2004 Mercedes Benz 211 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Mar 17, 2014 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other 211 years
Not enough data 3rd of 3 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 Mercedes Benz 211. That ranks 3rd out of 3 211 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel system, gasoline (2 complaints, 67%), typically at around 79,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2004 Mercedes Benz 211 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Fuel System, Gasoline2 · ~79,000 mi
Fuel/propulsion System1 · ~113,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Fuel System, Gasoline267%79,000——
Fuel/propulsion System133%113,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2013, with 2 complaints
2013: 2201322014: 120141

n = 3 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2004 Mercedes Benz 211 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2004 Mercedes Benz 211.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

I have a strong fuel smell after filling the car. The vehicle was taken in for service and the technician commented on fuel leak marks around the tank. *tr

Fuel/propulsion System · received Mar 17, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10572917

My car smell gas strongly when i put full tank of gas. This is too difficult for me n family. I need recall for mercedes dealer. I read too many complaints about e series in the web. Thanks.... *tr

Fuel System, Gasoline · received Jul 29, 2013 · NHTSA complaint 10532302

Very strong smell of gas from rear right passenger side of car. Fuel leak found under vehicle. Took car to auto shop; mechanic found a defective fuel sender/pump. Replaced sender/pump. Right now there is no strong fuel smell and no visible fuel leak after the repair. This is the second time i took…

Fuel System, Gasoline · received Jun 29, 2013 · NHTSA complaint 10522443

Other Mercedes Benz 211 years

← 2003 211 · 2005 211 →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2005 211130
200430
2003 21190

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Mercedes Benz 211?

Owners most often report fuel system, gasoline, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, fuel system, gasoline, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2004 Mercedes Benz 211?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2004 Mercedes Benz 211 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 211 model years, the 2004 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.