2006 Mercedes-Benz E Class Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 60%of 10 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 73,410miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the fuel system of the 2006 Mercedes-Benz E Class, 60% of the 10 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 73,410 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“This isn't a complaint, it is a request for consideration of or assistance for the replacement of the gasoline tank for my vehicle. When I took ownership from the previous owner, the first time I filled up the gas tank, the vehicle was emitting a strong gasoline odor. I took the vehicle to the mercedes benz certified service representative here because this is where the previous owner always had this vehicle serviced. …”
NHTSA complaint #10457124, filed 2012-05, 146,000 miles“Each time after fill up the gasoline (no over fill), I have to smell the fuel smell for one or two days. I had this problem since 2009, but the odor is getting extremely strong. I went to a local mercedes deal for inspection,they charged me $175 and insisted that it is not recall item. The inspection shows: 73412 fuel sender leaking fuel, vehicle not safe for use at this time due to fire hazard, inspected vehicle found gasoline leaking from rear of vehicle, removed rear seat and inspection cover for fuel sender, found fuel puddled at sender. …”
NHTSA complaint #10553931, filed 2013-11, 73,410 miles“Whenever my car filled up (not over fill) with gasoline, the strong gasoline smell will last a few days. The car was investigated by mercedes dealer, they found fuel puddled at sender underneath the rear seat on left side. They stated that the car is not safe for use at this time due to fire hazard. However, they won't fix it as manufacture defect and would charge me for $1,300.00 and I didn't repair it since it is too expensive. I also the fuel sending unit is not the part that need regular service and should not be ware out. Mercedes benz need to issue a recall on this problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10559479, filed 2014-01, 73,410 miles“Fuel smell when vehicle is filled up ...fuel leaking at top of fuel tank ...this is a know problem with the w211 E Class cars from 2003 to 2009 dealer wants 2000.00 to repair this flaw in the fuel system mercedes will not help at all with this known problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10458202, filed 2012-05, 50,000 miles“2006 mercedes e350 purchased in november 2007. Current mileage less than 90k. In march 2012 I entered my garage and smelled a heavy scent of gasoline. Vehicle taken to mercedes benz of buckhead. Advised that there was a problem with fuel leaking under back passenger seat. Vehicle has never been involved in an accident. Repair cost $965.63.”
NHTSA complaint #10567757, filed 2014-03Related service bulletins
- 10025554Mar 1, 2008Mercedes benz service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. Check fuel filter module assembly and repair or replace if necessary. Models 211 and 219 amg. Model…
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1 | 20% |
| 2006 | 6 | 60% |
| 2005 | 5 | 56% |
| 2004 | 5 | 33% |
| 2003 | 11 | 24% |
| 2001 | 1 | 7% |
| 2000 | 1 | 3% |
| 1999 | 1 | 8% |
| 1998 | 1 | 4% |
| 1997 | 1 | 3% |
| 1995 | 1 | 5% |
| 1994 | 1 | 3% |
| 1993 | 1 | 14% |
Other parts of the 2006 Mercedes-Benz E Class
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About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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