2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 fuel system problems
The 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 has 78 fuel system complaints filed with NHTSA — 46% of the year's total, and roughly flat versus the prior model year.
78
Fuel System complaints
46%
Share of year
0
Crash-involved
0
Related recalls
Fuel System complaints by year
What owners report
“The 2005 E500 W211 gas tank cracks leaking fuel sending unit and fuel pump. The odor of gas permeates the cabin, recall campaign number 2008-020001, and itâs extension information of 15 years dated Jan. 2015 signed by Ralph S. Fisher GM customer assistance center. The dealer in Hawaiâi refuse…”
Common questions
How many fuel system complaints does the 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 have?
NHTSA has 78 complaints about the 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 fuel system — 46% of all complaints filed for that model year.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.