY WHOLE GARAGE HAD A SMELL OF GAS. I LOOKED AROUND UNDERNEATH AND EVERY WHERE INSIDE OUTSIDE I DON'T SEE ANY LEAK OF GAS. I CAN JUST SMELL GAS FUMES... I HAVE CALLED MERCEDES DEALER H...

Jan 5, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 25,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THE BRAKE FAILED NUMEROUS TIMES WHILE ATTEMPTING TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND A BEEP SOUND WAS HEARD WHILE THE FAILURE OCCURRED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO AVOID A CRASH BY INCREASING THE BRAKE DISTANCE. THE VEHICL...

Jan 5, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 25,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THE BRAKE FAILED NUMEROUS TIMES WHILE ATTEMPTING TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND A BEEP SOUND WAS HEARD WHILE THE FAILURE OCCURRED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO AVOID A CRASH BY INCREASING THE BRAKE DISTANCE. THE VEHICL...

Jan 3, 2012 Power Train 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE FROM A COMPLETE STOP, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT RESPOND. NEITHER THE DEALER NOR THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. A LOCAL MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT...

Jan 3, 2012 Power Train 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE FROM A COMPLETE STOP, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT RESPOND. NEITHER THE DEALER NOR THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. A LOCAL MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT...

Dec 21, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 65,000 mi

CHECK ENGINE CAME ON I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER, THE DEALER STATED THAT IT WAS A FAULTY BALANCE SHAFT GEAR AND I RECEIVED A $5000 (FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS) ESTIMATE FOR REPAIR. I TOOK IT TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, HE TRIED TO REPLACE THE CAMSHAFT EXHAUST BUT THE ENGINE LIGHT WAS STILL ON, HE THEN DETER...

Dec 21, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 65,000 mi

CHECK ENGINE CAME ON I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER, THE DEALER STATED THAT IT WAS A FAULTY BALANCE SHAFT GEAR AND I RECEIVED A $5000 (FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS) ESTIMATE FOR REPAIR. I TOOK IT TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, HE TRIED TO REPLACE THE CAMSHAFT EXHAUST BUT THE ENGINE LIGHT WAS STILL ON, HE THEN DETER...

Dec 19, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 65,000 mi

MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON SO I TOOK IT TO THE MB DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT IT WAS A BALANCE SENSOR LOCATED INSIDE THE ENGINE AND IT COST $7000.00 TO FIX CAUSE THE ENTIRE ENGINE HAS TO BE TAKEN OUT, MY CAR ONLY HAS 70,000 MILES AND I HAVE NOTICED THAT MANY PEOPLE ARE COMPLAINING ABOUT THIS ISSUE ...

Dec 19, 2011 Electrical System 65,000 mi

MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON SO I TOOK IT TO THE MB DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT IT WAS A BALANCE SENSOR LOCATED INSIDE THE ENGINE AND IT COST $7000.00 TO FIX CAUSE THE ENTIRE ENGINE HAS TO BE TAKEN OUT, MY CAR ONLY HAS 70,000 MILES AND I HAVE NOTICED THAT MANY PEOPLE ARE COMPLAINING ABOUT THIS ISSUE ...

Dec 19, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 65,000 mi

MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON SO I TOOK IT TO THE MB DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT IT WAS A BALANCE SENSOR LOCATED INSIDE THE ENGINE AND IT COST $7000.00 TO FIX CAUSE THE ENTIRE ENGINE HAS TO BE TAKEN OUT, MY CAR ONLY HAS 70,000 MILES AND I HAVE NOTICED THAT MANY PEOPLE ARE COMPLAINING ABOUT THIS ISSUE ...

Dec 19, 2011 Electrical System 65,000 mi

MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON SO I TOOK IT TO THE MB DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT IT WAS A BALANCE SENSOR LOCATED INSIDE THE ENGINE AND IT COST $7000.00 TO FIX CAUSE THE ENTIRE ENGINE HAS TO BE TAKEN OUT, MY CAR ONLY HAS 70,000 MILES AND I HAVE NOTICED THAT MANY PEOPLE ARE COMPLAINING ABOUT THIS ISSUE ...

Nov 28, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 30,000 mi

MERCEDES BENZ KNOWS ABOUT THE SBC UNIT WEARING OUT THE BRAKES PREMATURELY YET HAS DONE NOTHING ABOUT IT. THERE HAS BEEN A SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR THE BRAKES ALSO, BUT THIS HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH THE PREMATURE WEAR. THIS HAS TO DO WITH FIXING A BUG IN THE SOFTWARE FOR THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO COME ON AND FOR...

Nov 28, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 30,000 mi

MERCEDES BENZ KNOWS ABOUT THE SBC UNIT WEARING OUT THE BRAKES PREMATURELY YET HAS DONE NOTHING ABOUT IT. THERE HAS BEEN A SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR THE BRAKES ALSO, BUT THIS HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH THE PREMATURE WEAR. THIS HAS TO DO WITH FIXING A BUG IN THE SOFTWARE FOR THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO COME ON AND FOR...

Nov 27, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 74,000 mi

STRONG GASOLINE ODOR WHEN TANK IS FILLED UP. ODOR PERSISTS UNTIL BELOW 3/4. *TR

Nov 27, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 74,000 mi

STRONG GASOLINE ODOR WHEN TANK IS FILLED UP. ODOR PERSISTS UNTIL BELOW 3/4. *TR

Nov 15, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 70,000 mi

FAULTY BALANCE SHIFT AND IDLE GEAR. REPLACED MANY COMPONENTS TO RECTIFY THE ISSUE ONLY TO FIND A STAR BULLETIN WAS AVAILABLE FOR THE FIX. ORIGINAL FOUND WHILE VEHICLE WAS UNDER WARRANTED AND TECHNICIAN FAILED TO FIX. NOW THAT CAR IS OUT OF WARRANTY, WILL INCUR A 6K FIX ON WHAT SEEMS TO BE DEFECTIVE ...

Nov 15, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 70,000 mi

FAULTY BALANCE SHIFT AND IDLE GEAR. REPLACED MANY COMPONENTS TO RECTIFY THE ISSUE ONLY TO FIND A STAR BULLETIN WAS AVAILABLE FOR THE FIX. ORIGINAL FOUND WHILE VEHICLE WAS UNDER WARRANTED AND TECHNICIAN FAILED TO FIX. NOW THAT CAR IS OUT OF WARRANTY, WILL INCUR A 6K FIX ON WHAT SEEMS TO BE DEFECTIVE ...

Oct 18, 2011 Power Train 55,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD SHUTTER, JERK AND LUNGE FORWARD ABNORMALLY WHEN TRAVELING OVER 28 MPH. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED, BUT DENIED ANY ASSISTANCE WITH REPAIRS TO THE DEFECT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE M...

Oct 18, 2011 Power Train 55,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD SHUTTER, JERK AND LUNGE FORWARD ABNORMALLY WHEN TRAVELING OVER 28 MPH. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED, BUT DENIED ANY ASSISTANCE WITH REPAIRS TO THE DEFECT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE M...

Sep 21, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 72,000 mi

ENGINE/TRANSMISSION WAS ACTING JERKY AND SUDDENLY THE CAR LOST POWER TO ENGINE AND THE CAR BROKE ON IT'S OWN DOING CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SWERVE INTO THE OTHER LANE. LUCKILY THERE WERE NO CARS BEHIND OR TO THE SIDE OF ME AS THIS WOULD HAVE SURELY CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. CURRENTLY THERE IS A CLASS AC...

Sep 21, 2011 Power Train 72,000 mi

ENGINE/TRANSMISSION WAS ACTING JERKY AND SUDDENLY THE CAR LOST POWER TO ENGINE AND THE CAR BROKE ON IT'S OWN DOING CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SWERVE INTO THE OTHER LANE. LUCKILY THERE WERE NO CARS BEHIND OR TO THE SIDE OF ME AS THIS WOULD HAVE SURELY CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. CURRENTLY THERE IS A CLASS AC...

