NHTSA Investigation_03-09_W211 PDF

A documentation that provides details on a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) investigation into fuel leakage issues in Mercedes-Benz vehicles. The report summarizes consumer complaints regarding gasoline odor and leaks in Model Year 2003-2008 E-Class vehicles, particularly around fuel tanks and related components. It notes that complaints led to an engineering analysis, highlighting specific leak sources such as the fuel filter/sender and pumps. The document concludes with a resolution involving extended warranty coverage by Mercedes-Benz for affected components.