Mercedes Benz E 2007
Model E made in 2007 by Mercedes Benz got 8 consumer complains there are 2 recalls as well as 11 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to fuel/propulsion system, fuel system, gasoline. Technical service bulletines regarding service brakes, hydraulic, steering and suspension. There were some recalls concerningelectrical system, engine and engine cooling.
Model 2007
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ||||||||||||||||
| 08V303000 | MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. | from 11/01/2002 to 10/31/2007 | V (Vehicle) | 404 | 08/30/2008 | MFR | MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. | 07/07/2008 | 07/09/2008 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Mercedes-benz is recalling my 2006-2008 m-class, r-class, my 2005-2009 slk-class, my 2005-2008 c-class, my 2003-2004 and 2006-2008 clk-class, my 2003-2008 e-class, my 2004 and 2008 cl-class, my 2008 cls-class, my 2004 and 2007-2008 s-class, my 2003 g-class, and my 2003-2004, 2006 and 2009 sl-class vehicles. a software calibration number (scn) coding received on the affected vehicles during a recent workshop visit was incorrect. depending on the model year and model affected, the results of an incorrect scn coding can affect a number of vehicle safety and emission functions including the following types of functions: (1) the fuel gauge readings may be incorrect; (2) a stuck fuel-level sensor may not be displayed in the instrument cluster; (3) the obd system may cause the check engine light to illuminate incorrectly; and, (4) the speedometer may be out of tolerance. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | In the event of a vehicle crash, the electrical fuel pump may not receive a crash signal that is required for the fuel pump to disconnect and prevent future fuel delivery as designed. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will recode the scn free of charge. the recall began on august 30, 2008. owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Mercedes-benz recall no. 2008 070001.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - DIESEL | ||||||||||||||||
| 08V006000 | MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. | from 05/01/2006 to 10/31/2007 | V (Vehicle) | 9004 | 02/04/2008 | MFR | MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. | 01/09/2008 | 01/09/2008 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain passenger vehicles equipped with diesel engines, the crankshaft sensor could fail due to separation of bond wires from the lead frame in the sensor. this results in an interruption in the electrical connection in the chip housing of the sensor. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | When this happens, the vehicle may lose power rather than enter a limp-home mode. in addition, the vehicle cannot be restarted after failure of the electrical connection in the sensor, increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the crankshaft sensor. the recall began on february 4, 2008. owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Mercedes recall no. 2008010005.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - PEDALS AND LINKAGES | |||||
| PB-43-10-03 | 06/26/2008 | 10026023 | Mercedes benz: popping noise when brake pedal is quickly depressed. *pe | 09/24/2008 | |
| STEERING | |||||
| C1A-071101 | 11/01/2007 | 10025461 | Replace steering angle sensor. erase any stored dtc codes as described in the procedure just prior to retail sale. *pe | 08/12/2008 | |
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - SHOCK ABSORBER | |||||
| SB-32-25-82 | 11/19/2010 | 10037408 | Ready | 05/23/2011 | |
| SB-32-25-82 | 11/19/2010 | 10037408 | Mercedes-benz: shock absorber procedure. *rm | 05/23/2011 | |
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - SPRINGS - AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM | |||||
| SB-32-25-82 | 11/19/2010 | 10037408 | Ready | 05/23/2011 | |
| SB-32-25-82 | 11/19/2010 | 10037408 | Mercedes-benz: shock absorber procedure. *rm | 05/23/2011 | |
| SUSPENSION - REAR - AXLE - NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY | |||||
| PB-35-31-05 | 07/28/2008 | 10025842 | Mercedes benz: model 171.454, 456 (2005-2008) slk class; 204.054, 056, 081 (2008) c class; 211.022, 056, 072, 087, 090 (2006-2008) e class. vehicles produced between 2/21/08 and 4/3/08 with differential serial number 1824214 to 1865328. | 09/09/2008 | |
| SUSPENSION - REAR - SHOCK ABSORBER | |||||
| SB-32-25-82 | 11/19/2010 | 10037408 | Mercedes-benz: shock absorber procedure. *rm | 05/23/2011 | |
| SB-32-25-82 | 11/19/2010 | 10037408 | Ready | 05/23/2011 | |
| SUSPENSION - REAR - SPRINGS - AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM | |||||
| SB-32-25-82 | 11/19/2010 | 10037408 | Mercedes-benz: shock absorber procedure. *rm | 05/23/2011 | |
| SB-32-25-82 | 11/19/2010 | 10037408 | Ready | 05/23/2011 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | |||
| 10/18/2011 | 50384 | ||
| Strong fuel odor after filling tank. returned to dealer 3 times odor remains after supposed repairs. this appears to be a safety issue> | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||
| 08/02/2010 | |||
| Reference nhtsa action number: pe12001 every time i fill my tank there is a strong fuel smell, which lasts until it the tank level decreases. | |||