Sep 21, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 72,000 mi

ENGINE/TRANSMISSION WAS ACTING JERKY AND SUDDENLY THE CAR LOST POWER TO ENGINE AND THE CAR BROKE ON IT'S OWN DOING CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SWERVE INTO THE OTHER LANE. LUCKILY THERE WERE NO CARS BEHIND OR TO THE SIDE OF ME AS THIS WOULD HAVE SURELY CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. CURRENTLY THERE IS A CLASS AC...

Sep 21, 2011 Power Train 72,000 mi

ENGINE/TRANSMISSION WAS ACTING JERKY AND SUDDENLY THE CAR LOST POWER TO ENGINE AND THE CAR BROKE ON IT'S OWN DOING CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SWERVE INTO THE OTHER LANE. LUCKILY THERE WERE NO CARS BEHIND OR TO THE SIDE OF ME AS THIS WOULD HAVE SURELY CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. CURRENTLY THERE IS A CLASS AC...

Sep 9, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 41,569 mi

A STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE WAS EMITTED BY THE CAR. TAKEN TWO TIMES TO BE REPAIRED, AND THE FAILURE CONTINUED. THE CAR WAS TAKEN BACK TO BE REPAIRED A THIRD TIME. THE DEALER INFORMED THE GAS TANK NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *TR

Sep 9, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 41,569 mi

A STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE WAS EMITTED BY THE CAR. TAKEN TWO TIMES TO BE REPAIRED, AND THE FAILURE CONTINUED. THE CAR WAS TAKEN BACK TO BE REPAIRED A THIRD TIME. THE DEALER INFORMED THE GAS TANK NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *TR

Sep 6, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 40,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER REFUELING THE VEHICLE, A STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE WAS EMITTED. THE ODOR WOULD DISSIPATE ONCE THE AMOUNT OF FUEL WITHIN THE TANK DROPPED BELOW THREE-QUARTERS FULL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE THE FUEL...

Sep 6, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 40,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER REFUELING THE VEHICLE, A STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE WAS EMITTED. THE ODOR WOULD DISSIPATE ONCE THE AMOUNT OF FUEL WITHIN THE TANK DROPPED BELOW THREE-QUARTERS FULL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE THE FUEL...

Sep 3, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 48,090 mi

I JUST WAS ADVISED BY MY MERCEDES ONLY INDEPENDENT GARAGE THAT THE ON-GOING CEL ON MY 2006 E350 (48000 MILES) IS FOR THE CAMSHAFT WEAR MENTIONED IN THIS LAWSUIT. THE MECHANIC ADVISES REPAIR COST IS $6200. HE HAS THE BULLETIN AND HAS SEEN THIS ISSUE IN MULTIPLE CARS. I WILL BE COMPLAINING TO THE NHTS...

Sep 3, 2011 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 48,090 mi

I JUST WAS ADVISED BY MY MERCEDES ONLY INDEPENDENT GARAGE THAT THE ON-GOING CEL ON MY 2006 E350 (48000 MILES) IS FOR THE CAMSHAFT WEAR MENTIONED IN THIS LAWSUIT. THE MECHANIC ADVISES REPAIR COST IS $6200. HE HAS THE BULLETIN AND HAS SEEN THIS ISSUE IN MULTIPLE CARS. I WILL BE COMPLAINING TO THE NHTS...

Sep 3, 2011 Electrical System 48,090 mi

I JUST WAS ADVISED BY MY MERCEDES ONLY INDEPENDENT GARAGE THAT THE ON-GOING CEL ON MY 2006 E350 (48000 MILES) IS FOR THE CAMSHAFT WEAR MENTIONED IN THIS LAWSUIT. THE MECHANIC ADVISES REPAIR COST IS $6200. HE HAS THE BULLETIN AND HAS SEEN THIS ISSUE IN MULTIPLE CARS. I WILL BE COMPLAINING TO THE NHTS...

Sep 3, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 48,090 mi

I JUST WAS ADVISED BY MY MERCEDES ONLY INDEPENDENT GARAGE THAT THE ON-GOING CEL ON MY 2006 E350 (48000 MILES) IS FOR THE CAMSHAFT WEAR MENTIONED IN THIS LAWSUIT. THE MECHANIC ADVISES REPAIR COST IS $6200. HE HAS THE BULLETIN AND HAS SEEN THIS ISSUE IN MULTIPLE CARS. I WILL BE COMPLAINING TO THE NHTS...

Sep 3, 2011 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 48,090 mi

I JUST WAS ADVISED BY MY MERCEDES ONLY INDEPENDENT GARAGE THAT THE ON-GOING CEL ON MY 2006 E350 (48000 MILES) IS FOR THE CAMSHAFT WEAR MENTIONED IN THIS LAWSUIT. THE MECHANIC ADVISES REPAIR COST IS $6200. HE HAS THE BULLETIN AND HAS SEEN THIS ISSUE IN MULTIPLE CARS. I WILL BE COMPLAINING TO THE NHTS...

Sep 3, 2011 Electrical System 48,090 mi

I JUST WAS ADVISED BY MY MERCEDES ONLY INDEPENDENT GARAGE THAT THE ON-GOING CEL ON MY 2006 E350 (48000 MILES) IS FOR THE CAMSHAFT WEAR MENTIONED IN THIS LAWSUIT. THE MECHANIC ADVISES REPAIR COST IS $6200. HE HAS THE BULLETIN AND HAS SEEN THIS ISSUE IN MULTIPLE CARS. I WILL BE COMPLAINING TO THE NHTS...

Aug 31, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 83,000 mi

2006 MERCEDES E350. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON AT 83,000 MILES. DIAGNOSTIC CODE AND INSPECTION FINDS CAMSHAFT PREMATURE WEAR REQUIRING FULL ENGINE REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF PARTS. SERVICE BULLETIN ISSUED BY MERCEDES AND ALSO SEARCH OF INTERNET FINDS NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS OF THIS PROBLEM. CLASS ACTION ...

Aug 31, 2011 Power Train 83,000 mi

2006 MERCEDES E350. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON AT 83,000 MILES. DIAGNOSTIC CODE AND INSPECTION FINDS CAMSHAFT PREMATURE WEAR REQUIRING FULL ENGINE REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF PARTS. SERVICE BULLETIN ISSUED BY MERCEDES AND ALSO SEARCH OF INTERNET FINDS NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS OF THIS PROBLEM. CLASS ACTION ...

Aug 31, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 83,000 mi

2006 MERCEDES E350. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON AT 83,000 MILES. DIAGNOSTIC CODE AND INSPECTION FINDS CAMSHAFT PREMATURE WEAR REQUIRING FULL ENGINE REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF PARTS. SERVICE BULLETIN ISSUED BY MERCEDES AND ALSO SEARCH OF INTERNET FINDS NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS OF THIS PROBLEM. CLASS ACTION ...

Aug 31, 2011 Power Train 83,000 mi

2006 MERCEDES E350. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON AT 83,000 MILES. DIAGNOSTIC CODE AND INSPECTION FINDS CAMSHAFT PREMATURE WEAR REQUIRING FULL ENGINE REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF PARTS. SERVICE BULLETIN ISSUED BY MERCEDES AND ALSO SEARCH OF INTERNET FINDS NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS OF THIS PROBLEM. CLASS ACTION ...

Aug 30, 2011 Suspension 92,303 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 70 MPH WHEN THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT COIL SPRING FRACTURED. THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE DROPPED AND THE CONTACT HAD TO MERGE ONTO THE SHOULDER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO REPLACED BOTH FRONT COIL SPRINGS. THE MANUFACTU...

Aug 30, 2011 Suspension 92,303 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 70 MPH WHEN THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT COIL SPRING FRACTURED. THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE DROPPED AND THE CONTACT HAD TO MERGE ONTO THE SHOULDER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO REPLACED BOTH FRONT COIL SPRINGS. THE MANUFACTU...

Aug 30, 2011 Suspension 92,303 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 70 MPH WHEN THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT COIL SPRING FRACTURED. THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE DROPPED AND THE CONTACT HAD TO MERGE ONTO THE SHOULDER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO REPLACED BOTH FRONT COIL SPRINGS. THE MANUFACTU...

