Checking on unrepaired recall the federal safety agency#19v91832/recall#2019120012. This recall described as problem with bonding between glass panel and the sliding roof frame, which could lead in separation of the glass panel from the vehicle. I interpret this to be the sunroof glass detaching from the frame endangering others. This recall appears to be open on my vehicle. Please advise any further information. I have had no problems thus far.
The worst 2009 Mercedes Benz E320 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Fuel system4
- Engine3
- Acceleration1
- Body1
- Electrical1
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- Fuel system4
- Engine3
- Acceleration1
- Body1
- Electrical1
- Lights1
Recalls 3
Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly
- What is wrong
- 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 panel may not be properly secured and can detach.
- Risk
- A detached sunroof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the sunroof panel as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. This recall is an expansion of previous the federal safety agency recall number 22V‑954. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024120001/2/3.
Recall number 24V874000 · Recall details
Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly
- What is wrong
- 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 panel may not be properly secured and may detach.
- Risk
- A detached sunroof panel may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the sunroof panel as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. This recall expands the federal safety agency recall number 19V‑918. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 2023010004, 2023010005, and 2023010006.
Recall number 22V954000 · Recall details
Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly
- What is wrong
- 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 detaching from the vehicle. For a full list of the affected models visit:
- Risk
- A detached glass panel can separate from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the glass panel bonding and replace the sliding roof, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 10, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020040011.
Recall number 19V918000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2009 Mercedes Benz E320 108
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC will provide an Extended Modification Warranty for each vehicle that has received...
- The warranty on the SBC Hydraulic Unit for MY 2003-2006 Model 211, MY 2006 Model 219, and Model Year...
- In our continuing efforts to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has...
- Repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60MPH. NOTE: Although the symptom is...
- Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors
- Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end)
- There are several types of complaint about noises or poor windshield wiper wiping performance: A: Wiper...
- Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged
- Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged
- Headlamps leaking or fogged
What 2009 Mercedes Benz E320 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 mercedes-benz e320. While driving various speeds, the vehicle failed to accelerate when the accelerator pedal was depressed. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The hesitation was persistent. The dealer diagnosed that the inlet port shutoff motor and linkage failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 64,818.
The oil cooler on the vehicle is leaking oil. This is a large, 15 hour repair, the total estimate to replace the cooler and seals is $2350. I have not had this repair done yet. Also had other oil seals replaced in the turbo area of the engine which cost me $989.91.
Fuel leak from the seal on fuel pump in the fuel tank. Small pad of fuel on a driveway when the tank is full. Odor smell with A/C on.
I was changing lanes and went to accelerate when the vehicle completely lost power. The cause of the loss of power is a plastic(yes plastic) rod that opens the intake to initiate turbo boost. The fact that his rod is made of plastic that can break so easily when you step on the gas pedal is dangerous. Mercedes benz is supposed to make a quality car that is very costly and it is shameful that it is made so shoddy creating a false sense of safety and quality. I am lucky to be alive and now have to fix this junk.
The wiring in the trunk that goes to the rear brake and license plate lights failed and opens the trunk failed. It was not possible to open the trunk with the remote or the button in the car. The only way was to use the valet key. There was also a warning in the dash about all of these lights being out. I took the car to a repair shop and they found the ground wire in the wiring harness between the trunk liner and the trunk lid had broken due to excessive wear.
Dear officer, from the beginning (2010 august, 0 mileage, mb e320) the car has a chemical smell. At first, I thought it will go away. However, in few months it became the most awful chemical smell (it is not mold, diesel fuel or exhaust). This extremely penetrating chemical(s) is/are coming from carpet. Venting/air-recirculation increases chemical concentration in the compartment to extreme levels. The chemical(s) is/are definitively toxic give strong headache, dizziness, cause nausea, vomiting, light-headedness, cause and activate asthma (personal complains) and other problems (google search). Deterioration components of synthetic organic compounds are known inducers of carcinogenesis. I will be happy to provide additional information on health issues. Based on google search chemicals in the car compartment are common problems of mercedes, volkswagen and bmw. The dealership rep agreed wit chemical smell. They offer chemical/deodorizer treatment what I am hesitant to accept as chemical odor reappear in few weeks (google search). Also many chemical deodorizer' are toxic (u.s. Environmental protection agency and the consumer product safety commission). Based on google search the sound proofing under the carpet is the source as it decompose in these vehicles and release the toxic chemical. Dealership agrees the source of chemicals but they do not agree to change sound proofing (although they admit this common problem in mercedes). I respectfully ask the federal safety agency at u s department of transportation to investigate this health issue caused by decomposition of sound proofing. This is an issue that severely effecting safety of driving and importantly well-being of us citizens. Sincerely, on behalf of many us citizens.
2 highway stallings: 1) dec.1. 2009 traveling on I-95 south at 70mph, check engine light on, car suddenly stalled, managed to pull to shoulder. Car towed to benz dealer 90 miles away. They changed a new fuel pump in charleston, sc. Continued driving on 2) dec.3,2009, after 400+ miles on I-95 south at 70mph, check engine light on, car suddenly stalled again, managed to pull to shoulder. Car towed to benz dealer in melbourne, florida. They changed another fuel pump and filter. Now I am driving with my finger crossed.
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Questions about the 2009 Mercedes Benz E320
Is the 2009 Mercedes Benz E320 reliable?
Owners have filed 8 complaints about the 2009 Mercedes Benz E320, fewer than a typical E320 model year.
What is the 2009 Mercedes Benz E320 year score?
The 2009 Mercedes Benz E320 scores 91 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Mercedes Benz E320: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2009 Mercedes Benz E320?
Fuel and propulsion system, with 4 complaints. Next is engine (3).
How many recalls does the 2009 Mercedes Benz E320 have?
3 recalls, covering visibility.
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).
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