will the stealership change it for free?
DIY Gas Smell Fix
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From: St. Louis, MO
2005 E55 Sedan (Peuter)
I have the same problem as the guy at the top of the post. Fuel pooling at the bottom of that part. What exactly is this part? What does it do? I've been searching MB parts sites but cannot see anything that looks like it (in parts photos).
I took the car to my local guy I use and told him to replace the black hose. He called me back today and said that he thinks the plastic teet to which the hose attaches is cracked because tightening the clamp makes the fuel spurt worse. He wants to replace the whole assembly (whatever that thing is) for $600. Yikes, I thought I would only need the hose replaced. Now I'm not sure what to believe.
I called my stealership and they took the VIN number to check if there was any recall for this. No news from them yet. Car is 2005 with 63K - out of warranty. Anyone know about a recall for this problem?
Thanks
I took the car to my local guy I use and told him to replace the black hose. He called me back today and said that he thinks the plastic teet to which the hose attaches is cracked because tightening the clamp makes the fuel spurt worse. He wants to replace the whole assembly (whatever that thing is) for $600. Yikes, I thought I would only need the hose replaced. Now I'm not sure what to believe.
I called my stealership and they took the VIN number to check if there was any recall for this. No news from them yet. Car is 2005 with 63K - out of warranty. Anyone know about a recall for this problem?
Thanks
Also, if you're a tight wad like I am, you may be able to get by with a much cheaper solution...as in free. I just don't fill my tank up to the top and that works perfectly. If you run your car until the fuel light comes on, then only put in 14 gallons, you'll never smell it again (assuming the leak is in the same spot, of course. also assuming another problem doesn't come up w/ the tank, of course of course, heeeh
). Lastly, if you decide replacing the pump & sending unit is the way to go, check RockAuto.com. They have the complete assembly for 400 something, I think. Best of luck, bro! Laters!
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From: Astoria, NY
2005 Stage I RennTech E55
i have the same problem as well, i ripped the backseat off but didnt have a chance to take apart everything yet to take a peek at it. im out of warrantly as of last month, would they take care of this for free???
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a unicorn tuned p30 e63
This is a very simple fix but if your not careful you will break the nipple off the top of the fuel pressure sending unit. Then your car will sit there with a terrible gas smell while your spending anywhere from 300-500 for a fuel pressure sending unit and then if you dont want to do it yourself about another 300 or more to get in intalled. I changed it myself and i wont say it was hard but i had a tech explain how to change it.
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AMG E55, Stage 1, Strait Pipe from Primary Cats
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I just had this same problem with my E55 today . Noticed a VERY strong gas smell in my garage this morning and in the car while driving. Removed the rear seat bottom and found alot of gas on the left side . Cleaned it all up and when I started the car gas was spraying out of the nipple where the gas line attaches to it. Barely touched the line and the nipple broke off in my hand . WTF .. The recall must had been done on my car since it had the little metal sleeve in the nipple. Well I guess I am on my own with this repair. Does anyone know the best place to buy a new fuel sending unit ?
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I just had this same problem with my E55 today . Noticed a VERY strong gas smell in my garage this morning and in the car while driving. Removed the rear seat bottom and found alot of gas on the left side . Cleaned it all up and when I started the car gas was spraying out of the nipple where the gas line attaches to it. Barely touched the line and the nipple broke off in my hand . WTF .. The recall must had been done on my car since it had the little metal sleeve in the nipple. Well I guess I am on my own with this repair. Does anyone know the best place to buy a new fuel sending unit ?
If you need help to install it and dont have anyone to ask i'll write something up. i should have took pics and posted them, but i'll just tell you how to do it and then you can do it ahaha
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Gas smell
I had exactly same problem few weeks ago. I smelled gas when I fueled full and was gone after driving a while. Then, "check engine" sign lit up so I took it to the dealer.
They took a while to fix this problem. They finally figured it was the cracked gas tank, but eventually they replaced the fuel pump as well. I think the fuel tank was about $800 and $300 for the fuel pump.
Thank gosh Fidelity warranty decided to cover everything because it came out to be $2600 w/ labor... I bet fidelity wanna drop me so bad
They took a while to fix this problem. They finally figured it was the cracked gas tank, but eventually they replaced the fuel pump as well. I think the fuel tank was about $800 and $300 for the fuel pump.
Thank gosh Fidelity warranty decided to cover everything because it came out to be $2600 w/ labor... I bet fidelity wanna drop me so bad
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2008 e63 AMG
2008 e63AMG - Gas Smell After Filling Up
Does anyone know whether there is an actual recall associated with this gas smell/leak issue ? A Google search using "e63 Gas Smell" will result in numerous hits but no recall or tech sheet.
Thanks,
Tim Cochran
Thanks,
Tim Cochran
Last edited by cochrantd; Aug 8, 2010 at 07:47 AM.
