Urgent notice. 03-06 E55's that were involved in the fuel sender recall are bombs.
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I would like to add to master list.
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2004 E55 AMG
I had the recall performed on my car several years ago (A211 470 51 94), it just now cracked and need to replace again
If I purchase the old unit A211 470 49 94 will I be able to use it without having to change anything back....ie....any adapters changed etc....I am looking to just get it fixed for cheap and sell it, this is a crock of ****
If I purchase the old unit A211 470 49 94 will I be able to use it without having to change anything back....ie....any adapters changed etc....I am looking to just get it fixed for cheap and sell it, this is a crock of ****
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1994 E320 Coupe, 1979 500SLC, 2005 E55 - Sold
We should approach Jenelle Embrey to be our spokeswoman. She has been a huge supporter of the recent case against Chrysler and was on CNN today:
http://www.change.org/petitions/dot-...death-in-jeeps
http://www.change.org/petitions/dot-...death-in-jeeps
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E63 2007 & S55 2002 & ML 500 2006
Anyone had this leak issue MB covered with E63 '07?
Just bought it - and 3 weeks later got the fuel leak from the fuel pressure pump on top of pump
Did anyone with earlier E63 have this issue and was it resolved by dealer or MB?
new to this forum, but have been on benzworld saw this thread is excellent - and scary popular
Any added info would be awesome!
Thanks!
Did anyone with earlier E63 have this issue and was it resolved by dealer or MB?
new to this forum, but have been on benzworld saw this thread is excellent - and scary popular
Any added info would be awesome!
Thanks!
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04 E55 AMG, 03 350z Track Built/Single Turbo
I ended up fixing mine (for now) by replacing both the drivers and passenger side fuel pump units and fuel sender units, both the seals around the top, and fixing a leak in one of the filler lines.
I also had to replace the plug for the power to the top of the pumps on the passenger side. Had to buy a specific plug and pins that mated together, and the MB shop didn't have the correct part numbers for them. What a frustrating situation.
Either way, it was a frustrating situation that I hope does not return.
On another note - I have a spare fuel tank from a 2006 E55 with ~35k miles that I received from a salvage yard but didnt use. If anyone needs one for a reasonable price (mostly shipping the thing), I'll sell it off.
I also had to replace the plug for the power to the top of the pumps on the passenger side. Had to buy a specific plug and pins that mated together, and the MB shop didn't have the correct part numbers for them. What a frustrating situation.
Either way, it was a frustrating situation that I hope does not return.
On another note - I have a spare fuel tank from a 2006 E55 with ~35k miles that I received from a salvage yard but didnt use. If anyone needs one for a reasonable price (mostly shipping the thing), I'll sell it off.
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Honda Accord has a similar issue
http://www.autoblog.com/2013/07/19/h...uel-tank-neck/
http://www.autoblog.com/2013/07/19/h...uel-tank-neck/
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2003 E55 AMG
Hulk is right. You should be able to take it back within the one year warranty period. Also, I don't care if mine starts showing these signs two months after the warranty period. I'm going to raise holy hell since this really shouldn't be happening on a 15 year old car, let alone a Mercedes.
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2005 E55 AMG
Replaced my fuel sender units in June 2011 and paid $1600 for the repair. Now, only 10,000 miles later, MB says there's a crack again and wants to charge me $1600 to replace them again. They say the warranty on the initial repair was only for 1 year and the recall doesn't apply. This is an outrage. Already submitted my complaint to NHTSA. If anyone wants more detail, PM me.
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2004 E55 AMG
Fuel Senders Leaking
I am having the same problem. Noticed the fuel smell. Followed the posts. Looked under the back seat and tadaaa - problem there. Leaking all over the caps and down into the splash guards under the car as well.
It is with the stealership for 1500.00. Both senders are cracked and leaking. Although only one I saw evidence of when i first looked.
On a positive note - they are replacing the SBC unit at no cost to me.
It is with the stealership for 1500.00. Both senders are cracked and leaking. Although only one I saw evidence of when i first looked.
On a positive note - they are replacing the SBC unit at no cost to me.
