Strong odor of gasoline after each complete fill-up. This vehicle is always in the garage.and odor lingers for several days following each fill-up. I have changed the entire fuel tank assembly and the problem is still there.no smell if I fill-up to no more than 80% of the tank capacity. Date and mileage are of the first occurrence are as shown are only an estimate.
2004 Mercedes Benz E320 fuel system complaints
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Gasoline smell in garage and inside the cabin. Read online stating that recall on e class for 2004 on gas tank leaks or faulty fuel sending unit. However, mb denied there is any recall link to the VIN of my vehicle.
I have an issue similar to many other w211 chassis mercedes owners. The fuel tank leak/fuel odor has been going on in my car and the dealership refuses to cover the costs of repair. They quoted a ~$2000+ repair job for what's obviously a manufacture defect.
Strong odor of gasoline after each fill-up. This is a garaged vehicle and the odor lingers for several days following each fill-up. It is an ongoing problem. The problem has been occurring for a long time and the date/mileage of first occurrence as shown above are estimates.
I am disappointed because we?ve known about this problem only for a short time since last year when we went to our dealership the complaint of smelling gas fumes after pumping gas. We smelled the fumes in the rear cabin area primarily. We had the dealership and a couple other certified mercedes benz shops look at the issue determining that the sending unit needs to be replaced. We were going to do the service later after one dealership told us to just keep the car half full with fuel until you are ready to complete the service repair for over $1,000 out of our own pockets.
There is a very strong smell of gasoline fumes emanating from the automobile, especially outside the auto it seems from around the driver's side and rear of the car. It is there especially after filling the gas tank but continues even afterwards. The odor is very strong and there is obviously a problem.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 mercedes e-320. The contact stated that he was experienced a strong odor of gasoline after refueling the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or independent mechanic. The manufacture was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 90,000 and the current mileage was 92,000. Updated 07/15/14 ma
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 mercedes benz e320. The contact stated that fuel was pooling on the floor board of the rear seat. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the sending unit was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 55,000 and the current mileage was 56,000.
Upon entering my closed garage in the early morning, I noticed a very strong gasoline smell. I took the car to my mercedes repair shop (not a dealer) who informed me that there was a leak in the fuel sending unit and that this was a developing problem with e class cars. He said there were class action suits against mercedes for this problem. He said mercedes would not admit it was a safety problem. Well, it seems like a safely problem to me! I certainly hope my government's ntsb is looking into this. Are we waiting for people to be severely burned or killed due to this problem?
Strong smell of gasoline present after fill ups and when car is stationary. With fumes present in the cabin, the risk of fire is severe. Mercedes is aware of this problem, as is the federal safety agency, so please do something about it!..updated 07/23/14
I have a fuel undercarriage leak from the rear passenger left side with a strong gas smell within the cabin of my car- this problem has been referenced many times in the mb forums and seems to be a national problem. I would appreciate a through investigation regarding this issue before a fatality ensues because of a faulty plastic piece designed by mb. This problem occurs when the tank is filled with gas, but over filled. I implore to do the right thing an implementing a recall for corrective actions.[xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Fuel leaking from top of fuel tank. Tank was cracked and had to be replaced.
While driving I started smelling gas, especially when I would have just filled the tank. This smell went on for years, it got odor got stronger and stronger so finally I went and got it diagnosed and my mechanic said that I need replace my fuel pump and showed me the gasoline under the rear seat (rear driver's side) the amount of gas was so great that I called and asked my rep at mercedes if there was indeed a recall on the part and I also told him that my mechanic said that there should have been a recall on it , and still he said no. So I replaced the part on my own. Now I am smelling the fumes again, I take it that it is coming from the other side. I have to ride with my windows down and/or sunroof open to keep from getting the head-aches again. This have been ongoing for years now . I purchased the car in jan. 2008.
After filling up the fuel tank to full, I noticed a very strong fuel odor inside and outside of the car. Does not make any difference whether the car is moving or parked. The purge valve filter was replaced but the problem remains. I use this vehicle to transport my newborn son daily. His car seat is on the right rear of the passenger compartment, directly next to the fuel filler area.
Vehicle has strong gasoline odor in the passenger cabin. Appears to be similar to other complaint reports for same vehicle type (e type). No gas leaking below vehicle. Concerned that fire might result from spark in the cabin or near the car. Shouldn't this be a recall issue for public safety?
At every refuel, I would smell the gas fumes in the cabin of the car and outside of the car. The smells were strongest in the back seat of the car.
