!!! ATTENTION !!!! - FUEL LEAK ISSUE HAS BEEN SETTLED BY DAIMLER-BENZ... 2014.12.23
#1026
Thanks MACKHACK! Do you know the thread/post number by any chance? This thread is 41 pages long!
If you start a class action please let me know and I'll join you! They need to take this SH$$ seriously when lives/structures are at RISK!
I know good attorneys here in SOCAL! I have receipts of everything done at my mechanics in regards to this......
If you start a class action please let me know and I'll join you! They need to take this SH$$ seriously when lives/structures are at RISK!
I know good attorneys here in SOCAL! I have receipts of everything done at my mechanics in regards to this......
#1027
Junior Member
Gas Smell- Fixed at the dealer under warranty
I had gas smell, in and around my 2007 E63AMG, took her to the dealership after reading this thread, and got it fixed, replace the gas tank and all that jazz for FREE at my local dealership.
thanks MB Forums!
thanks MB Forums!
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Feuerdrachen (06-09-2020)
#1028
Just purchased a 2005 E55 with 42K miles. I'm getting the gas tank repair/swap out. What are the correct part numbers for the pieces to do this? The dealer communicated these are the items being swapped out:
Tank
Jumper Harness
Various Seals
Tank
Jumper Harness
Various Seals
#1029
Junior Member
I got this done on my 07 E63 2 weeks ago, the MB dealership should know all the parts.
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Jbrody1072 (01-27-2020)
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Verify with your own eyes the tech installed the adapter harness to the fuel pumps on the passenger side.
https://mbworld.org/forums/w211-amg/...ml#post7933111
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Jbrody1072 (01-27-2020)
#1031
EPC lists about 10+ required parts that they would sell to you at the counter if you would buy the new pumps yourself. But being MB and trying to be as cheap as possible they leave important parts out.
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Jbrody1072 (01-27-2020)
#1032
I called 1 dealer and the person didn't want to check the VIN as he had 'never heard of that issue'. Said I had to bring the car in to pay a diagnostic fee first. The fuel smell got to the point where I couldn't drive the car anymore and I got in the habit of only filling 1/2 tank. So I took a look myself and found a nice puddle of fuel. Thinking it would be an easy fix, I did take it upon myself to replace the sending unit gasket as I thought that could be the source based on the location of the sitting fuel. But that apparently wasn't the source. After replacing it, I filled up again and this time could see where the tank was damp. Looked like it was coming from higher up under the sheetmetal. So I tried to call another dealer and the lady I spoke to had heard of it, ran my VIN and confirmed it was covered issue. It's still there now for the last week waiting on a new tank, but at least they gave me a loaner: '20 A220 4matic. So they can keep my car as long as they need
#1034
Had my '05 in for inspection of the fuel leak. It was definitely present on both sides upon checking under the rear seat. Seven days in the shop (with a loaner GLB for me to use) and I picked it up today. New fuel tank, fuel pump, FSUs, etc. The invoice showed to me was over two thousand dollars in parts and about seven hours of labor. I'm so glad it was in the warranty coverage period!
#1036
Greetings go out to my buddy Slobo How you doing bud?
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#1041
I just purchase a 2004 e55 with 95k miles. I have owned the car for over two weeks now. I filled up my tank on Saturday for the first time and smelled the gas next morning. Anyone have any experiences trying to get MB to warranty the fuel issue outside the 15 years?
#1042
But why don’t you call around and ask them? Only the dealerships can give you a solid answer to that question as they are the one who do it.
Good luck.
#1043
#1044
I didn't know about this issue until now and doubt the dealership will pay for the repairs on my 04 E55.
The only problem I'm having is when I try to put gas in the car. It always stops the pump or starts to overflow. I attributed this to the stupid safety emissions mechanisms that they put on the pumps in California, Oregon, Washington, etc., because I don't really have the same problem when I pump gas in Arizona.
Now I'm wondering if it's a gas tank issue...
The only problem I'm having is when I try to put gas in the car. It always stops the pump or starts to overflow. I attributed this to the stupid safety emissions mechanisms that they put on the pumps in California, Oregon, Washington, etc., because I don't really have the same problem when I pump gas in Arizona.
Now I'm wondering if it's a gas tank issue...
#1045
Not so fast. Take it to a dealer if you smell gasoline in the interior, and ask them to take a look. If they see the vents are leaking, there is a very good chance you will get a loaner for two weeks and a replacement of your gas tank, no charge. This happened to me 3 years ago with a 2006 E55.
#1046
Not so fast. Take it to a dealer if you smell gasoline in the interior, and ask them to take a look. If they see the vents are leaking, there is a very good chance you will get a loaner for two weeks and a replacement of your gas tank, no charge. This happened to me 3 years ago with a 2006 E55.
But that being said, go shop around. Go to different dealerships. Some actually fight for customers and know how to get good will requests with MBUSA approved. Others are slackers and don’t give a **** about customers.
#1047
Not so fast. The extended warranty is for 15 years and starts with the first sale of a vehicle. He’s clearly out of the 15 years.
But that being said, go shop around. Go to different dealerships. Some actually fight for customers and know how to get good will requests with MBUSA approved. Others are slackers and don’t give a **** about customers.
But that being said, go shop around. Go to different dealerships. Some actually fight for customers and know how to get good will requests with MBUSA approved. Others are slackers and don’t give a **** about customers.
Considering their history of poor customer service, this result wasn't too surprising.
#1049
Super Member
I had my tank replaced under warranty, and believe it is having the vent issue again... Wish they would honor the warranty outside of 15 yrs on a already replaced tank.
#1050
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