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e55 amg
e55 fuel leak
My 2003 e55 just started with the fuel smell after fill-up, actually the last two. I removed the rear seats & exposed the two round service access panels to the fuel senders. The leak was on the driver's side as the passenger side is passive, while the driver side is active. I removed the gas in the bottom of the unit, drove 15 miles, and didn't observe any further leaks. I intend to ask Mercedes to correct problem, N/C. I'll report back. I do know that when refilling, refill well shy of full & the leak does not occur. I've attached a pic of the fuel sending unit that is leaking.
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2004 E55 AMG
Fuel Sender Leak
My 2003 e55 just started with the fuel smell after fill-up, actually the last two. I removed the rear seats & exposed the two round service access panels to the fuel senders. The leak was on the driver's side as the passenger side is passive, while the driver side is active. I removed the gas in the bottom of the unit, drove 15 miles, and didn't observe any further leaks. I intend to ask Mercedes to correct problem, N/C. I'll report back. I do know that when refilling, refill well shy of full & the leak does not occur. I've attached a pic of the fuel sending unit that is leaking.
Last edited by dsatch; Nov 18, 2013 at 10:39 PM.
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what part #s are being used to replace the fuel sending units??
My last repair march 2011 was 2114705194. PS 2114701794?? Is what was given to me by 2 different dealers parts tech person.
16,000 miles later, my car cut off while driving.
My last repair march 2011 was 2114705194. PS 2114701794?? Is what was given to me by 2 different dealers parts tech person.
16,000 miles later, my car cut off while driving.
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GregMB, thanks for compiling the list of members and their NHTSA ODI numbers.
Are you also compiling names from people in the W211 forum? on the same list?
I just bought a one-owner 2004 E320 w/ 84k miles last week. Already had a 1997 E420 for the last seven years, so decided to stay w/ the brand...
Filled up the E320 yesterday and got the strong fuel odor in the garage last night, so I pulled the seat and covers this morning. Sure enough, fuel puddled on top of the drivers side sending unit.
Filed my complaint w/ NHTSA: Your Confirmation Number (ODI Number) is: 10554005.
The most recent response from MBUSA on 11-7-2013 doesn't seem too promising....
http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/acms/cs...003-58167P.pdf
Are you also compiling names from people in the W211 forum? on the same list?
I just bought a one-owner 2004 E320 w/ 84k miles last week. Already had a 1997 E420 for the last seven years, so decided to stay w/ the brand...
Filled up the E320 yesterday and got the strong fuel odor in the garage last night, so I pulled the seat and covers this morning. Sure enough, fuel puddled on top of the drivers side sending unit.
Filed my complaint w/ NHTSA: Your Confirmation Number (ODI Number) is: 10554005.
The most recent response from MBUSA on 11-7-2013 doesn't seem too promising....
http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/acms/cs...003-58167P.pdf
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2005 E55 Wagon, 2017 C63S Cab, 1986 560SL
So they're blaming the owner topping off? BS, BS, BS. Never topped off my E55 in my life. Not once.
Now the repaired tank appears to be leaking after less than 5,000 miles.
I love our wagon, but this might be the end.
Now the repaired tank appears to be leaking after less than 5,000 miles.
I love our wagon, but this might be the end.
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W212 E63 AMG S Model
It's bad engineering... I've topped off 20 year old cars with 200,000+ miles and nothing has ever happened. All of a sudden a $100k performance car has a super fragile fuel pumping system? They just need to step up and admit that their design is flawed. They're too high on their horse to come out and say that though.
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2004 E55 AMG
After the fuel smell and other major issues I saw coming I sadly sold my baby. I hope my C6 ZO6 treats me and the wife better. I don't think it costs $150 for a seat bolt on a Corvette and my wife is more of a sports car girl anyways. Maybe someday I'll try for a E63 AMG S.
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I've been smelling fuel intermittently in my E55 for the past week now, fearing the worst. Tonight, I pulled the inspection covers and noticed the driver's side unit looks newer and is stamped 2008. No leaks whatsoever on that one. Passenger side is stamped 2004 (presumably original) and has a small crack with what appears to be fuel residue around it. I don't see any fuel on either side nor can I smell any, so I'm not positive it's coming from there, but I'd like to seal that crack with something. Does anyone know what I can use to seal that crack that won't leak or dissolve from fuel or vapors? I'm thinking some kind of Permatex RTV or JB Weld? The smell is intermittent and I think it could be coming from under the hood. Will keep sniffing around to pinpoint the source. Thanks