Aug 30, 2011 Suspension 92,303 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 70 MPH WHEN THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT COIL SPRING FRACTURED. THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE DROPPED AND THE CONTACT HAD TO MERGE ONTO THE SHOULDER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO REPLACED BOTH FRONT COIL SPRINGS. THE MANUFACTU...

Aug 22, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 93,111 mi

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON THEN WENT OFF. TOOK TO THE DEALER TOLD CODE WAS FOR GEAR IN THE BALANCE SHAFT AND THAT THE JOB WOULD BE $6000. TOLD ME IT WAS NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR BUT THEY WERE WILLING TO PAY 50%. IF NORMAL WEAR WHY WOULD THEY EVEN PAY. CAR HAD 93K MILES. SEE THAT THIS IS A 2006 MERCE...

Aug 22, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 93,111 mi

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON THEN WENT OFF. TOOK TO THE DEALER TOLD CODE WAS FOR GEAR IN THE BALANCE SHAFT AND THAT THE JOB WOULD BE $6000. TOLD ME IT WAS NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR BUT THEY WERE WILLING TO PAY 50%. IF NORMAL WEAR WHY WOULD THEY EVEN PAY. CAR HAD 93K MILES. SEE THAT THIS IS A 2006 MERCE...

Aug 17, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE "CHECK ENGINE" LIGHT ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL CAME ON. WE TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR MAINTENANCE AND ASKED THEM TO DIAGNOSE THE PROBLEM. WE WERE TOLD THAT IT WAS ASSOCIATED WITH A FAULTY BALANCE SHAFT AND THAT IT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED SOONER THAN LATER OR ELSE IT COULD CAUSE ENTIRE ENGINE TO S...

Aug 17, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE "CHECK ENGINE" LIGHT ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL CAME ON. WE TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR MAINTENANCE AND ASKED THEM TO DIAGNOSE THE PROBLEM. WE WERE TOLD THAT IT WAS ASSOCIATED WITH A FAULTY BALANCE SHAFT AND THAT IT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED SOONER THAN LATER OR ELSE IT COULD CAUSE ENTIRE ENGINE TO S...

Jul 7, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 48,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER SMELLING AN ODOR OF GASOLINE, HE TOOK THE VEHICLE IN FOR INSPECTION. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY A DEALER WHICH ADVISED HIM THAT THE FUEL SENDING UNIT IN THE GAS TANK NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN REPAIR...

Jul 7, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 48,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER SMELLING AN ODOR OF GASOLINE, HE TOOK THE VEHICLE IN FOR INSPECTION. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY A DEALER WHICH ADVISED HIM THAT THE FUEL SENDING UNIT IN THE GAS TANK NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN REPAIR...

May 23, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 54,000 mi

THE MAIN WIRING HARNESS FOR THE ENGINE, LIGHTING, FUEL INJECTION AND REST OF CRITICAL FUNCTIONS OF THE VEHICLE HAS DISINTEGRATED DUE TO A MANUFACTURING DEFECT. THE MANUFACTURER HAS USED AN INFERIOR AND UNSUITABLE INSULATION FOR THE WIRES, WHICH, IS BRITTLE, CRACKING AND FALLING OFF EXPOSING BARE WIR...

May 23, 2011 Exterior Lighting Fire 54,000 mi

THE MAIN WIRING HARNESS FOR THE ENGINE, LIGHTING, FUEL INJECTION AND REST OF CRITICAL FUNCTIONS OF THE VEHICLE HAS DISINTEGRATED DUE TO A MANUFACTURING DEFECT. THE MANUFACTURER HAS USED AN INFERIOR AND UNSUITABLE INSULATION FOR THE WIRES, WHICH, IS BRITTLE, CRACKING AND FALLING OFF EXPOSING BARE WIR...

May 23, 2011 Electrical System Fire 54,000 mi

THE MAIN WIRING HARNESS FOR THE ENGINE, LIGHTING, FUEL INJECTION AND REST OF CRITICAL FUNCTIONS OF THE VEHICLE HAS DISINTEGRATED DUE TO A MANUFACTURING DEFECT. THE MANUFACTURER HAS USED AN INFERIOR AND UNSUITABLE INSULATION FOR THE WIRES, WHICH, IS BRITTLE, CRACKING AND FALLING OFF EXPOSING BARE WIR...

May 23, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 54,000 mi

THE MAIN WIRING HARNESS FOR THE ENGINE, LIGHTING, FUEL INJECTION AND REST OF CRITICAL FUNCTIONS OF THE VEHICLE HAS DISINTEGRATED DUE TO A MANUFACTURING DEFECT. THE MANUFACTURER HAS USED AN INFERIOR AND UNSUITABLE INSULATION FOR THE WIRES, WHICH, IS BRITTLE, CRACKING AND FALLING OFF EXPOSING BARE WIR...

May 23, 2011 Exterior Lighting Fire 54,000 mi

THE MAIN WIRING HARNESS FOR THE ENGINE, LIGHTING, FUEL INJECTION AND REST OF CRITICAL FUNCTIONS OF THE VEHICLE HAS DISINTEGRATED DUE TO A MANUFACTURING DEFECT. THE MANUFACTURER HAS USED AN INFERIOR AND UNSUITABLE INSULATION FOR THE WIRES, WHICH, IS BRITTLE, CRACKING AND FALLING OFF EXPOSING BARE WIR...

May 23, 2011 Electrical System Fire 54,000 mi

THE MAIN WIRING HARNESS FOR THE ENGINE, LIGHTING, FUEL INJECTION AND REST OF CRITICAL FUNCTIONS OF THE VEHICLE HAS DISINTEGRATED DUE TO A MANUFACTURING DEFECT. THE MANUFACTURER HAS USED AN INFERIOR AND UNSUITABLE INSULATION FOR THE WIRES, WHICH, IS BRITTLE, CRACKING AND FALLING OFF EXPOSING BARE WIR...

May 9, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 31,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED AN ABNORMAL GRINDING NOISE AND WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE MECHANIC TEST DROVE THE VEHICLE AND WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A SECOND DEALER WHERE THEY PERF...

May 9, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 31,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED AN ABNORMAL GRINDING NOISE AND WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE MECHANIC TEST DROVE THE VEHICLE AND WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A SECOND DEALER WHERE THEY PERF...

Apr 28, 2011 Suspension 92,300 mi

2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. COIL SPRING FAILURE. I HAD A REAR COIL SPRING FAIL IN NOVEMBER 2010. THEN, A 2ND COIL SPRING FAILURE @ 70MPH, THIS TIME IN THE FRONT. WE WERE VERY FORTUNATE TO NOT HAVE BEEN INVOLVED IN A COLLISION, MBUSA INSISTS THERE ARE NO SERVICE BULLETINS RELATING TO COIL SPR...

Apr 28, 2011 Suspension 92,300 mi

2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. COIL SPRING FAILURE. I HAD A REAR COIL SPRING FAIL IN NOVEMBER 2010. THEN, A 2ND COIL SPRING FAILURE @ 70MPH, THIS TIME IN THE FRONT. WE WERE VERY FORTUNATE TO NOT HAVE BEEN INVOLVED IN A COLLISION, MBUSA INSISTS THERE ARE NO SERVICE BULLETINS RELATING TO COIL SPR...

Apr 20, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 52,000 mi

I OWN A MERCEDES BENZ 2006 E350 AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AT AROUND 54K MILES. HAD IT CHECK OUT AT THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY STATED IT WAS A CAMSHAFT SENSOR, I HAD THEM REPLACE IT AT A COST OF $550. NOW AT 57K MILES THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAS COME ON WITH THE EXACT SAME CODE, CAMSHAFT SENSOR....

Apr 20, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 52,000 mi

I OWN A MERCEDES BENZ 2006 E350 AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AT AROUND 54K MILES. HAD IT CHECK OUT AT THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY STATED IT WAS A CAMSHAFT SENSOR, I HAD THEM REPLACE IT AT A COST OF $550. NOW AT 57K MILES THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAS COME ON WITH THE EXACT SAME CODE, CAMSHAFT SENSOR....

