2004 Mercedes Benz E500: check engine light

Filed Jan 8, 2020 · Engine, Fuel system · 180,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 mercedes-benz e500. While the vehicle was being refueled, the contact became aware of a fuel leak. The contact stated that there was an abnormal odor detected outside of the vehicle. The contact stated that the the instrument cluster was red and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to mercedes-benz of goldens bridge 321 ny-22, goldens bridge, ny 10526, (914) 232-8122 to be diagnosed. A fuel leak was confirmed however, the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted or informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 180,000.

Filed Jun 9, 2015 · Fuel system · 132,000 miles · CO

I purchased my car used at 132000 miles. This was a pre existing condition that dealer didn't mention anything about, because the next day I filled the tank as it was sold to me with less than 1/4 tank, now I know why, I got a very strong odor of gas that filled my garage and smelled inside the car as well. This happens every time I fill the tank. It also sets a check engine light. Dealership I purchased the car from (not a mercedes benz dealership) refuses any responsibility for the problem. Check engine light code is "evaporative emission leak detected (small leak)". Also because of the issue my gas light will randomly start blinking and when I accelerate the center display beeps lights up red and said check fuel cap. Fuel cap is fine, I think it's related to the leak.

Filed Jan 28, 2015 · Engine · 91,600 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 mercedes benz e500. While driving 10 MPH, the steering wheel seized and the brake pedal was depressed but failed to respond. The contact had to engage the emergency brakes in order to stop the vehicle. Additionally, the no breakage power and the shut down engine warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a dealer. The technician diagnosed that the sbc pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 91,600.

Filed Mar 3, 2014 · Fuel system · 72,402 miles · FL

Car engine light went on. Dealer replaced charcoal cannister. Two weeks later auto repair shop was correcting a shimmy and discovered a leaking fuel tank.

Filed Dec 12, 2012 · Fuel system · 52,028 miles · NC

A strong gas smell in the passenger cabin as well as outside driver side passenger door and the check engine light prompted me to take the car to a local dealer. After diagnostic test, dealer indicated there was a leaking fuel purge valve and shut off valve. After a $1,600 quote, I requested they not do the work so I could take it for a second opinion. Was called back later that day and informed of a "miscommunication" and that the car was fixed with a $1,600 bill awaiting me. I worked out a payment agreement with the dealer and never took the car back despite intermittent gas smells in and outside the car and check engine light going on and off. The check engine light came back on for good less than 12 months later. Took car to another local shop where I was told one of the fuel pumps needed to be replaced. $600 later, and 4 more trips back to the shop, the check engine light and strong gas fumes still permeate the car. Took it to shop #3 today and was told there is a crack in the fuel tank. The quote is $1,700. I don't trust the dealer, and believe that the fuel pump replace by shop #2 was not the issue. It appears as if it's been the fuel tank all along. This is clearly a defect in the part as the car has never been in an accident and has less than 70k miles on it currently. It's a safety hazard and with two children, I don't have a choice but to fix the problem. Please let me know if there is anything additional necessary to help conclude this investigation. I'm hoping there will be recourse with mbusa to reimburse it's customers for the faulty part replacement and labor costs. Thank you.

Filed Aug 15, 2012 · Fuel system · 104,700 miles · TX

Noticed a strong gasoline smell in my garage and inside my vehicle. Also noticed that my left rear passenger seat was discolored with dark yellow staining. Check engine light appeared on car and took to local mercedes-benz dealer to check problem and was told that the fuel sending unit had failed and that raw fuel was leaking in passenger compartment causing the gasoline odor and staining to upholstery. Was strongly urged by service advisor at mercedes-benz to replace the sending unit "anytime you're leaking fuel that's a safety issue". Had sending unit replaced as advised and was told to keep windows down to air the car of gasoline fumes. Mercedes- benz attempted to clean upholstery however this was unsuccessful and will likely need to be replaced.

Filed Mar 27, 2012 · Fuel system · MD

Tl* the contact owns 2004 mercedes benz e500. The contact stated that after refueling, he was unable to start the vehicle and the check engine lamp illuminated. The contact stated that fuel fumes were also emitted into the vehicle. In addition, the contact noticed that fuel was collecting under the rear seat. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 106,945.

Filed Jun 6, 2011 · Transmission · 45,965 miles · CA

My mercedes e500 2004 randomly loses power after coming to a stop. I have to pull over to the side and stop. I turn the engine off and back on and it the power is ok. The check engine light goes out after restarting. This would happen one or twice a month. I only have 45k on the car. Now it's happening quite often. The check engine light would come on and than go out after restarting. I have taken it to the dealer several times and they have found no trouble. They give me the gas cap , bad gas, ect. Today I lost power took in to the dealer and now they are stating a power train problem. I get nervous on the road way when I lose power because I can not speed up and get away from on coming traffic. The dealer is stating 2 to 5 thousand dollars for the repair. This car has less than 45k and I keep it in mint condition and only drive it on week ends. I see that several e500 2004 owners have had the same problem via an on line forum for 2004 e500.