Mercedes-Benz E350 Fuel/propulsion System Problems
Owners have filed 537 complaints with NHTSA about fuel/propulsion system problems on the Mercedes-Benz E350 across 17 model years. The 2007 model year has the most (177). The words owners use most often: “fuel tank” (26% of reports).
- 537fuel/propulsion system complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 4mention a crash
- 7mention an injury
- 0related recalls
- $3,800typical repair cost reported by owners
- 31%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Fuel tank: mentioned in 137 of 537 complaints (26%)
- Gas smell: mentioned in 58 of 537 complaints (11%)
- Strong odor: mentioned in 50 of 537 complaints (9%)
- Inside outside: mentioned in 50 of 537 complaints (9%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical fuel/propulsion system repair on the Mercedes-Benz E350 at $3,800, and half of them between $2,350 and $4,400.
Based on 46 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2012–2025), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do fuel/propulsion system problems happen?
Based on 393 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 537 complaints, 4 mention a crash, 7 a fire, 7 an injury.
Mercedes-Benz E350 fuel/propulsion system complaints by model year
| Model year | Fuel/propulsion System complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 E350 | 2 | 15% | — |
| 2020 E350 | 1 | 13% | — |
| 2017 E350 | 2 | 29% | 27,500 |
| 2016 E350 | 2 | 4% | — |
| 2015 E350 | 2 | 6% | — |
| 2014 E350 | 24 | 9% | 11,000 |
| 2013 E350 | 7 | 4% | 36,295 |
| 2012 E350 | 27 | 12% | 74,500 |
| 2011 E350 | 28 | 13% | 59,400 |
| 2010 E350 | 18 | 10% | 80,000 |
| 2009 E350 | 27 | 42% | 98,000 |
| 2008 E350 | 65 | 38% | 92,151 |
| 2007 E350 | 177 | 51% | 80,000 |
| 2006 E350 | 144 | 36% | 96,750 |
| 2005 E350 | 2 | 13% | 51,017 |
| 2004 E350 | 7 | 70% | 135,000 |
| 2003 E350 | 2 | 29% | 188,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (0)
No safety recall lists fuel/propulsion system for the Mercedes-Benz E350. A pattern of complaints does not always lead to a recall.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
Vehicle subframe corrosion (manufacturer extended warranty offered). Rear brake lines corroded/leaking. Vehicle leaks fuel; steel fuel line corroded. Vehicle has about 105k miles. Minor fire started when yard maintenance came in contact with fuel saturated ground where vehicle had been parked/moved…
Vehicle: 2021 Mercedes-Benz E350 Sedan (W213) VIN: [XXX] While operating the vehicle, the diagnostic system displayed the fault code P240200 related to the Evaporative Emission Control System (EVAP). The warning message indicated a âpositive short circuitâ in the fuel vapor leak diagnosis pump…
The failed component is a fuel pump, and it is available for inspection upon request. My safety and the safety of others was put at risk due to the following: 1) Sudden engine stalling 2) Dangerous power loss while accelerating 3) Potential fire risks; a damaged fuel pump assembley can cause fuel…
Strong smell of fuel from the rear wheel well areas, especially after a fill. I have been searching the recalls and found a 15V-792 / [redacted] Recall Summary as well as a 15V-792 / [redacted] Recall Solution. Please advise if this is of safety concern and the dealer should address this concern…
NHTSA Complaint Vehicle: 2015 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Gas Fuel Pump Filter Housing Defective Know Manufacture defect -Fuel pooling under rear seat causing fumes in cabin. Health and fire risk. Request investigation and recall/Safety consideration. -Service Center inspection Video Confirmation…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Mercedes-Benz E350s have fuel/propulsion system problems?
No. NHTSA has 537 owner complaints about fuel/propulsion system for the Mercedes-Benz E350. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Mercedes-Benz E350 fuel/propulsion system?
No recall currently lists fuel/propulsion system for this vehicle.
How much does it cost to fix fuel/propulsion system problems on the Mercedes-Benz E350?
Owners report a typical cost of $3,800 (half paid between $2,350 and $4,400), from 46 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about fuel/propulsion system problems on the Mercedes-Benz E350?
The most frequent phrase is “fuel tank”, in 137 of 537 complaints, followed by “gas smell” (58).
Other Mercedes-Benz E350 problems
- Air Bags problems (396)
- Fuel System, Gasoline problems (227)
- Engine problems (196)
- Service Brakes problems (186)
- Electrical System problems (179)
- Power Train problems (130)
- Suspension problems (117)
- Structure problems (106)
See all Mercedes-Benz E350 problems.