The passenger compartment smells like gasoline. This is due to an issue that was already investigated by the federal safety agency however the warranty that was extended is expired by two years. I just purchased this vehicle used and it is unsafe to drive. It did not smell like gas a few weeks ago when it was purchased. The odor is very strong in the passenger compartment.
2005 Mercedes Benz E320 fuel system problems
122 complaints (53% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 80,000. 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 122
- of this car's complaints
- 53%
- typical mileage
- 80,000
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Storage: tank assembly3
- Delivery: fuel pump1
At what mileage
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Mercedes Benz E320 fuel system problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2005 Mercedes Benz E320 fuel system
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Related investigations
Fuel Leakage From The Fuel Tank
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this investigation on January 23, 2012 as PE12-001 based on 20 consumer reports in model year (MY) 2003-2006 E55 AMG vehicles.Based on new reports in other E-Class vehicles, ODI upgraded the investigation to Engineering Analysis (EA) 13-003 on March 15, 2013, and expanded the scope to all E-Class vehicles through MY 2008.The complainants alleged a strong odor of gasoline fuel both inside and outside of their vehicle, particularly after refilling the fuel tank.Many of the complainants noted that the odor subsided or went away after driving some distance thereby lowering the fuel level in the tank.Other owners reported they would only fill the tank to about three quarters full to avoid the odor altogether.Some complainants alleged fuel leaked from the fuel filter/sender, located on the top of the fuel tank on the driver's side, and collected on top of the tank.There were also allegations that the fuel leaks were associated with an Emissions Recall Campaign (No. 2008020001) conducted by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (Mercedes) in 2008 on MY 2003-2006 E-Class and CLS-Class AMG models.The issue in the recall involved small cracks in the pressurized outlet fitting of the fuel filter/sender.AMG vehicles are high performance models that operate at higher fuel pressure and use a different fuel filter/sender and fuel pump than non-AMG models.Information on Recall No. 2008020001 is available from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) website at www.EPA.gov.ODI's investigation found various leak sources that are unrelated to the outlet fitting cited in the EPA recall campaign.Through interviews with complainants, field inspections of complaint vehicles, and the collection and laboratory analysis of failed parts, three identifiable leak sources were found.The component parts and areas of the leaks involve the On-Board Diagnostic fuel tank pressure sensor (located on top of the fuel filter/sender), the outlet of the centrally mounted fuel tank fuel filling limiter valve, and the top of the fuel pump. These areas of leakage are located at the top of the fuel tank in unpressurized parts of the fuel system. When the tank is full, fuel can slowly weep/seep from micro-cracks in these components and may collect in cavities on top of the filter/sender, pump, or tank.Contrary to complainant's allegations that fuel entered the inside of their vehicle under the rear seat bench, neither ODI nor Mercedes found a plausible way for this to occur.The fuel tank is located outside of the passenger compartment, attached to the underside of the vehicle.The service access ports for the fuel filter/sender (driver's side) and fuel pump (passenger's side) are located under the rear seat bench, covered by a steel plate, sealed and bolted to the vehicle floor.When technicians service the fuel filter/sender, which has a regularly scheduled 60,000 mile service interval, and/or the fuel pump, the work is performed from inside the vehicle by working through the access ports.By letter dated September 4, 2014, Mercedes has notified the agency that it will extend the original warranty coverage to 15 years and unlimited mileage on Covered Fuel Tank Components in E-Class vehicles in MY 2003-2009 and CLS-Class vehicles in MY 2006-2011.The covered fuel tank components for the warranty extension include the fuel tank, fuel filter/sender, fuel pump, and all related gaskets/seals and retention rings.ODI is closing this investigation based on the manufacturer's extend warranty of the affected fuel system components and in consideration that the nature of the leaks does not appear to present an un
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What 2005 Mercedes Benz E320 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Filled up gas tank and had fuel odor inside car and fuel leaking outside the car until fuel level was around 3/4 of a tank. I believe that mine falls under all the other problems listed for fuel leaks for other w211 mercedes. The extended warranty for this was only allowed for original owners and not for anyone that purchased used.
Battery light came on so it was charged then reconnected, everything good, turn key to on position everything good, turn key to start and bang! Loud bang and white smoke everywhere, engine continued to smoke for several minutes after explosion, hole in front of engine
Squeaky front suspension.
Their a strong smell of gas smell inside the car
When I fill the tank wits gas(not topped off) when I drive it hom park it in garage it smell of a strong gas order. Afresh drivibg a little ( to use gas) it goes away, happens each time I fill.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 mercedes-benz e320. While the vehicle was stationary, diesel fuel leaked onto the ground. The contact noticed an odor of fuel inside the vehicle, which caused headaches for the occupants. Mercedes-benz in daytona beach, florida was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 129,000.
In 2015 we started to notice the smell of gasoline following filling the tank with gas. The smell of gasoline is so strong that we had to open our garage doors to vent the fumes. No gasoline was spilled during refueling. There is no visible gas leak on the garage floor. The vehicle is a 2005 mercedes-benz e320 with only 44,000 miles. After researching this problem we discovered numerous other owners of this model mercedes have experienced the same problem. Mercedes has no recall for this fuel fume defect and any repair is not within the original warranty period. The federal safety agency action #ea13003 summary test & analysis by mercedes-benz shows no risks of fire or passenger safety. This is bs as fuel fumes within an enclosed area, such as a garage where a natural gas hot water tank exists, could cause a fire. The federal safety agency needs to require mercedes-benz to recall the vehicles affected by this defect.
8/4/16 vehicle had strong smell of gas inside after fillup. Went away after half full. Noticed recall in online doc's and took to mercedes of san diego where tank mod, cable harness, bracket, seal ringx2, insulation under seat were replaced no charge under warranty. 6/20/17 vehicle quit when approaching residence. Then wouldn't start but cranked. Same symptoms next day. Towed to mb san diego diagnosed fuel pump components failed $1,000 w/no offer to cover under recall. I further reviewed same internet doc's which show fuel pumps, filters, fuel level senders are covered under mb 15 yr. Unltd miles warranty. Will call service writer in morning to advise they should cover repairs, tow plus rental car while I was researchng.
Purchase this car in february 2017 smells like gas is seeping out from somewhere. Stopped in the middle of highway. Now having problems with starting car and airbag suspension light is on.
Questions about the 2005 Mercedes Benz E320 fuel system
Does the 2005 Mercedes Benz E320 have fuel system problems?
Owners have filed 122 complaints about the fuel system of the 2005 Mercedes Benz E320, 53% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 2005 Mercedes Benz E320 fuel system problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 80,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2005 Mercedes Benz E320 fuel system?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Mercedes Benz E320 have the most fuel system problems?
The Mercedes Benz E320 model years with the most fuel system complaints are 2005 (122 complaints), 2004 (117 complaints) and 2003 (88 complaints).
Other 2005 Mercedes Benz E320 problems
Brakes 54Airbags 22Engine 17Electrical 16Transmission 10Steering 6Suspension 6Visibility 5Acceleration 4Seat belts 3Tires 3Driver assistance 2Lights 2Seats 2Body 1Locks 1
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