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Mercedes-Benz E500

Data refreshed May 30, 2026

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Complaints

758

Active records

Recalls

15

Active records

TSBs

173

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

0

Injuries

24

Crashes

22

Fires

10

Top reported issues — Mercedes-Benz E500

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Condition issue

235

Smell

181

Reporting mechanism

154

Fluid issue

138

Operating state

116

Braking behavior

104

Recent change

65

Engine behavior

56

Ride/handling behavior

34

Performance issue

33

Safety restraint issue

31

Noise

29

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

27

Driver assistance issue

24

Thermal issue

22

Electrical issue

21

Safety restraint behavior

20

Steering behavior

16

Vibration/harshness

16

Infotainment behavior

11

Lighting behavior

11

Access/entry issue

10

Starting behavior

10

Powering on/off behavior

7

HVAC behavior

5

Wiper/washer behavior

3

Communication/network issue

1

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2004 MERCEDES BENZ E500

Filed May 26, 2026


Approximately in March 2026, I started noticing a very strong gasoline odor coming from my 2004 Mercedes-Benz E 500 4-matic with original miles approximately 56,300. The fuel odor always got stronger whenever I would fill up the gas tank. The history on my car is such that it has always been garage kept. The gasoline odor coming from my car started getting stronger and stronger while in my garage. On Memorial Day 2026 I called HQ, Mercedes Benz and told them about the gas odor coming from my…

2006 MERCEDES BENZ E500

Filed Mar 11, 2026


The contact owns a 2006 Mercedes-Benz E500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact became aware of a fuel leak, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. A diagnostic test revealed an Evaporative Emissions (EVAP) control system leak. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 77,000.

2004 MERCEDES BENZ E500

Filed Jan 20, 2026


I am submitting this complaint regarding a suspected safety-related defect involving the fuel system of my Mercedes-Benz vehicle. I have experienced a persistent gasoline odor originating from the vehicle. The presence of fuel odor is not a normal operating condition and reasonably indicates a potential failure involving the fuel tank, fuel lines, or related fuel system components. Fuel vapors present a known fire and explosion hazard and constitute a safety risk to vehicle occupants,…

2005 MERCEDES BENZ E500

Filed Dec 20, 2025


This is not about an accident. It's about the vehicle's condition. Precisely, about the brake service warning. Red warning with beeping on dashboard saying I need to bring it to workshop for service. My wife was driving this car when she felt something was wrong with the car and she brought it to her trustful mechanic for check up right away sameday That mechanic gave up to look any further suggesting a visit to MB dealer.

2005 MERCEDES BENZ E500

Filed Jul 22, 2025


Car smells like gas. Constantly a couple machanic. Did some repairs. But there’s a small leak as well from a smoke test. Gas leaks in more than one area. Oil leaks everywhere. Evap leak didn’t pass smog. Then went to a smog station and repair. Check engine light back on again. I saw Mercedes had an extended warranty to avoid recalling several safety complaints. I got the car from a guy who never looked into recalls or extended warranty for these complaints. Please help me to get refunded what I…

2006 MERCEDES BENZ E500

Filed Jan 31, 2025


My father and mother were driving back home on the evening of 1/29/25 when all of a sudden they heard a loud pop/explosion and their seat belts tightened. They were traveling at a speed of approximately 35 mph on local roads. There was no accident, collision, or warning signs, but the driver's side airbags, left side of the car, deployed. The message on the odometer said SRS Restraint system malfunction. The car is a 2006 Mercedes E500 with 58,900 miles having one owner and all maintenance…

2003 MERCEDES BENZ E500

Filed Jan 23, 2025


The contact owns a 2003 Mercedes-Benz E500. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the brake pedal was depressed but the pedal was stiff. The vehicle was taken to two dealers where it was diagnosed that the brake pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 45,000.

2006 MERCEDES BENZ E500

Filed Oct 17, 2024


The contact owns a 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 500. The contact stated that while driving at unknown speeds, she noticed arrows were pointing at the sunroof. The contact stated that the failure was due to NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V954000 (Visibility). The vehicle was taken to the local dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined the failure was due to a shortage in the lights. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure…

2006 MERCEDES BENZ E500

Filed Jul 29, 2024


Undergoing changing of front lights, wires under hood leading to the lights were found to be completely exposed in areas. The protective covering had disintegrated off, causing risk of fire or explosion from bare wires touching.

2005 MERCEDES BENZ E500

Filed May 23, 2024


2005 e500 mercedes benz,after full tank of gas I filled. I noticed very strong gas inside my car and outside. It can catch on fired. cause cancer and lung issues.

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Updated May 30, 2026. Refreshed nightly.