Apr 19, 2011 Wheels 35,100 mi

IT HAPPENED HAPPENED THAT WHEN WHEELS CAME IN CONTACT WITH A POT-HOLE, THE RIM BENT, DAMAGED TIRE, AND DRAGGED THE CAR. FIRST TIME IT HAPPENED AT 35100 MILES ON FEBRUARY 15, 2009 TO THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL, AND SECOND TIME AT 42300 MILEAGE ON MARCH 13, 2010 TO THE FRONT DRIVER-SIDE WHEEL. R...

Apr 19, 2011 Wheels 35,100 mi

IT HAPPENED HAPPENED THAT WHEN WHEELS CAME IN CONTACT WITH A POT-HOLE, THE RIM BENT, DAMAGED TIRE, AND DRAGGED THE CAR. FIRST TIME IT HAPPENED AT 35100 MILES ON FEBRUARY 15, 2009 TO THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL, AND SECOND TIME AT 42300 MILEAGE ON MARCH 13, 2010 TO THE FRONT DRIVER-SIDE WHEEL. R...

Mar 17, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 72,000 mi

FAILURE OF THE BALANCE SHAFT (DEFECTIVE) CAUSING LOSS OF ENGINE TIMING AND ENGINE SKIPS AND STALLS. MERCEDES BENZ HAS CONCEDED IN TECH BULLETINS TO THEIR DEALER REPAIR SHOPS THAT THIS IS A COMMON DEFECT FOR 2005-2007 E-350 AND OTHER MODELS. THE DEALER REPAIRED MY CAR AND MB PAID 60% OF THE BILL AS...

Mar 17, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 72,000 mi

FAILURE OF THE BALANCE SHAFT (DEFECTIVE) CAUSING LOSS OF ENGINE TIMING AND ENGINE SKIPS AND STALLS. MERCEDES BENZ HAS CONCEDED IN TECH BULLETINS TO THEIR DEALER REPAIR SHOPS THAT THIS IS A COMMON DEFECT FOR 2005-2007 E-350 AND OTHER MODELS. THE DEALER REPAIRED MY CAR AND MB PAID 60% OF THE BILL AS...

Mar 2, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 121,000 mi

2006 MERCEDES BENZ M272/M273 ENGINE. *BALANCE SHAFT ISSUE* OUR 2006 E350 MERCEDES BENZ WAS JUST DIAGNOSED THAT IT NEEDED THE BALANCE SHAFT REPLACED, A $5000-$8000 DOLLAR REPAIR. AFTER DOING SOME RESEARCH I HAVE FOUND THAT MANY MERCEDES COSTUMERS HAVE EXPERIENCED THE SAME PROBLEM. INFACT A CLASS ACTI...

Mar 2, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 121,000 mi

2006 MERCEDES BENZ M272/M273 ENGINE. *BALANCE SHAFT ISSUE* OUR 2006 E350 MERCEDES BENZ WAS JUST DIAGNOSED THAT IT NEEDED THE BALANCE SHAFT REPLACED, A $5000-$8000 DOLLAR REPAIR. AFTER DOING SOME RESEARCH I HAVE FOUND THAT MANY MERCEDES COSTUMERS HAVE EXPERIENCED THE SAME PROBLEM. INFACT A CLASS ACTI...

Feb 25, 2011 Electrical System

2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350W. CONSUMER STATES PROBLEM WITH LICENSE PLATE LIGHTS NOT WORKING AND THIRD BRAKE LIGHT STOPPED AS WELL. CONSUMER WAS NOTIFIED BY DEALER THAT THIS HAPPENS TO VEHICLES WITH AUTOMATIC TRUNK OPENING AND CLOSING *TGW THE DEALER INFORMED THE CONSUMER THAT THE ELECTRIC CABLE FROM TH...

Feb 25, 2011 Electrical System

2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350W. CONSUMER STATES PROBLEM WITH LICENSE PLATE LIGHTS NOT WORKING AND THIRD BRAKE LIGHT STOPPED AS WELL. CONSUMER WAS NOTIFIED BY DEALER THAT THIS HAPPENS TO VEHICLES WITH AUTOMATIC TRUNK OPENING AND CLOSING *TGW THE DEALER INFORMED THE CONSUMER THAT THE ELECTRIC CABLE FROM TH...

Feb 17, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 83,275 mi

2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350 4MATIC WAGON. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT DIAGNOSIS. CAMSHAFT TIMING RETARDED. VEHICLE NEEDS BALANCE SHAFT GEAR (WORN OUT). ESTIMATED COST OF REPAIR - $5,643.00. POTENTIAL CATASTROPHIC INCIDENT COULD HAPPEN AT ANYTIME. VEHICLE COULD MESS UP GEAR/TIMING CHAIN AND CAUSE ENGINE TO FAI...

Feb 17, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 83,275 mi

2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350 4MATIC WAGON. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT DIAGNOSIS. CAMSHAFT TIMING RETARDED. VEHICLE NEEDS BALANCE SHAFT GEAR (WORN OUT). ESTIMATED COST OF REPAIR - $5,643.00. POTENTIAL CATASTROPHIC INCIDENT COULD HAPPEN AT ANYTIME. VEHICLE COULD MESS UP GEAR/TIMING CHAIN AND CAUSE ENGINE TO FAI...

Jan 13, 2011 Power Train 70,000 mi

I HAVE HAD MY MERCEDES E350 FOR ABOUT 6 MONTHS. I PURCHASED USED AND THE CAR CURRENTLY HAS 70,000 MILES ON IT. I GOT A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND HAVE TAKEN THE CAR TO 3 MECHANICS. THE FAULT CODES COME UP AS P00017 AND P00018. THEY ARE TELLING ME I NEED TO REMOVE THE ENGINE AND REBUILD THE CAMSHAFT...

Jan 13, 2011 Power Train 70,000 mi

I HAVE HAD MY MERCEDES E350 FOR ABOUT 6 MONTHS. I PURCHASED USED AND THE CAR CURRENTLY HAS 70,000 MILES ON IT. I GOT A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND HAVE TAKEN THE CAR TO 3 MECHANICS. THE FAULT CODES COME UP AS P00017 AND P00018. THEY ARE TELLING ME I NEED TO REMOVE THE ENGINE AND REBUILD THE CAMSHAFT...

Nov 18, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 33,000 mi

FUEL TANK SEALS ARE LEAKING CAUSING A SAFETY HAZARD. WHEN I PARK IN MY GARAGE THERE IS A GASOLINE SMELL. THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER OPERATES AT A HIGH TEMP. MAKING THE CAR UNSAFE IN A CLOSED IN PLACE. DEALER MERCEDES-BENZ OF NORTH PALM BEACH SAID THIS IS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY. THE REPAIR COST IS $...

Nov 18, 2010 Wheels 33,000 mi

FUEL TANK SEALS ARE LEAKING CAUSING A SAFETY HAZARD. WHEN I PARK IN MY GARAGE THERE IS A GASOLINE SMELL. THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER OPERATES AT A HIGH TEMP. MAKING THE CAR UNSAFE IN A CLOSED IN PLACE. DEALER MERCEDES-BENZ OF NORTH PALM BEACH SAID THIS IS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY. THE REPAIR COST IS $...

Nov 18, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 33,000 mi

FUEL TANK SEALS ARE LEAKING CAUSING A SAFETY HAZARD. WHEN I PARK IN MY GARAGE THERE IS A GASOLINE SMELL. THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER OPERATES AT A HIGH TEMP. MAKING THE CAR UNSAFE IN A CLOSED IN PLACE. DEALER MERCEDES-BENZ OF NORTH PALM BEACH SAID THIS IS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY. THE REPAIR COST IS $...

Nov 18, 2010 Wheels 33,000 mi

FUEL TANK SEALS ARE LEAKING CAUSING A SAFETY HAZARD. WHEN I PARK IN MY GARAGE THERE IS A GASOLINE SMELL. THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER OPERATES AT A HIGH TEMP. MAKING THE CAR UNSAFE IN A CLOSED IN PLACE. DEALER MERCEDES-BENZ OF NORTH PALM BEACH SAID THIS IS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY. THE REPAIR COST IS $...

