For the last 3 months after filling the fuel tank a incredibly strong gasoline smell would fill the passenger cabin. This would only occur when the fuel tank is filled to capacity. Upon investigation, I removed the rear seat and access plate to see the top of the fuel pump/sending unit. With the seat removed and the top of the fuel tank visible, I filled the car with fuel. With a full tank, raw gasoline seeped through a small crack in the plastic top of the fuel pump sending unit assembly and filled the area on top of the fuel tank. Upon further investigation, the insulation inside the passenger cabin under the seat appeared to be saturated with raw fuel. In retrospec, if a spark would have occurred in the car, there is no question the car would have exploded.
2006 Mercedes-Benz E350 fuel system complaints
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Dealerships are telling us that the e350 should be recalled for the gas tank leak issue if you look online a lot of people are having the same problem.
Strong gasoline odor after filling fuel tank.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mercedes benz e350. The contact stated a gasoline fuel odor 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 and needed replacing. The vehicle was being repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was 137,000.
Every time that I fill my gas tank there is a strong smell of gasoline.
Hello I am the owner of a 2006 mercedes benz e350 and I am experiencing strong odor of gasoline in the cabin causing me headaches and blurred vision while driving. Additionally there is significant leakage of gasoline on to the pavement.
My 2006 mercedes benz e-350 continue to have strong odor of gasoline inside. The car has been in the shop several times but the dealer refuses to fix it.
Based on news reports from earlier this year, I understand that the federal safety agency is investigating complaints of fuel leaks that are common with mercedes benz e-class models between 2003 - 2009. I am writing to submit a complaint about my wife's 2006 e 350 that was just serviced for a fuel leak. For sometime she noticed a gas smell after refueling. On 10/16/13 when she refueled the fumes in the car were very strong and did not go away so she took the car to the nearby dealership for service the next morning. The dealership identified the problem as a fuel leak. The leak was severe enough that gas had leaked into the cushions of the back seat where our 3 year old toddler typically sits. The dealership identified the problem as a "safety concern". I agreed. I also expressed my concern to the dealership and mbusa about the gas that leaked into the seat cushion and that the leak seems to be a common problem with their e-class models. Although we have paid for the completed repair, I requested that the repair be covered by mbusa. Because no recall exists, mbusa does not acknowledge the leak as a defect and is currently reviewing my request for an out-of-warranty repair coverage, including the replacement of the rear seat cushion. My wife, oldest son and I have previously been diagnosed with asthma. I am concerned that the fumes that continue to linger will threaten asthma-related complications. I am happy to provide additional information upon request.
When the car's gas tank was filled, there was a distinct odor of gasoline when the car was parked in the garage. With a bedroom close by and an HVAC system above, we thought this was unsafe and needed to be fixed. We were told that the gas tank needed to be replaced and this was a common problem, but there had been no recall. Mercedes ended up charging us a discounted price of $1476 for the repair, but I think there should be a recall and mercedes should have paid the full cost of repair.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mercedes-benz e350. The contact stated that when the fuel tank was full, the tank would leak. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and the technician stated that the problem was unknown. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 52,000. The current mileage was 77,000.
Strong smell of gas in my garage after filling up with fuel.
Very strong fuel odor in cabin of car after refueling. Fuel smell is so strong that it causes you dizziness while driving unless windows are open. Just started the last time I filled up. There must be a recall on this but can't find one. I have never heard of such a problem with a vehicle. This seems very dangerous.
After each visit to the gas station to fill up with fuel have heavy odor of fuel around entire car. Especially when parked in garage overnight and entire garage smells of gas. Now have to park car outside.
There is an extremely strong gasoline smell in the cabin and exterior of my vehicle. It is very strong smell immediately after filling the fuel tank, but continues to smell throughout the levels in the tank. I am very afraid of a possible fire due to the what seems to be excess gasoline. I am extremely fearful should I ever get involved in a rear end type accident. I feel that myself and my family are in danger until this situation is evaluated. This is a known condition that the manufacturer should take responsibility for and rectify the situation.
Strong fuel odor was detected in my e350 mercedes benz car for few days. Called my mercedes benz maintenance shop( mercedes benz -green way plaza at houston tx). They checked the car and they told me this a common in this series car. The fuel leak was from fuel pump on top of the fuel tank. This is a very dangerous issue, especially in hot weather area like houston. I don't understand why there is no "recall" on this issue. Updated 09/10/13*lj updated 12/21/13
I purchased my mercedes e350 in november of 2008. I began noticing a strong fuel odor every time I would fill the tank, which would dissipate after a few days. Since the odor would go away within a few days, I didn't realize that it was a safety concern. I took the car into the mercedes dealership for oil changes and such and they would always mention a long list of items requiring preventative maintenance, but never mentioned anything about the fuel tank (although the gas smell was obvious at times). In june of 2012, my husband began driving the mercedes to work. He smelled the odor immediately upon filling causing him massive headaches. Also, he noticed gas leaking under the car on the driver's side near the rear tire whenever he filled up the tank. A mechanic investigated the problem, and discovered a puddle of gasoline upon removing the rear seat. I could not believe the amount of gasoline that had pooled inside the cabin of the car. It was decided that the sending units needed to be replaced. Mercedes replaced the sending units, and knowingly sent us on our way without correcting the problem. Replacing the sending units did not resolve the issue. Heavy leakage continued, and the odor of gas became overwhelming as the temperatures remained in the 100's. When the car was returned to mercedes, they informed us of a leak in the gas tank and quoted us $2600+ for repairs. The mercedes service technician stated that our problem was not uncommon, especially with the arizona heat. I had been driving the car unknowingly for approximately four years with the fuel tank issue becoming increasingly worse and consequently, my husband and I have been unable to conceive a child.
