TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MERCEDES BENZ E350. THE CONTACT NOTICED A STRONG FUEL ODOR AFTER REFUELING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL SYSTEM NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED AT A COST OF $3,000. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 124,000.
2008 mercedes-benz E-Class fuel system problems
moderate 32 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,200
Complaints
32
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$1,200
What owners are reporting 5 most recent
THE FUEL GAUGE HAS BECOME INCONSISTENT DURING THE PAST FEW MONTHS. THE FUEL LEVELS RUN UP AND DOWN AND NEVER GO BELOW THE HALF WAY MARK. WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY YESTERDAY AND THE CAR COMPLETELY RAN OUT OF GAS. NO WARNING OR INDICATION OF LOW GAS LEVELS. HAD ACTUALLY SHOW 231 MILES REMAINING. I WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER AND GET ASSISTANCE. HOWEVER, COULD HAVE BEEN VERY DANGEROUS HAD IT NOT BEEN THE …
AFTER REFUELING MY CAR'S GAS TANK I BEGAN TO NOTICE SOME SORT OF GAS LEAKAGE. IT'S ESPECIALLY PRONOUNCED WHEN THE CAR IS PARKED IN THE GARAGE SINCE THE FUME IS UNMISTAKABLE. THERE IS APPARENTLY A FUEL LEAKAGE NEAR THE REAR TIRE (DRIVER'S SIDE). I'M CONCERNED THAT IF THERE WERE ANYTHING IN THE GARAGE THAT IS IGNITED IT WOULD CAUSE SOME TERRIBLE INCIDENT. AFTER I BROUGHT MY CAR IN FOR SERVICE I …
The contact owns a 2008 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start after several attempts. In addition, the engine began to sputter while idling. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic where the fuel tank sensor was replaced; however, the failure persisted. The contact also stated that while his daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed, the ve…
VEHICLE DIAGNOSED WITH A LEAKING FUEL TANK. *TR
Common questions
How serious is the fuel system problem on the 2008 mercedes-benz E-Class?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 32 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $1,200 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the fuel system typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,200 for fuel system repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to fuel system?
No active recalls currently cover fuel system issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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