2008 Mercedes Benz S63 problems

Filed Aug 15, 2024 · Fuel system · CA

About 2 to 3 weeks ago I suddenly started smelling faint gas outside the vehicle on the driver side. Over 2 weeks it got stronger and finally I was able to smell it inside and immediately investigated. I discovered the fuel filter underneath the rear seat behind the driver was leaking and the foam under the seat was soaked in gasoline. I did not find my vehicle to be in recall for this safety issue. However, I did find recall 12V‑557 for other models that have similar issues with a defective fuel filter. I believe my vehicle should be covered by this recall. I resolved this issue by visiting the dealership and after being told my vehicle was not under recall, I purchased the fuel filter myself from the parts department and replaced it. Included are 2 pictures. One showing crack in the filter that cause gasoline to spray against a cover and leak into the vehicle. And a second picture taken showing the fuel filter soaked in gasoline prior to its removal.

Filed Oct 26, 2020 · Transmission · 120,000 miles · MI

Sunroof don't want to close. Need to be replaced by dealer

Filed May 17, 2017 · Driver assistance, Engine · 52,396 miles · IL

I bougt my car 5 months ago I have 52,667 miles on it last week my car just broke down it was towed to dealer and I had to replace thermostat and belt tensioner I paid $1572.58 for it when I received my car it was started but after arriving home I turned off the car and left it after a while a herd weird noise I turned off and back on it started normal but the next day same thing rattling noise when my car was cold took it back to dealer because before the thermostat change car was perfect no noise well dealer told me my car needs cam shaft adjuster solenoid replaced for $6,058.83 and its a common problem I cannot afford it people pay more for car I have amg because their engine is hand assembled and should be perfect . I just filed for bankruptcy and there is no way for me to pay this amount I have a 5 y loan on the car and I just bought it other models are covered for the same problem recall is placed please help me mb knew about it but they used faulty parts anyway.

Filed Mar 7, 2016 · Engine · 66,000 miles · FL

The engine hyrdo locked at 66000 miles and failed a piston rod according to mercedes. Car was maintained and showed no abnormal functionality, just prior to incident at highway speed. Engine locked up. This appears to be a common problem with this car and could be associated with failed head bolt stud.

Filed Oct 19, 2015 · Wheels · 62,000 miles · AL

Heading west on I-10 around 7pm on october 17, 2015 just before mile marker 42. Road construction cut old asphalt out and left a groove over 4" high. I changed lanes and blew one tire (cut side wall straight through on right front tire) our and gouged the other tire. Both tires have to be replaced and possibly one rim if it is bent. I would like to know how to get reimbursed for the damages that this has caused my vehicle.