| Issue ID | 1134453 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10660137 |
| Manufacurer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| Brand | MERCEDES BENZ |
| Model | E350 |
| Model Year | 2006 |
| File date | 21/11/14 |
| Component | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Leaking fuel tank. Vehicle is excellent condition, very well maintained, with only 65,000 miles. I took my car into the mercedes dealership for its regular maintenance service. I had just filled the gas tank prior to taking it to the dealership. The technician noticed a strong gas smell around the car. Upon inspection, the dealer mechanic noted a leak in the top of the gas tank, and recommends replacing the fuel tank. Other than this defect, the fuel tank is in good physical condition. I called a number of local mercedes mechanics for price comparison and this appears to be a "known" problem with this make and model. The repair is approximately $2,000! Due to the safety issue involved, i have no other choice but to replace the fuel tank. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 65000 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | LAFAYETTE, CO |
| VIN pattern | WDBUF87J26XXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
| 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 |
| Drive train type | FWD |
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| Vehicle speed | 0 |
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