Mercedes Benz E500 check engine light comes on

Filed Mar 11, 2026 · Fuel system · 77,000 miles · CA

The contact owns a 2006 Mercedes-Benz E500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact became aware of a fuel leak, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. A diagnostic test revealed an Evaporative Emissions (EVAP) control system leak. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 77,000.

Filed Jul 22, 2025 · Engine, Fuel system · CA

Car smells like gas. Constantly a couple machanic. Did some repairs. But there’s a small leak as well from a smoke test. Gas leaks in more than one area. Oil leaks everywhere. Evap leak didn’t pass smog. Then went to a smog station and repair. Check engine light back on again. I saw Mercedes had an extended warranty to avoid recalling several safety complaints. I got the car from a guy who never looked into recalls or extended warranty for these complaints. Please help me to get refunded what I payed so far with repairs on gas leaks. Also to repair the whole gas system. It is dangerously ongoing. I never got notified by Mercedes nor did the previous owner.

Filed Sep 7, 2020 · Fuel system · 800,000 miles · NV

Emission system has multiple issues over time that cause check engine ligjt to engage. Problem s range from, gas cap to fuel tank parts to valves to carbon canister issues. All issues occur when vehicle is stationary and in motion. No impact.

Filed Feb 20, 2020 · Visibility · 170,000 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 mercedes benz e500. The contact stated that water entered the cabin of the vehicle from the sunroof. The contact stated that the water entered the sunroof, rolled down the driver's side door and into the engine compartment. The battery and service engine warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the auxiliary battery, the rear battery, and the alternator were replaced however, the failure recurred. The contact then received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 19v918000 (visibility). (rbm of atlanta, inc. 7640 roswell rd, atlanta, ga 30350) was notified of the recall and informed the contact that the part for the recall repair was unavailable. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 170,000. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

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 Jul 9, 2017 · Fuel system · 147,000 miles · WI

Red colored message appeared on dashboard window readout indicating a problem with the gas cap. The message appears inter mitenaly while driving along with the check engine message. Message came on 7/717 while driving on highway and continues except when engine is shut down.

Filed Dec 3, 2015 · Engine, Transmission · 100,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 mercedes benz e500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the gear shifter failed to shift out of gear. The contact mentioned that the vehicle required to be restarted in order for the gear shifter to function. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the turbine sensor, the wheel, the spark plugs, and the coil pack needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. In addition, the check engine warning light illuminated. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.

Filed Jul 8, 2015 · Engine, Fuel system · 167,000 miles · AZ

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 mercedes benz e500. The contact stated that the check engine warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel tank needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The contact mentioned that there was a manufacturer's recall related to the failure, but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 167,000.

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.