| Issue ID | 948407 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10482449 |
| Manufacurer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| Brand | MERCEDES BENZ |
| Model | E320 |
| Model Year | 2007 |
| File date | 25/10/12 |
| Component | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | I took my 2007 mercedes benz blutech to the dealer for the once a year "b" service. While they were doing the service, they noticed diesel fuel leaking behind the left rear tire. I had them perform an inspection for $135 and they determined that fuel was leaking out of the left fuel level sender area with no visual damage. They recommended replacing left tank seal and inspecting tank and sensor for cracks for $368. Before having the work performed , i went on the internet and found others having the same problem with their mercedes with nhtsa action #pe12001. We had no fuel smell or any indications there was a leak. I feel this is a serious defect and mercedes benz should recall these vehicles before someone gets killed. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 21458 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | SCOTTS VALLEY, CA |
| VIN pattern | WDBUF22X67BXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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| Was part original equipment? | |
| No. of injured persons | 0 |
| No. of fatalities | 0 |
| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
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| Vehicle speed | 0 |
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