| Issue ID | 1673725 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11338659 |
| Manufacurer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| Brand | MERCEDES-BENZ |
| Model | E350 |
| Model Year | 2012 |
| File date | 24/06/20 |
| Component | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Mercedes e350 2dr cabrio with 50,000 miles has strong fuel odor on drivers side. Mercedes mechanic found leak from left side of fuel tank w/ fuel cover cracked and leaking. Well maintained, single owner car. Mercedes has recalled earlier models with same issue but has not yet recalled this model. Dangerous safety issue. Strong fuel order smell inside car compartment and while outside divers side. Likely fire risk. Needs to be addressed asap. |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | LA JOLLA, CA |
| VIN pattern | WDDKK5KF1CFXXXXXX |
| 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 |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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