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99 E320, 05 E55
RECALL info
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From: NYC
2005 E55
211's have issues with fuel tanks leaking. Will often get fuel smell when completely full. There is a hose connection on the top of the tank that will leak at the plastic welds. Unable to see the connection from the left or right sides under the seats. Also left side sender (drivers side) is fuel filter module, and right side is the actual fuel pump. There is a campaign out for 211 AMG's to replace the fuel filter module if it has certain part numbers.
Also fuel tanks should be covered under emissions warranty which is 8 years 80k miles
Also fuel tanks should be covered under emissions warranty which is 8 years 80k miles
Can anyone confirm this? If not, do i just call up Mercedes and ask if the fuel tank is covered under the 8 year warranty?
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From: St. Louis, MO
2005 E55 Sedan (Peuter)
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2005 E55
Please do.... i replaced the seals on both my pump and module. After a weak or so, my CEL light came on. When i plugged into the comp to see the prob, it said something along the lines of "fuel leak". That and the fact that my gas cap light comes on everytime i have more than 3/4 tank of gas.
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13 E63
Everyone,
Our 03E55 had the recall done in 08. The fuel sending housing was replaced.
In 09 the fuel leak returned. Seals were replaced.
Now in 10 last week came home from vacation and filled up the tank of the E for the wife(its her car) and drove home.
Fuel was pouring out of the same sending unit assembly that was replaced under the recall.
I think MB has a problem. I think MB is trying to kill us because this is literally a bomb under our seats.
I have called NTHSA and I have called MB USA to notify them. There is a huge problem here folks. Check your cars and pull those inspection covers off after filling up your cars. There will be hell to pay this time around.
Our 03E55 had the recall done in 08. The fuel sending housing was replaced.
In 09 the fuel leak returned. Seals were replaced.
Now in 10 last week came home from vacation and filled up the tank of the E for the wife(its her car) and drove home.
Fuel was pouring out of the same sending unit assembly that was replaced under the recall.
I think MB has a problem. I think MB is trying to kill us because this is literally a bomb under our seats.
I have called NTHSA and I have called MB USA to notify them. There is a huge problem here folks. Check your cars and pull those inspection covers off after filling up your cars. There will be hell to pay this time around.
I just had this same problem with my E55 today . Noticed a VERY strong gas smell in my garage this morning and in the car while driving. Removed the rear seat bottom and found alot of gas on the left side . Cleaned it all up and when I started the car gas was spraying out of the nipple where the gas line attaches to it. Barely touched the line and the nipple broke off in my hand . WTF .. The recall must had been done on my car since it had the little metal sleeve in the nipple. Well I guess I am on my own with this repair. Does anyone know the best place to buy a new fuel sending unit ?
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Everyone,
Our 03E55 had the recall done in 08. The fuel sending housing was replaced.
In 09 the fuel leak returned. Seals were replaced.
Now in 10 last week came home from vacation and filled up the tank of the E for the wife(its her car) and drove home.
Fuel was pouring out of the same sending unit assembly that was replaced under the recall.
I think MB has a problem. I think MB is trying to kill us because this is literally a bomb under our seats.
I have called NTHSA and I have called MB USA to notify them. There is a huge problem here folks. Check your cars and pull those inspection covers off after filling up your cars. There will be hell to pay this time around.
Our 03E55 had the recall done in 08. The fuel sending housing was replaced.
In 09 the fuel leak returned. Seals were replaced.
Now in 10 last week came home from vacation and filled up the tank of the E for the wife(its her car) and drove home.
Fuel was pouring out of the same sending unit assembly that was replaced under the recall.
I think MB has a problem. I think MB is trying to kill us because this is literally a bomb under our seats.
I have called NTHSA and I have called MB USA to notify them. There is a huge problem here folks. Check your cars and pull those inspection covers off after filling up your cars. There will be hell to pay this time around.
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13 E63
UPDATE:
It is the same part that has cracked and fuel is pouring out of the fuel sending unit housing on the drivers side.
Same part that was replaced under this recall has failed again in 2 years and 12,000 miles.
I asked the parts department if the part had been further updated? NO
So, I say to you all. Your sending unit housing may/will fail again and its just a matter of time. The part has not been updated.
The only question is this. Will the car blow up before you catch it next time? Will it crack and start leaking while on a hwy trip and leak down on the exhaust before you notice it?
I will post some pics. I literally had a flood of gas in there. Does not take much to ignite with electronics right next to the leak.
It is the same part that has cracked and fuel is pouring out of the fuel sending unit housing on the drivers side.
Same part that was replaced under this recall has failed again in 2 years and 12,000 miles.
I asked the parts department if the part had been further updated? NO
So, I say to you all. Your sending unit housing may/will fail again and its just a matter of time. The part has not been updated.
The only question is this. Will the car blow up before you catch it next time? Will it crack and start leaking while on a hwy trip and leak down on the exhaust before you notice it?