Sep 28, 2010 Air Bags 45,000 mi

SIDE AND CURTAIN AIRBAGS DEPLOYED UNEXPECTEDLY WHEN STOPPING AT TRAFFIC LIGHT. NO IMPACT. *TR

Sep 28, 2010 Air Bags 45,000 mi

SIDE AND CURTAIN AIRBAGS DEPLOYED UNEXPECTEDLY WHEN STOPPING AT TRAFFIC LIGHT. NO IMPACT. *TR

Aug 25, 2010 Power Train 41,474 mi

2006 E MERCEDES BENZ AT RANDOM, IN AN ATTEMPT TO ACCELERATE AFTER SLOWING DOWN OR STOPPIN THE VEHICLE WILL NOT ACCELERATE TO SUFFICIENT SPEED. MERCEDES BENZ HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO LOCATE THE PROBLEM. THIS HAS PRESENTED A DANGER FOR OTHERS AND MYSELF ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. *TR

Aug 25, 2010 Power Train 41,474 mi

2006 E MERCEDES BENZ AT RANDOM, IN AN ATTEMPT TO ACCELERATE AFTER SLOWING DOWN OR STOPPIN THE VEHICLE WILL NOT ACCELERATE TO SUFFICIENT SPEED. MERCEDES BENZ HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO LOCATE THE PROBLEM. THIS HAS PRESENTED A DANGER FOR OTHERS AND MYSELF ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. *TR

Aug 7, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 30,290 mi

ON MARCH 26TH AT 950 AM. MY E 350 MERCEDES BENZ 2006, ACCELERATED ON IT OWN ,CAUSING ME TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE CAR AND CAUSING AN ACCIDENT. THE BRAKES DID NOT WORK. I HIT A TRACTOR TRAILER AND A UTILITY POLE.. THE CAR WAS TOTALED AND I HAD INJURIES TO MY HANDS AND NECK. THE CAR WAS GOING AT HI...

Aug 7, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 30,290 mi

ON MARCH 26TH AT 950 AM. MY E 350 MERCEDES BENZ 2006, ACCELERATED ON IT OWN ,CAUSING ME TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE CAR AND CAUSING AN ACCIDENT. THE BRAKES DID NOT WORK. I HIT A TRACTOR TRAILER AND A UTILITY POLE.. THE CAR WAS TOTALED AND I HAD INJURIES TO MY HANDS AND NECK. THE CAR WAS GOING AT HI...

Jul 22, 2010 Suspension 70,000 mi

2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350 AIRMATIC SUSPENSION PUMP AND RELAY. WARNING LIGHT ON CLUSTER. CAR BECOMES INOPERABLE. $1200 REPAIR COST FOR PUMP FAILURE. *TR

Jul 22, 2010 Suspension 70,000 mi

2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350 AIRMATIC SUSPENSION PUMP AND RELAY. WARNING LIGHT ON CLUSTER. CAR BECOMES INOPERABLE. $1200 REPAIR COST FOR PUMP FAILURE. *TR

May 27, 2010 Tires 54,000 mi

PREMATURE WEAR ON THE INSIDE CORNER OF MY TIRES. THIS WAS ULTIMATELY DISCOVERED ON ALL FOUR TIRES. THIS LEAD TO BELT SEPARATION ON ALL TIRES AND A LOST OF BELTING ON THE LEFT FRONT OF THE CAR THAT CAUSED DRIVER SURPRISE THAT DEMANDED A DRAMATIC EMERGENCY STOP. THIS EXPOSED ME TO HIGHWAY TRAFFIC A...

May 27, 2010 Tires 54,000 mi

PREMATURE WEAR ON THE INSIDE CORNER OF MY TIRES. THIS WAS ULTIMATELY DISCOVERED ON ALL FOUR TIRES. THIS LEAD TO BELT SEPARATION ON ALL TIRES AND A LOST OF BELTING ON THE LEFT FRONT OF THE CAR THAT CAUSED DRIVER SURPRISE THAT DEMANDED A DRAMATIC EMERGENCY STOP. THIS EXPOSED ME TO HIGHWAY TRAFFIC A...

Apr 16, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 30,290 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE DRIVER APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. THE CONTACT SUFFERED INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VHEICLE HAD NOT BEEN IN...

Apr 16, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 30,290 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE DRIVER APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. THE CONTACT SUFFERED INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VHEICLE HAD NOT BEEN IN...

Feb 16, 2010 Electrical System 47,304 mi

CAR'S (MERCEDES BENZ E350 SDN 2006) FUEL GAUGE SHOWED THAT THE TANK WAS HALF FULL. ABOUT TEN MINUTES INTO THE DRIVE, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED AUTOMATICALLY FROM 65 MPH TO 0 MPH. POLICE WERE CALLED TO PREVENT A PILE ON CRASH. TOWED CAR TO DEALER WHO FOUND THAT THERE WAS A GAUGE MALFUNCTION. REPLACED ...

Feb 16, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 47,304 mi

CAR'S (MERCEDES BENZ E350 SDN 2006) FUEL GAUGE SHOWED THAT THE TANK WAS HALF FULL. ABOUT TEN MINUTES INTO THE DRIVE, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED AUTOMATICALLY FROM 65 MPH TO 0 MPH. POLICE WERE CALLED TO PREVENT A PILE ON CRASH. TOWED CAR TO DEALER WHO FOUND THAT THERE WAS A GAUGE MALFUNCTION. REPLACED ...

Feb 16, 2010 Electrical System 47,304 mi

CAR'S (MERCEDES BENZ E350 SDN 2006) FUEL GAUGE SHOWED THAT THE TANK WAS HALF FULL. ABOUT TEN MINUTES INTO THE DRIVE, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED AUTOMATICALLY FROM 65 MPH TO 0 MPH. POLICE WERE CALLED TO PREVENT A PILE ON CRASH. TOWED CAR TO DEALER WHO FOUND THAT THERE WAS A GAUGE MALFUNCTION. REPLACED ...

Feb 16, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 47,304 mi

CAR'S (MERCEDES BENZ E350 SDN 2006) FUEL GAUGE SHOWED THAT THE TANK WAS HALF FULL. ABOUT TEN MINUTES INTO THE DRIVE, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED AUTOMATICALLY FROM 65 MPH TO 0 MPH. POLICE WERE CALLED TO PREVENT A PILE ON CRASH. TOWED CAR TO DEALER WHO FOUND THAT THERE WAS A GAUGE MALFUNCTION. REPLACED ...

Feb 13, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 70,000 mi

MOTOR OIL LEAKING FROM CAMSHAFT PLUGS AND FROM CAMSHAFT SENSORS LEAKING ON TO HOT MOTOR AND ON TO HOT EXHAUST COMPONENTS CREATING SMOKE WHICH ENTERS THE HEATING/COOLING SYSTEM CAUSING THE NEED TO OPEN WINDOWS IN WINTER. HAVE REPLACED TWO CAMSHAFT PLUGS AT ABOUT 12 MONTHS AGO AT ABOUT 70,000 MILES A...

Feb 13, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 70,000 mi

MOTOR OIL LEAKING FROM CAMSHAFT PLUGS AND FROM CAMSHAFT SENSORS LEAKING ON TO HOT MOTOR AND ON TO HOT EXHAUST COMPONENTS CREATING SMOKE WHICH ENTERS THE HEATING/COOLING SYSTEM CAUSING THE NEED TO OPEN WINDOWS IN WINTER. HAVE REPLACED TWO CAMSHAFT PLUGS AT ABOUT 12 MONTHS AGO AT ABOUT 70,000 MILES A...

Feb 2, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 94,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL PUMP WHICH IS LOCATED UNDER THE DRIVERS SEAT WAS LEAKING. THE SEATS AND THE CARPET WERE SATURATED WITH FUEL DUE TO THE LEAK. THE DEALER REPAIRED THE FUEL PUMP THAT WAS LEAKING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED AFTER THE...