Based on news items regarding mercedes-benz w211 (u.s.a. Model year 2003-2008 e class) vehicles experiencing fuel leaks, an inspection of the fuel system was performed on the above listed vehicle. Gross exam revealed no fuel puddling on the ground beneath the vehicle and a lack of fuel odor within the interior and exterior environment immediately adjacent to the vehicle. However, removal of the rear seat bench, underlying insulation pad and left fuel pump access plate revealed fuel odor; closer inspection revealed the superior outer aspect of the fuel pump assembly to be wet with gasoline; fuel-induced discoloration (white to brown) of the plastic comprising this superior aspect was clearly evident. Pooling of fuel within the left pump well of the plastic fuel tank was not present. The clamped black rubber fuel delivery hose was secure and dry, as was the outflow nipple to which it was attached. The plastic immediately adjacent to the nipple was not discolored. No remedial action was taken at this point, however, installation of a new style pump (delivery unit with fluid level sensor, m-b pn a211 470 41 94) and seal ring (m-b pn a211 471 05 79) is planned in the immediate future.
After filling fuel tank, noticed strong fuel odor on drivers side of car. Opened fuel sending unit access panel under rear seat and noticed fuel pooled on top of the sending unit. The fuel odor dissipates as fuel is consumed. However, the odor returns on each full tank fill. Summary: gasoline is leaking from the fuel tank under the rear seat behind the driver.
Gas smell/leak when tank is full.
The same day plate light, trunk remote opener stop working due to melted brown wire in the trunk dealer do not want to fix actually asked for 300 to check the problem . A lots of discussion is going on the web to solve but I could not . Fuel smell in the garage often.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mercedes benz e350. The contact stated that while parked he noticed a strong gasoline smell. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who stated that the fuel tank would have to be replaced because the fuel pump assembly was leaking fuel. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 84,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mercedes benz e350. The contact stated that after refueling, he noticed a strong gasoline fuel odor. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnosis. The technician was unable to diagnose the failure. On a second occasion, the vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel tank sending unit needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The approximate failure mileage was 90,000 and the current mileage was 111,000.
After returning home from the filling station and parking my e350 mercedes in the garage, I noticed a strong fuel smell outside the driver's side rear of the vehicle, and to a lesser extent inside the car. I was certain I had not somehow "over-filled" it, and after repeated fuelings since then, I know that is not the case. This problem is occurring when the tank is above 3/4-full. It progressively lessens as the amount of fuel in the tank is reduced. I took the car to the mercedes dealer (where I bought it new) and they advised that the fuel-sending unit is leaking. They wanted $659 for the repair which I declined as I wanted to first do some research and possibly get another quote since the price was absurd. I was then astounded to learn that this is a very common problem on these expensive vehicles, with numerous complaints documented within various automotive forums and filings with the federal safety agency. It is wrong that a fundamental part like this should leak fuel. This is not a part that should require any service and in most circumstances should be expected to last the life of the vehicle. There are millions of other vehicles out there without such problems. So, clearly mercedes did not get it right on their design. I am now concerned about parking the car in my garage since it presents a safety hazard due to the fumes. I expect this problem will only get worse. Mercedes needs to step-up and retrofit these vehicles now instead of leaving it up to the consumer to absorb the cost of their manufacturing mistake.
I own a 2006 mercedes e-series with 47,000 miles. I have noticed a fuel smell when the car is in the garage after refilling the tank. The problem was recently diagnosed as a faulty fuel tan seal. The dealer has indicated this is a dangerous condition and the car should not be driven. The estimated repair cost is over $600. In researching this on the internet I find this is a common dangerous problem but there has not been a recall. I also find that in instances where the seal has been replaced, the problem recurs a short time later and it is related to the entire mechanism, not just the seal. I feel this issue should be addressed by mercedes and plan to report this to the federal safety agency. Please advise.
Vehicle at 80,000 has fuel smells in and out of the passenger compartment. Had to replace the fuel tank to remedy the situation. Over $2,000 repair. Found out from the service manager at mercedes benz that it is a factory defect. Not good.
Strong gas odor inside the car. It made me dizzy and had to open the window fully. Closed the window with AC on at maximum fan speed would not help. The odor lasted for 2 weeks. I found the gas accumulated on top of the tank at driver side after I removed the rear seat.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mercedes benz e350. The contact stated that after refueling, he noticed a strong gasoline fuel odor. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis. The technician was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
Leak on the sending unit in fuel tank. Possibly need to replace fuel tank as well. Strong gas smell. Evidently this happens on most of these card and no recall gas been made by mb.
The issue originated as a faint fuel smell when the tank was 3/4 full or higher, parked on slight inclines. The problem has become increasingly worse, and today left a trail of fuel behind it. Calling local dealership tomorrow. Current mileage is 123,3xx.
When entering the vehicle after it has been sitting for a period of time there is the smell of gasoline that lingers until the vehicle has been run for a short time. It happens no matter how much fuel is in the tank but it does not happen all of the time. It can go a week or more sometimes and not happen and then occur for several days straight.
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