I will post some pics. I literally had a flood of gas in there. Does not take much to ignite with electronics right next to the leak.
Everyone,
Our 03E55 had the recall done in 08. The fuel sending housing was replaced.
In 09 the fuel leak returned. Seals were replaced.
Now in 10 last week came home from vacation and filled up the tank of the E for the wife(its her car) and drove home.
Fuel was pouring out of the same sending unit assembly that was replaced under the recall.
I think MB has a problem. I think MB is trying to kill us because this is literally a bomb under our seats.
I have called NTHSA and I have called MB USA to notify them. There is a huge problem here folks. Check your cars and pull those inspection covers off after filling up your cars. There will be hell to pay this time around.
Our 03E55 had the recall done in 08. The fuel sending housing was replaced.
In 09 the fuel leak returned. Seals were replaced.
Now in 10 last week came home from vacation and filled up the tank of the E for the wife(its her car) and drove home.
Fuel was pouring out of the same sending unit assembly that was replaced under the recall.
I think MB has a problem. I think MB is trying to kill us because this is literally a bomb under our seats.
I have called NTHSA and I have called MB USA to notify them. There is a huge problem here folks. Check your cars and pull those inspection covers off after filling up your cars. There will be hell to pay this time around.
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99 E320, 05 E55
I have the same problem.
I've bought a 2005 E55 a few weeks ago. I have the same problem. I see a puddle of gas near the sending unit. It's NOT from the black hose.
Called MBUSA and found that the recall work was done back in 2008 and that they don't cover it anymore.
Called MBUSA and found that the recall work was done back in 2008 and that they don't cover it anymore.
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13 E63
How does that make you feel?
I'm starting the process to raise holy hell with MB USA. This is crap.
The recalled part is no better than the original. MB US is sending us out to explode these things.
Well BS if they are going to get me. PM me and we can talk about this. I have another call for MB USA tomorrow. Your information would help.
This leak is not coming from the hose. The housing is cracking just like the original part. We are driving ticking time bombs.
I'm starting the process to raise holy hell with MB USA. This is crap.
The recalled part is no better than the original. MB US is sending us out to explode these things.
Well BS if they are going to get me. PM me and we can talk about this. I have another call for MB USA tomorrow. Your information would help.
This leak is not coming from the hose. The housing is cracking just like the original part. We are driving ticking time bombs.
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From: Scottsdale, AZ
2014 E63S
My car is back at the dealership for the second time for the same problem>>>This makes three visits for the two E55's I have owned. Frustrating to say the least. It may be time to rid myself of the 211.
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13 E63
PM sent,
Could you contact me off the forum? Another E55 AMG owner has contacted me with the exact same issue. Recalled component has started to leak fuel.
This is a serious concern and MB USA is not standing by the product or launching a full blown investigation into the matter.
I have notified the NHTSA of the matter and suggest you take 15min to do the same.
It is just a matter of time before one of these blow up. IMHO
Could you contact me off the forum? Another E55 AMG owner has contacted me with the exact same issue. Recalled component has started to leak fuel.
This is a serious concern and MB USA is not standing by the product or launching a full blown investigation into the matter.
I have notified the NHTSA of the matter and suggest you take 15min to do the same.
It is just a matter of time before one of these blow up. IMHO
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PM sent,
Could you contact me off the forum? Another E55 AMG owner has contacted me with the exact same issue. Recalled component has started to leak fuel.
This is a serious concern and MB USA is not standing by the product or launching a full blown investigation into the matter.
I have notified the NHTSA of the matter and suggest you take 15min to do the same.
It is just a matter of time before one of these blow up. IMHO
Could you contact me off the forum? Another E55 AMG owner has contacted me with the exact same issue. Recalled component has started to leak fuel.
This is a serious concern and MB USA is not standing by the product or launching a full blown investigation into the matter.
I have notified the NHTSA of the matter and suggest you take 15min to do the same.
It is just a matter of time before one of these blow up. IMHO
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From: St. Louis, MO
2005 E55 Sedan (Peuter)
Please do.... i replaced the seals on both my pump and module. After a weak or so, my CEL light came on. When i plugged into the comp to see the prob, it said something along the lines of "fuel leak". That and the fact that my gas cap light comes on everytime i have more than 3/4 tank of gas.
Originally Posted by Eurohorses
Please let me know if you find out any additional info on this problem. I have been trying to confirm the details with MB, but every dealer says something different.
Thanks,
Bo
Thanks,
Bo
This thread has recently gotten me interested to find out whether the fuel sending unit swap I had done a couple months ago actually fixed the problem, so I decided to test it by filling the tank up all the way. I never have done that since I first realized that it is a workaround for the problem. Filled it up about an hour ago and as of yet there no fuel smell. I think it would probably smell by now if it would be leaking, but too early to know for sure.