Feb 2, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 94,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL PUMP WHICH IS LOCATED UNDER THE DRIVERS SEAT WAS LEAKING. THE SEATS AND THE CARPET WERE SATURATED WITH FUEL DUE TO THE LEAK. THE DEALER REPAIRED THE FUEL PUMP THAT WAS LEAKING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED AFTER THE...

Jan 5, 2010 Air Bags 86,605 mi

SRS SYSTEM SHUT DOWN ON 2006 MERCEDES BENZ 350E 4-MATIC. LIGHT CAME ON DASH NOTIFYING ME OF THE FAILURE OF THE SYSTEM. TOOK TO DEALER WHO INFORMED ME OF CODE 9103 "RESISTANCE IN DRIVERS AIRBAG" INFORMED THAT HARNESS IN STEERING COLUMN WAS DESIGNED TOO SHORT AND WHEN STEERING WHEEL IS TELESC...

Jan 5, 2010 Air Bags 86,605 mi

SRS SYSTEM SHUT DOWN ON 2006 MERCEDES BENZ 350E 4-MATIC. LIGHT CAME ON DASH NOTIFYING ME OF THE FAILURE OF THE SYSTEM. TOOK TO DEALER WHO INFORMED ME OF CODE 9103 "RESISTANCE IN DRIVERS AIRBAG" INFORMED THAT HARNESS IN STEERING COLUMN WAS DESIGNED TOO SHORT AND WHEN STEERING WHEEL IS TELESC...

Jan 5, 2010 Electrical System 86,605 mi

SRS SYSTEM SHUT DOWN ON 2006 MERCEDES BENZ 350E 4-MATIC. LIGHT CAME ON DASH NOTIFYING ME OF THE FAILURE OF THE SYSTEM. TOOK TO DEALER WHO INFORMED ME OF CODE 9103 "RESISTANCE IN DRIVERS AIRBAG" INFORMED THAT HARNESS IN STEERING COLUMN WAS DESIGNED TOO SHORT AND WHEN STEERING WHEEL IS TELESC...

Jan 5, 2010 Air Bags 86,605 mi

SRS SYSTEM SHUT DOWN ON 2006 MERCEDES BENZ 350E 4-MATIC. LIGHT CAME ON DASH NOTIFYING ME OF THE FAILURE OF THE SYSTEM. TOOK TO DEALER WHO INFORMED ME OF CODE 9103 "RESISTANCE IN DRIVERS AIRBAG" INFORMED THAT HARNESS IN STEERING COLUMN WAS DESIGNED TOO SHORT AND WHEN STEERING WHEEL IS TELESC...

Jan 5, 2010 Air Bags 86,605 mi

SRS SYSTEM SHUT DOWN ON 2006 MERCEDES BENZ 350E 4-MATIC. LIGHT CAME ON DASH NOTIFYING ME OF THE FAILURE OF THE SYSTEM. TOOK TO DEALER WHO INFORMED ME OF CODE 9103 "RESISTANCE IN DRIVERS AIRBAG" INFORMED THAT HARNESS IN STEERING COLUMN WAS DESIGNED TOO SHORT AND WHEN STEERING WHEEL IS TELESC...

Jan 5, 2010 Electrical System 86,605 mi

SRS SYSTEM SHUT DOWN ON 2006 MERCEDES BENZ 350E 4-MATIC. LIGHT CAME ON DASH NOTIFYING ME OF THE FAILURE OF THE SYSTEM. TOOK TO DEALER WHO INFORMED ME OF CODE 9103 "RESISTANCE IN DRIVERS AIRBAG" INFORMED THAT HARNESS IN STEERING COLUMN WAS DESIGNED TOO SHORT AND WHEN STEERING WHEEL IS TELESC...

Nov 3, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 87,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT CONTROL PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP AND A TECHNICIAN CONCLUDED THAT THE TIMING CHAIN CAM-SHAFT FAILED. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 87000.

Nov 3, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 87,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT CONTROL PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP AND A TECHNICIAN CONCLUDED THAT THE TIMING CHAIN CAM-SHAFT FAILED. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 87000.

Sep 23, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 45,000 mi

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT OCCURRED AT 45000 MILES AND REMAINS ACTIVE TO DATE. DURING THE FIRST OCCURRENCE THE DEALER PERFORMED AN INSPECTION OF THE VEHICLE, REPORTED NO ISSUES, AND ADVISED THAT THE LIGHT SHOULD BE IGNORED AS A FALSE ALARM. SUBSEQUENT TO THE INITIAL INSPECTION THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN IN FOR S...

Sep 23, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 45,000 mi

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT OCCURRED AT 45000 MILES AND REMAINS ACTIVE TO DATE. DURING THE FIRST OCCURRENCE THE DEALER PERFORMED AN INSPECTION OF THE VEHICLE, REPORTED NO ISSUES, AND ADVISED THAT THE LIGHT SHOULD BE IGNORED AS A FALSE ALARM. SUBSEQUENT TO THE INITIAL INSPECTION THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN IN FOR S...

Jun 18, 2009 Steering

SEVERAL SERVICE BULLETINS ON MERCEDES-BENZ E350'S. TO INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO KNOCKING/RUMBLING BULL.#10016629. DEALER SAYS THAT ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS. PLEASE ASSIST. *TR

Jun 18, 2009 Suspension

SEVERAL SERVICE BULLETINS ON MERCEDES-BENZ E350'S. TO INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO KNOCKING/RUMBLING BULL.#10016629. DEALER SAYS THAT ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS. PLEASE ASSIST. *TR

Jun 18, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

SEVERAL SERVICE BULLETINS ON MERCEDES-BENZ E350'S. TO INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO KNOCKING/RUMBLING BULL.#10016629. DEALER SAYS THAT ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS. PLEASE ASSIST. *TR

Jun 18, 2009 Equipment

SEVERAL SERVICE BULLETINS ON MERCEDES-BENZ E350'S. TO INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO KNOCKING/RUMBLING BULL.#10016629. DEALER SAYS THAT ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS. PLEASE ASSIST. *TR

Jun 18, 2009 Steering

SEVERAL SERVICE BULLETINS ON MERCEDES-BENZ E350'S. TO INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO KNOCKING/RUMBLING BULL.#10016629. DEALER SAYS THAT ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS. PLEASE ASSIST. *TR

Jun 18, 2009 Suspension

SEVERAL SERVICE BULLETINS ON MERCEDES-BENZ E350'S. TO INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO KNOCKING/RUMBLING BULL.#10016629. DEALER SAYS THAT ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS. PLEASE ASSIST. *TR

Jun 18, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

SEVERAL SERVICE BULLETINS ON MERCEDES-BENZ E350'S. TO INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO KNOCKING/RUMBLING BULL.#10016629. DEALER SAYS THAT ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS. PLEASE ASSIST. *TR

Jun 18, 2009 Equipment

SEVERAL SERVICE BULLETINS ON MERCEDES-BENZ E350'S. TO INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO KNOCKING/RUMBLING BULL.#10016629. DEALER SAYS THAT ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS. PLEASE ASSIST. *TR

Jun 10, 2009 Air Bags Crash

MY MERCEDES-BENZ E350, 2006 MODEL GOT AN ACCIDENT ON MAR 20, 2009. MY CAR WAS PUSHED BY THE BACK CAR INTO THE FRONT SUV AND SLID INTO SUV'S BOTTOM. MY CAR WAS TOTAL DAMAGED. MY SEAT BELT WAS STUCK. MY CAR'S FRONT HOOD WAS PUCKERED UP AND BACK BUMPER WAS PUSHED ALMOST 90 DEGREE. BUT MY DRIVER'S AIRBA...

Jun 10, 2009 Air Bags Crash

MY MERCEDES-BENZ E350, 2006 MODEL GOT AN ACCIDENT ON MAR 20, 2009. MY CAR WAS PUSHED BY THE BACK CAR INTO THE FRONT SUV AND SLID INTO SUV'S BOTTOM. MY CAR WAS TOTAL DAMAGED. MY SEAT BELT WAS STUCK. MY CAR'S FRONT HOOD WAS PUCKERED UP AND BACK BUMPER WAS PUSHED ALMOST 90 DEGREE. BUT MY DRIVER'S AIRBA...

