Mercedes-Benz AMG E63 fuel smell problems

Filed Jan 22, 2024 · Fuel system · FL

VIA REGULAR MAIL AND ONLINE SUBMISSION RE: VIN # [XXX] – Mercedes Benz 2007 E 63 – We would like to bring to your attention the failure of the Fort Lauderdale Mercedes Benz dealership to properly honor the repair and replacement of parts and labor covered under a recall for Fuel Tank Components for MODEL 211 (E-Class) years 2003-2009. A copy of the Recall notice which provided for an extension of the Recall thru 01/31/2021 is attached. Also attached please find a recent repair invoice for the respective repairs which should have been repaired under this recall. Mercedes Benz undertook a “partial” repair of the parts covered under this recall and at the time of that repair failed to properly repair all of the parts related to this issue/recall. Instead, they only replaced one fuel tank/fuel pump while the extended warranty coverage was in place and left the issue to materialize/manifest in the remaining fuel pump/tank despite the fact that conditions indicated it would likely fail in the near term at the time of the partial repair. Of further concern is the fact that an active Recall for the exact same item exists and remains active for later model years. Clearly, they have not fixed the cause of failure for this vital car part and continue to place drivers/owners at considerable risk. the federal safety agency – ODI It is incredulous to me, a 25+ year dedicated Mercedes Benz customer that an experienced dealership would attempt to evade responsibility for such a significant safety recall item. When this issue exists, the smell and fumes of petroleum/gas can be easily smelled from the exterior of the car. If you were to light a cigarette – you would likely cause the car to explode. When this issue existed, the interior cabin of the car would fill with petroleum/gas fumes again placing the driver at considerable risk. Please review the attached documentation and require Mercedes Benz to acknowledge that their half-hearted repair done during the recall INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATIO

Filed Jul 1, 2015 · Fuel system · 64,500 miles · TX

I filled up the gas, took a short drive home, and parked in the garage. Next day, there is a strong gasoline smell in the garage as well as inside the car. This happened whenever I filled up the gas since then.

Filed Dec 22, 2014 · Fuel system · 97,125 miles · MA

There is a strong smell of gasoline over 1/2 tank full, and frequent check engine lights on for an evap system leak. This is a known issue with these cars, and I am concerned to drive the vehicle with gasoline fumes coming inside the car and creating a fire hazard. Mercedes knows about this problem and needs to address it.

Filed Sep 26, 2014 · Fuel system · 84,000 miles · CA

Owned the car for over 1 year, noticed a pronounced smell of gasoline after filling up at a local service station. Thought it was a spill, smell got stronger over the next 10 miles, parked the car in the garage, where the smell continued to increase to the point I could smell it in the bedrooms above the garage. Took car to local mercedes specialist who removed the inspection plates under the rear passenger seats. Driver side revealed a large pooling of gasoline (approx 8 fl oz) around the fuel tank apparatus. Car is not safe to drive, and required $1100 to replace the part.

Filed Aug 22, 2014 · Fuel system · 28,500 miles · MA

On july 30th, 2014 I fueled my 2008 mercedes e63 amg in the same manner as I have for the past 3 years of ownership. When I parked my vehicle in the garage and closed the door I noticed a faint odor of gasoline. I thought it was just the exhaust fume built up in the enclosed environment. The next day when I checked, there was an overwhelming odor of gasoline. Fumes were so strong I could clearly smell it from my floor apartment. Luckily my neighbor were away on vacation. The smell outside the entry way into the growers was so strong it stung my eyes. Knowing the volatility gas vapors I immediately opened the growers door. When I looked under the rear wheel arch of the driver side I saw a puddle odd gasoline and intermittent drops of gasoline coming down from the fuel tank area. The gasoline did not stop leaking until I drive it to about 3/4 full. It took 2 weeks for the smell of gasoline to dissipate from the interior. I am aware of the class action lawsuit against mercedes for this very same problem.

Filed Jul 15, 2014 · Fuel system · 75,132 miles · GA

I purchased a 2008 e63 mercedes benz in december 2013. Since the date of purchase I have noticed a strong odor and smell of gasoline upon fueling the automobile(both inside and outside of the vehicle). This odor progressively got stronger until I was unable to close my garage due to the fumes and the fear for my safety. I took the car to a mercedes benz dealer (luckily) to have it checked out prior to a road trip on 7/2/2014 and it was determined there was a leak in the fuel tank and sending unit (s). The technicians at the mercedes benz dealership indicated to me that the vehicle was unsafe to drive and operate. I have discovered that this particular issue is common to my particular vehicle make, model and year (a recall or class action lawsuit has been done against mb for this problem). I had the repairs done at mercedes benz but was charged for the repairs. I seek to recover the repair costs associated with this incidence. Please contact me immediately as I need guidance and information regarding this situation.

Filed Jan 2, 2014 · Fuel system · 57,000 miles · CA

I purchased this car late july 2012 and when I went to pick it up I noticed a slight smell of gas from the left rear of car but, didn't think much of it as it was a new to me vehicle, just thought it was freshly filled up. The next time I filled up I noticed that the car smelled both inside the car and outside the car. As a new owner of a newer mb I joined mbworld form and searched this problem with e55 and e63 and found that it is a common problem for the w211 cars. Also, it seems the solution is not as obvious as one would think. On nov 14, 20012 I took it to cal star motors in glendale ca (a mercedes dealer) for repair, they told me that the cause of the problem is the seal between the sending unit and the gas tank. They replaced this part and I drove the car home as I needed to bring in car with half a tank for repair I did not notice any issue. Next time I filled up there was no smell from inside cabin and only slight smell outside. I now have filled up several times and the problem has returned. I should say that after fill up there has never been any leaked gas present when parked as I check drive daily for any evidence of leaks in any fluid. I feel that if there is a gas leak issue with this/these cars which it appears there is based on so many issues reported that mercedes has a responsibility to solve the problem as it is a very dangerous situation to leave unresolved.

Filed Dec 5, 2013 · Fuel system · 90,000 miles · WA

Strong fuel smell after fill up for over a year. Was brought to mercedes with no fix. Recent inspection resulted in finding a puddle of fuel under the rear seat on the fuel sending unit. Further research shows this is a ongoing problem for other e-class and has been reported to the federal safety agency, and current fixes if any has been failing and even owners having to pay out of pocket for something mercedes should be fixing under warranty due to this serious potential safety and fire issue. I have two toddlers who sit in this car everyday.

Filed Oct 4, 2013 · Fuel system · 58,000 miles · NY

Notice a gas smell after filling up the tank. Did not really took it for anything but on the second fill smell again inside the car. Being summer I drive windows down and smell was not bad until I had the AC on. Online research prove it to be the tank. And its a known defect but mb will not fix it. More I check into the problem its an on going issue with these cars. 100k and no one will listen to your issues. I now fill 3/4 as the fix and no issues and can not sell it to someone else knowing this is a problem.

Filed Jul 19, 2013 · Fuel system · 53,200 miles · WA

Filled auto with fuel for first time and drove home, parked in the garage and started to smell gas fumes from driver's side passenger seat area. Learned that there is the federal safety agency action number: pe12001 pertaining to e55 which was previous year model to mine. Threat of fire under where my child sits is unacceptable. My early model e63 with same fuel issues should be covered. Please cover this model and model year as well!