Filled up the vehicle and drove it approximately three miles to my home, parked vehicle in the garage. Later that evening I noticed a very strong fuel odor in the garage. Did some research on a couple mercedes owners online forums that indicate that fuel leakage is a common issue with my 2003-2009 e series models. Removed the vehicle rear seat (fuel tank is located under seat) and the screwed-down inspection seal to view the fuel sending unit. Observed a significant quantity of fuel puddled on the top of the fuel sending unit. See photo at: http://screencast.com/t/aufw5k7lqz clearly there is a fuel leak and from my research this is a common issue with the 2003-2009 mercedes e series models. From what I've seen, mercedes dealers will not repair this issue under warranty or recall and typically charge $1500-2500 for repairs. Hundreds of mercedes owner have documented this issue on forums at mbworld.org and benzworld.com 1. Mbworld.org - http://mbworld.org/forums/w211-amg/363759-urgent-notice-03-06-e55s-were-involved-fuel-sender-recall-bombs.html 2. Benzworld.com - http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w211-e-class/1602584-gas-smell-after-filling-up-tank.html there are many more threads like these and a class action lawsuit was filed as well. Http://www.mercedesfueltankclassaction.com.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 mercedes-benz e320. The contact stated that a gasoline odor was smelled around the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.
Inside of my vehicle began smelling strong gasoline odor presenting a fire hazard. I found severe leaking at seam at top of gas tank under rear seat of my vehicle & was required to replace gas tank assembly, fuel pump sensor, fuel pump & seals at cost of $2,014.00. I was told that a class action suit against mercedes benz involving year 2003 & later 320e autos for this issue was in progress in atlanta, ga. However florida cars (owners) were excluded on a technicality!!. This danger exists on all cars, wherever located and should be immediately corrected by mercedes. The danger of explosion and death is imminent in any of these autos. Mercedes is and has been aware of this problem for quite some time as was brought out in the class action suit and under our transportation safety rules should have recalled the autos years ago. This is a national problem, and florida auto owners should be properly compensated for their loss as should be any other owners where ever located. Your advise and assistance in this matter will be greatly appreciated..
After I filled full tank on my car, I noticed after several hours, there was gas leaking below the rear passenger's seat. There were a lots of fuel that were spilled, and my whole garage smelled strong odor of gasoline.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 mercedes benz e320. The contact stated that a strong gasoline fuel odor emitted in the rear seating area of the vehicle. The contact performed an inspection and found that the plastic casting of the fuel pump injector valve top was fractured and caused gasoline to leak and penetrate the cabin. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The VIN was not available. The failure and current mileage was 69,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 mercedes-benz e320. The contact stated that a gasoline fuel smell 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. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was 100,000.
Filled up my car with gas. Came home, parked it in the garage. Next morning noticed a very strong fuel order in garage. Took it to mechanic and said the fuel tank was cracked and leaking gas vapors. Scared me as my natural gas water heater is in the garage as well.
Constant strong odor of gasoline. Outside the car and inside the car coming from the back seat.
I own a 2004 e320 with only 44,652 miles. After every fill up strong order of gas from left side near back seat area also check engine light will always comes on. I took car to a mb mechanic trained by mb he removed the rear seat and left fuel sending unit cover , found a huge puddle of gas on and round gas tank pump area. I was told the pump seal was no good, I had the pump and seal replaced, filled tank again with the same result. Finally, last friday, with the seat and sending unit cover off we filled the tank and drove the two miles back to the mechanic shop, when we arrived the whole area around the pump was full of fuel, upon inspection one could see the fuel running from the top of the fuel tank and puddle around base of the fuel pump. We video the fuel running from top of the fuel tank. Contacted local mb dealer where I purchased the vehicle but was told there is no warranty on vehicle. The dealer will inspect and repair the vehicle but the expense will be on me. I don't allow anyone in my family to drive this car because of this problem. This is very dangerous situation that needs to be address.
After filling fuel tank, fuel leaking from top of the fuel tank into panel under the rear seat.
I am filing this complaint regarding the fuel smell coming into the cabin. I have owned a 2005 c230 compressor and had the same issue and mb took care of this with no issues. No I have an e320 and they wont fix this issue. After filling up driving with the smell of fuel in the cabin has caused serious headaches for me and my family. Even parking in my garage has filled my whole house with the smell of fuel. I have a 5000.00 dollar parrot this is very sensitive to smells and this could be a serious affect to everyone's health and safety. If mb can fix this issue on one car why cant they fix it on all cars.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 mercedes-benz e320. The contact stated that after refueling, fuel was smelled while in the cabin. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 107,000
Strong gas smell the problem fuel sending unit leaking vapor.
Very strong gasoline odor coming out of left rear wheel well after filling up the gas tank. The odor reduced as I drove for a few days. It seems like gasoline is leaking from the top of the fuel tank.
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