Jan 15, 2009 Tires 5,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE VEHICLE HAS A SET OF CONTINENTAL TIRES. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, TWO TIRES FAILED BEYOND REPAIR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WERE AT LEAST 3,000 MILES ON THE TIRES. THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT BEEN NOTIFIED. THE VIN, TIRE LINE, SIZE, AND DOT NUMBER...

Jan 15, 2009 Tires 5,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE VEHICLE HAS A SET OF CONTINENTAL TIRES. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, TWO TIRES FAILED BEYOND REPAIR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WERE AT LEAST 3,000 MILES ON THE TIRES. THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT BEEN NOTIFIED. THE VIN, TIRE LINE, SIZE, AND DOT NUMBER...

Dec 30, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 40,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN JERKING VIOLENTLY. THE JERKING WOULD INTENSIFY WHENEVER THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE TACHOMETER GAUGE DISPLAYED BETWEEN 50-70 IN THE RED ZONE WHENEVER SHE DEPRESSED THE ACCELERATOR PED...

Dec 30, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 40,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN JERKING VIOLENTLY. THE JERKING WOULD INTENSIFY WHENEVER THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE TACHOMETER GAUGE DISPLAYED BETWEEN 50-70 IN THE RED ZONE WHENEVER SHE DEPRESSED THE ACCELERATOR PED...

Sep 17, 2008 Seats 10,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350 WAGON. WHENEVER THE CONTACT PLACES THE VEHICLE INTO WAGON MODE, SHE IS UNABLE TO ADJUST THE PASSENGER SEAT IN ORDER TO ALLOW A PASSENGER TO SAFELY TRAVEL IN THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS MANUFACTURED IN THAT PARTICULAR MANNER. TH...

Sep 17, 2008 Seats 10,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350 WAGON. WHENEVER THE CONTACT PLACES THE VEHICLE INTO WAGON MODE, SHE IS UNABLE TO ADJUST THE PASSENGER SEAT IN ORDER TO ALLOW A PASSENGER TO SAFELY TRAVEL IN THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS MANUFACTURED IN THAT PARTICULAR MANNER. TH...

Sep 5, 2008 Power Train 21,400 mi

THE TRANSMISSION (7 SPEED) IN MY MERCEDES E350 WAGON EXPERIENCED A "VALVE BODY" FAILURE THAT DISABLES ALL STEERING BOOST, BRAKE BOOST, ABS SYSTEM, ESP SYSTEMS AND TRANSMISSION CONTROL. THIS FAILURE IF IT OCCURS DURING TRAVEL WILL MAKE IN ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE TO STEER OR BRAKE OR CONTROL THE TRANSMISSIO...

Sep 5, 2008 Power Train 21,400 mi

THE TRANSMISSION (7 SPEED) IN MY MERCEDES E350 WAGON EXPERIENCED A "VALVE BODY" FAILURE THAT DISABLES ALL STEERING BOOST, BRAKE BOOST, ABS SYSTEM, ESP SYSTEMS AND TRANSMISSION CONTROL. THIS FAILURE IF IT OCCURS DURING TRAVEL WILL MAKE IN ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE TO STEER OR BRAKE OR CONTROL THE TRANSMISSIO...

Feb 25, 2008 Power Train 2,000 mi

I HAD MY CAR MAYBE 2 MONTHS BEFORE I STARTED HAVING PROBLEMS TRANSMISSION FIRST THEY SAID A TRANSMISSION MODULE WAS BURNED OUT AND IT HAD A RECALL I TOOK IT BACK SEVERAL TIMES I WASN'T NOTIFIED OF THIS ISSUE BUT KEPT HAVING IT. (PARK PLACE DALLAS) THEN I TOOK IT TO AUSTIN THEY WORKED ON IT SEV...

Feb 25, 2008 Electrical System 2,000 mi

I HAD MY CAR MAYBE 2 MONTHS BEFORE I STARTED HAVING PROBLEMS TRANSMISSION FIRST THEY SAID A TRANSMISSION MODULE WAS BURNED OUT AND IT HAD A RECALL I TOOK IT BACK SEVERAL TIMES I WASN'T NOTIFIED OF THIS ISSUE BUT KEPT HAVING IT. (PARK PLACE DALLAS) THEN I TOOK IT TO AUSTIN THEY WORKED ON IT SEV...

Feb 25, 2008 Power Train 2,000 mi

I HAD MY CAR MAYBE 2 MONTHS BEFORE I STARTED HAVING PROBLEMS TRANSMISSION FIRST THEY SAID A TRANSMISSION MODULE WAS BURNED OUT AND IT HAD A RECALL I TOOK IT BACK SEVERAL TIMES I WASN'T NOTIFIED OF THIS ISSUE BUT KEPT HAVING IT. (PARK PLACE DALLAS) THEN I TOOK IT TO AUSTIN THEY WORKED ON IT SEV...

Feb 25, 2008 Electrical System 2,000 mi

I HAD MY CAR MAYBE 2 MONTHS BEFORE I STARTED HAVING PROBLEMS TRANSMISSION FIRST THEY SAID A TRANSMISSION MODULE WAS BURNED OUT AND IT HAD A RECALL I TOOK IT BACK SEVERAL TIMES I WASN'T NOTIFIED OF THIS ISSUE BUT KEPT HAVING IT. (PARK PLACE DALLAS) THEN I TOOK IT TO AUSTIN THEY WORKED ON IT SEV...

Aug 21, 2007 Tires

MY CAR, A 2006 MERCEDES E350 HAS HAD FOUR (4) FLAT TIRES IN ABOUT ONE YEAR'S TIME. I HAVE HAD DISCUSSIONS WITH AT LEAST THREE OTHER PEOPLE WHO HAVE EXPERIENCED THE SAME ISSUE WITH THEIR MERCEDES'. I HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT THIS IS DUE TO THE LOW PROFILE TIRES ON THE CAR. THEY SUPPOSEDLY PROVIDE BETTER H...

Aug 21, 2007 Tires

MY CAR, A 2006 MERCEDES E350 HAS HAD FOUR (4) FLAT TIRES IN ABOUT ONE YEAR'S TIME. I HAVE HAD DISCUSSIONS WITH AT LEAST THREE OTHER PEOPLE WHO HAVE EXPERIENCED THE SAME ISSUE WITH THEIR MERCEDES'. I HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT THIS IS DUE TO THE LOW PROFILE TIRES ON THE CAR. THEY SUPPOSEDLY PROVIDE BETTER H...

Jul 31, 2007 Power Train 27,623 mi

MY MERCEDES BENZ E-350 HAS INTERMITTENTLY EXPERIENCED PROBLEMS WITH ITS 7-SPEED TRANSMISSION. THE TRANSMISSION LOCKS UP IN A HIGH GEAR AND WILL NOT SHIFT EITHER AUTOMATICALLY OR MANUALLY. THE ONLY WAY TO CLEAR THE PROBLEM IS TO TURN OFF THE ENGINE AND RESTART. TWICE IN THE LAST WEEK IT HAS RESULT...

Jul 31, 2007 Power Train 27,623 mi

MY MERCEDES BENZ E-350 HAS INTERMITTENTLY EXPERIENCED PROBLEMS WITH ITS 7-SPEED TRANSMISSION. THE TRANSMISSION LOCKS UP IN A HIGH GEAR AND WILL NOT SHIFT EITHER AUTOMATICALLY OR MANUALLY. THE ONLY WAY TO CLEAR THE PROBLEM IS TO TURN OFF THE ENGINE AND RESTART. TWICE IN THE LAST WEEK IT HAS RESULT...

