2005 Mercedes-Benz AMG E55: wrong fuel gauge reading

Filed Nov 19, 2018 · Fuel system · 64,000 miles · TN

With a full tank of gas, gas leaked out of the top of the fuel tank where the fuel sender/filter is located. The fuel wicked up the foam wrapped around the signal/ power wires, came between the access panel screwed to the floor and the floor. This is the floor directly under the rear passenger seat. The fuel soaked into the insulation below the rear passenger seat and the foam seat. This continues to occur at all times until the fuel level reaches approximately 3/4 of a tank.

Filed Nov 4, 2015 · Fuel system · 154,000 miles · CA

Strong fuel smell after filling tank, drivers side fuel sending unit on drivers side of fuel tank leaking fuel. Noticeable cracks in corners of unit around fuel pressure sender.

Filed Sep 30, 2014 · Fuel system · 52,000 miles · CA

Just found out my fuel sending units are leaking, strong gas smell coming from the rear drivers side wheel well.. Hg motorsorts diagnosed, will be taking to acg automotive for second opinion..

Filed Sep 8, 2014 · Fuel system · 55,675 miles · FL

Very strong smell of gasoline inside and outside the vehicle. Regarding the interior, it was determined that there was a leaking seal at the fuel sender unit. The seal at the fuel sender unit was replaced in march 2010. This problem recurred in late 2013. In march 2014 the fuel pump assembly, fuel pump lock ring and fuel sender seal were all replaced with new parts. The problem has re-appeared again. Regarding the exterior smell it was determined that there is a fuel leak at the fuel tank vent area. This was initially manageable by keeping the fuel level below 3/4 full. In the last couple months this problem exists at any fuel level. This overwhelming fuel smell will completely envelop the entire garage within 15 -20 minutes and possesses an extreme health risk and potential for an accident to happen. The level of exterior odor now is so high that it penetrates into the interior of the vehicle, whether the vehicle is standing still, in motion and with the engine on or off. From the research I have done this exact same problem is common to this model mercedes benz and has been documented for a number of years. I have not received any notification or communication from mercedes benz at any time regarding this issue. This is unacceptable!

Filed Jul 28, 2014 · Fuel system · AL

After filling up the gas tank to full, I drove my vehicle home and noticed a distinct gasoline smell in the garage a few hours later. The next morning, the smell in the garage was even stronger and upon opening the doors of the vehicle, it was clear that the gas smell was coming from the vehicle and was strongest inside. In november 2012, crown automobile, a mercedes-benz dealership, performed service on the car and "found the right side fuel level sensor seal leaking". The seal was replaced and the fuel tank was refilled and checked for leaks. At that time, no leaks were found. However, the smell has reappeared and is consistent with other complaints about this vehicle.

Filed May 13, 2014 · Fuel system · 95,000 miles · SC

I started smelling a fuel odor for the past few weeks now. My car is not under warranty so I didn't take it to the dealership due to charges. I took my rear seat out to find a huge puddle of fuel under it. The fuel sending unit fitting was snapped. (I think there is a group of us having this same complaint for many years now).

Filed Mar 4, 2014 · Fuel system · 24,019 miles · FL

We have owned this car since july 2007 mb certified pre-owned with 14,000 miles.the car has been in the shop many many times over the years for fuel smell. They have replaced the seals, fuel pumps, fuel line connections, upper evaporator system connector,fuel filter module assembly,fuel level sensor seals,leaking around pressure sensor seam, fuel tank and still the problem persist till this day. I have had mb extended warranty till 2011 and all work was performed at the mb dealership.

Filed Feb 28, 2014 · Fuel system · 87,000 miles · VA

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 mercedes benz e55. The contact stated that after refueling, he began to smell gasoline inside of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where they stated that the fuel sending unit was leaking fuel and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 87,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Filed Jan 9, 2014 · Fuel system · 65,000 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 mercedes benz e55. The contact stated that after refueling, a gasoline odor was present inside the vehicle and inside the garage where the vehicle was parked. The contact had the vehicle diagnosed by an independent mechanic, who determined that the fuel sender unit was faulty and replaced the component. The failure later recurred and the vehicle was taken to the dealer. The dealer advised that the fuel sending unit had malfunctioned a second time, and both the fuel sending unit and the fuel tank needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 65,000.

Filed Oct 30, 2013 · Fuel system · 68,500 miles · TX

Strong fuel smell began occurring inside & outside of vehicle after filling the car up with gas. Fuel leak discovered at gas tank fuel level sending unit. This is a widely known defect on the mercedes w211 platform from 2003-2009 year models. Mercedes dealers contacted will only make the necessary repairs at my expense which could exceed $2000. This defect is hazardous to anyone driving with this fuel leaking condition and is also very environmentally unfriendly as raw fuel being released.

Filed Sep 23, 2013 · Fuel system · 130,000 miles · CA

Started to smell gas fumes in the garage after driving. Condition worsened quickly within weeks and filled my garage with fumes where my home water heater is placed. Did research saw there was a recall for the fuel sending unit fuel leaks out of the sending unit and complaints that mb replaced the unit with the same faulty unit so the condition will reappear....very dangerous. This causes fault codes, the engine does not get gasoline and sputters and cuts out. I had to move the car outside because of the fire/explosion potential. Took car to dealership, they advised the recall had been performed once already and would look at the car. Dealer sent this email qoute unqoute: "both sender units for the fuel system are both leaking from where it exits the tank. They require replacing this is very dangerous if neglected. Parts and labor is $1946.08 parts are special order and I can have the vehicle done wednesday. Please email me back so we can get the car back to you as soon as possible." obviously, no mention of recall or the ability to work with me. Here is my response: mb recall campaign #2008-020001 from 2008.

Filed Aug 31, 2013 · Fuel system · 113,247 miles · NE

After shutting off my vehicle and getting out I smelled strong gasoline smell around my vehicle. At first I couldn't determine where the smell was coming from and thought it possibly it was coming from another vehicle around me. The next day, in the morning before going to work I smelled gas around my vehicle and at this point I knew it was coming from my vehicle. I started the vehicle and let it run as I walked around it and noticed a puddle of gasoline on my driveway under driver side back seat in that area. After some research online I pulled back seat out and removed cover to fuel sending unit and found a leak from a crack in the plastic where the fuel delivery line connects. Updated 09/11/12*lj updated 12/31/2013