2004 Mercedes-Benz E350 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Fuel/Propulsion System (7) · Fuel System, Gasoline (2) · Service Brakes (1)
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Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (76)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Service Brakes 2026-09-22 · LI42.10-P-078779 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
complaint repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60mph. note: although the symptom is similar to a tire or wheel vibration, it is usually readily noticeable that it is distinctly different if it happens at all times or only while braking. cause although the cause of the vibra
Structure:body 2026-09-14 · LI82.62-P-078631 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
complaint clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. cause under analysis. remedy to narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • if the noise continues to occur even with the door trim removed, then continue the diagnosis working towards the speaker and if necessary,
Structure:body 2026-08-06 · LI82.62-P-078631 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
complaint clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. cause under analysis. remedy to narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • if the noise continues to occur even with the door trim removed, then continue the diagnosis working towards the speaker and if necessary,
Power Train 2026-07-14 · LI35.30-P-058566 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). the noise is heard once in each instance when changing direction of travel. note: sound file in attachment cause if the complaint is eliminated by experimentally loosening the outboard collar n
Visibility/Wiper 2026-05-19 · LI82.30-P-059239 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
complaint there are several types of complaint about noises or poor windshield wiper wiping performance: a: wiper blades squeaking, chattering, shuddering b: the windshield is not wiped completely (streaking) c: during the downward movement water is pulled back onto the windshield from the a-pillar
Exterior Lighting 2026-04-16 · LI82.10-P-078301 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
complaint headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged. cause fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. it does not lead to any technical impairment of the headlamp. if a pressure compensation diaphragm is fitted in the housing cover, then the l
Showing the 6 most recent of 76 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2021-01-23 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 180,123 mi“received the car from my dad as a gift stong smell of gas coming from inside only reliable transportation for our newborn baby now dont know what to do... looked all over the internet and for recalls and seen a few.. but then i see alot of people saying nothing happens... just saying with something that had a previous recall on and if something wou…”
2020-10-26 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 135,000 mi“i inherited this vehicle from my father and when i fuel up the smell of gas is overpowering. i changed hoses and gaskets in 2018 and was ok until 3 months ago. now it always smells like gas to the point of light-headed and vomiting. called mercedes there was an active recall that expired in 2019 but i had never received notices and spoke to my moth…”
2020-05-18 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 75,000 mi“baffle inside fuel tank broke after normal use, creating rattling noise, cannot be repaired and replacement of tank requires lengthy vehicle disassembly. *tr…”
2020-05-13 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 117,000 mi“fuel smell after filling with gas. *tr…”
2020-03-31 · Service Brakes · 125,000 mi“tl* the contact owns 2004 mercedes benz e350. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the brake pedal was depressed and the vehicle started pulling to the left. the contact stated that the failure occurred during dry or inclement weather. the contact was concerned for her safety. the contact stated that the warranty on the cbc elec…”
2020-03-30 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 150,000 mi“2004 mercedes e320 has a strong gas smell. took vehicle to dealer and found out that "1/3 the fuel tank has a cover on top of it-sandwiched between the top of the tank and the floor of the vehicle the tank is leaking where the cover meets the 2/3 tank when you pull the back seat out you can see the tank top-fuel is seeping out staining the side of …”
2020-02-24 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 268,000 mi“smell strong odor of gasoline after filling gas tank over past several months…”
2017-02-23 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 80,000 mi“when the gas tank was refueled, a strong gas smell (odor) inside the car while driving appeared, causing the driver (my daughter) to open the windows because the smell was so strong. afraid to drive vehicle .whats this about?…”
2014-05-06 · Fuel System, Gasoline“2004 mercedes benz e 350. consumer writes in regards to vehicle repairs. *smd both fuel sending units were leaking oil, the rear seat cushion and insulation were soaked in fuel, and the spark plugs needed to be replaced. *jb…”
2013-07-24 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 140,000 mi“vehicle exhibited strong odor of gas within passenger compartment. left gas tank port and fuel sender unit found to be leaky through cracks in plastic. leak stopped via repair. vehicle still exhibits strong odor of gas outside car especially after a fillup (without "topping off"). odor has not been investigated or fixed. *tr…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.