May 9, 2007 Structure 15,500 mi

THE CLEAR COAT PAINT ON THE 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350 AWD IS PEELING ON THE LOWER RIGHT REAR DOOR.*AK

May 9, 2007 Structure 15,500 mi

THE CLEAR COAT PAINT ON THE 2006 MERCEDES BENZ E350 AWD IS PEELING ON THE LOWER RIGHT REAR DOOR.*AK

Feb 9, 2007 Visibility 29,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY MERCEDES E350 ON THE HIGHWAY AT 60 MPH WHEN I HEARD AN EXPLOSION. THE SUNROOF HAD EXPLODED WHILE I WAS DRIVING AND SHOWERED GLASS SHARDS INTO THE INTERIOR. MOST OF THE GLASS LANDED IN THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. WE COULD NOT FIND ANY ROCKS OR THE LIKE INSIDE THE VEHICLE AFTERWARDS. ...

Feb 9, 2007 Visibility 29,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY MERCEDES E350 ON THE HIGHWAY AT 60 MPH WHEN I HEARD AN EXPLOSION. THE SUNROOF HAD EXPLODED WHILE I WAS DRIVING AND SHOWERED GLASS SHARDS INTO THE INTERIOR. MOST OF THE GLASS LANDED IN THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. WE COULD NOT FIND ANY ROCKS OR THE LIKE INSIDE THE VEHICLE AFTERWARDS. ...

Jan 23, 2007 Electrical System 10,000 mi

CAR WILL NOT START. THE CAR IS 8 MONTHS OLD AND THERE IS AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM OF SORTS THAT WILL CAUSE THE RADIO TO DIE, NAVIGATION SYSTEM TO DIE, PHONE ON MASTER PANEL TO DIE AND THEN POWER STEERING WILL BE LOST. WITHIN 12 HOURS OF THIS HAPPENING THE CAR WILL NOT START AND THE ELECTRONIC KEY WIL...

Jan 23, 2007 Electrical System 10,000 mi

CAR WILL NOT START. THE CAR IS 8 MONTHS OLD AND THERE IS AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM OF SORTS THAT WILL CAUSE THE RADIO TO DIE, NAVIGATION SYSTEM TO DIE, PHONE ON MASTER PANEL TO DIE AND THEN POWER STEERING WILL BE LOST. WITHIN 12 HOURS OF THIS HAPPENING THE CAR WILL NOT START AND THE ELECTRONIC KEY WIL...

Oct 10, 2006 Air Bags Crash 1,500 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THERE WAS A STRANGE ODOR LIKE ROTTEN EGGS OBSERVED IN THE VEHICLE. WHILE STOPPED AND WAITING FOR A PARKING SPACE TO OPEN UP, THE ENGINE REVVED AND ACCELERATED FORWARD ALTHOUGH THE BRAKES WERE DEPRESSED. THE SPEED AT IMPACT WITH THE OTHER VEHICLE WAS 40 MPH. AFTER THE IMPACT ...

Oct 10, 2006 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 1,500 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THERE WAS A STRANGE ODOR LIKE ROTTEN EGGS OBSERVED IN THE VEHICLE. WHILE STOPPED AND WAITING FOR A PARKING SPACE TO OPEN UP, THE ENGINE REVVED AND ACCELERATED FORWARD ALTHOUGH THE BRAKES WERE DEPRESSED. THE SPEED AT IMPACT WITH THE OTHER VEHICLE WAS 40 MPH. AFTER THE IMPACT ...

Oct 10, 2006 Air Bags Crash 1,500 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THERE WAS A STRANGE ODOR LIKE ROTTEN EGGS OBSERVED IN THE VEHICLE. WHILE STOPPED AND WAITING FOR A PARKING SPACE TO OPEN UP, THE ENGINE REVVED AND ACCELERATED FORWARD ALTHOUGH THE BRAKES WERE DEPRESSED. THE SPEED AT IMPACT WITH THE OTHER VEHICLE WAS 40 MPH. AFTER THE IMPACT ...

Oct 10, 2006 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 1,500 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THERE WAS A STRANGE ODOR LIKE ROTTEN EGGS OBSERVED IN THE VEHICLE. WHILE STOPPED AND WAITING FOR A PARKING SPACE TO OPEN UP, THE ENGINE REVVED AND ACCELERATED FORWARD ALTHOUGH THE BRAKES WERE DEPRESSED. THE SPEED AT IMPACT WITH THE OTHER VEHICLE WAS 40 MPH. AFTER THE IMPACT ...

Aug 22, 2006 Electrical System

SUBMISSION FOR DEFECTIVE 2006 MERCEDES E-350 STATION WAGON FROM PLAZA MOTORS COMPANY. *TS THE CONSUMERS PURCHASE STATION WAGONS BECAUSE THEY OFTEN PURCHASE ITEMS THAT CANNOT BE CARRIED IN A SEDAN. THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL GIVES DIRECTION AS TO HOW TO LOWER THE BACK SEATS TO EXPAND THE CARGO COMPARTM...

Aug 22, 2006 Electrical System

SUBMISSION FOR DEFECTIVE 2006 MERCEDES E-350 STATION WAGON FROM PLAZA MOTORS COMPANY. *TS THE CONSUMERS PURCHASE STATION WAGONS BECAUSE THEY OFTEN PURCHASE ITEMS THAT CANNOT BE CARRIED IN A SEDAN. THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL GIVES DIRECTION AS TO HOW TO LOWER THE BACK SEATS TO EXPAND THE CARGO COMPARTM...

Oct 4, 2005 Power Train 412 mi

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION IS MALFUNCTIONING, FAIRLY CONSISTENT AT LOW SPEEDS. *JB

Oct 4, 2005 Power Train 412 mi

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION IS MALFUNCTIONING, FAIRLY CONSISTENT AT LOW SPEEDS. *JB

Sep 11, 2005 Power Train 1,195 mi

I PURCHASED A 2006 MERCEDES E350 IN AUGUST 13 AND TODAY WITH 1175 MILES ON THE ODOMETER; THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. I WAS DRIVING ABOUT 30 MPH AND ALL OF A SUDDEN; THE ENGINE HIGH REVVED LIKE IT WENT INTO NEUTRAL. THE VEHICLE WAS STUTTERING LIKE THE CLUTCH WAS SLIPPING (THE CAR IS A AUTOMATIC) AND WA...

Sep 11, 2005 Power Train 1,195 mi

I PURCHASED A 2006 MERCEDES E350 IN AUGUST 13 AND TODAY WITH 1175 MILES ON THE ODOMETER; THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. I WAS DRIVING ABOUT 30 MPH AND ALL OF A SUDDEN; THE ENGINE HIGH REVVED LIKE IT WENT INTO NEUTRAL. THE VEHICLE WAS STUTTERING LIKE THE CLUTCH WAS SLIPPING (THE CAR IS A AUTOMATIC) AND WA...

Aug 26, 2005 Power Train 662 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILED ON 07-26-2005 LEFT ME STRANDED ON STREET IN HILLSIDE NJ CAR HAD TO BE TOWED TO DEALERSHIP. THEY INDICATED IT WAS A COMPUTER PROBLEM MALFUNCTION AND REPLACED COMPUTER. TRANSMISSION STILL HAVING SLIPPING OCCASIONALLY SVC DEPT SAID THEY FIND NOTHING WRONG. MB IGNORING MY REQUEST ...

Aug 26, 2005 Power Train 662 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILED ON 07-26-2005 LEFT ME STRANDED ON STREET IN HILLSIDE NJ CAR HAD TO BE TOWED TO DEALERSHIP. THEY INDICATED IT WAS A COMPUTER PROBLEM MALFUNCTION AND REPLACED COMPUTER. TRANSMISSION STILL HAVING SLIPPING OCCASIONALLY SVC DEPT SAID THEY FIND NOTHING WRONG. MB IGNORING MY REQUEST ...

Aug 2, 2005 Tires 1,520 mi

MERCEDES BENZ E350 TIRE EQUIPMENT BURST WHILE DRIVING.***NO ANSWER REQUIRED***. *MR THE CONSUMER REQUEST REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE COST OF THE NEW TIRE INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLE. *NM

Aug 2, 2005 Tires 1,520 mi

MERCEDES BENZ E350 TIRE EQUIPMENT BURST WHILE DRIVING.***NO ANSWER REQUIRED***. *MR THE CONSUMER REQUEST REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE COST OF THE NEW TIRE INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLE. *NM