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2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class repairs by problem area
Engine (29%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (12%)
Brakes and Traction Control (6%)
Suspension and Steering (17%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (24%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)
Other (10%)
Chart based on 137 repairs.
2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (8%)
$1000 - $2499 (26%)
$500 - $999 (16%)
$100 - $499 (26%)
< $100 (24%)
Chart based on 38 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Engine not specified
| 93000 mi US $2000 |
Replaced 1 cat converter. |
2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Wagon
221-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 175500 mi US $2000 |
Drain plug on bottom of oil crankcase was leaking, replaced with new plug to stop the leaking. |
| 139700 mi US $600 |
All fuel lines replaced. |
| 112000 mi US $2520 |
Replaced engine and transmission mounts. Replaced catalytic converter. |
| 115000 mi US $300 |
Gas filler lock broken |
| 174000 mi US $2000 |
Replaced catalytic converters |
| 20000 mi US $250 |
Warning light on, vacuum leak, repaired, never recurred. |
| 69300 mi US $4000 |
valve cover gaskets |
| 101000 mi US $300 |
Loud exhaust noise - exhaust flange replaced/repaired. |
2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
349-horsepower 5.4L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 42000 mi US $200 |
MAF sensor was failing, threw CEL |
| 115000 mi US $100 |
#8 coil misfire. |
| 156000 mi US $1500 |
Valve cover gaskets leaking. Install new gaskets & reseal breather system |
2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
275-horsepower 4.3L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 120000 mi US $1500 |
catalytic converter was bad |
| 297000 mi US $8 |
Replaced leaking fuel hose. |
| 298500 mi US $79 |
Replaced regen valve. |
| 349000 mi US $65 |
Idler pulley bearing locked up and serpentine belt broke. Replaced both. |
2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
275-horsepower 4.3L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 154000 mi US $190 |
Electronics enclosure cooling fan failed, causing blown fuse and no start condition; replaced cooling fan. |
| 156000 mi US $600 |
Replaced engine timing guides which were causing noise. |
| 171000 mi US $600 |
Oil Level Senor needed to be replaced. Sent faulty "Check Oil Level" warnings to dash. |
| 178000 mi US $2000 |
Engine Mounts Transmission Mounts |
2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
221-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 160700 mi US $75 |
Water pump |
| 116000 mi US $450 |
replace water pump, belt and tension pully |
| 125000 mi US $900 |
faulty ignition switch replaced |
| 128000 mi US $2200 |
Catalytic converters |
| 253300 mi US $2600 |
Exhaust hoses and fittings. Many parts replaced. |
| 80000 mi | During routine maintenance technician discovered a valve cover seeping. They are supposedly contacting my extended aftermarket warranty company trying to get them to pay for the repair. |
| 88000 mi | Both valve covers have been leaking for several months and were gradually getting worse. Warranty company inspected and authorized the replacement of both sides gaskets. |
| 91000 mi US $200 |
I had a check engine light and a P0170 code that indicated a possible failed MAF. A friend loaned me one, I swapped them, and that seemed to fix it. I then bought one and installed it myself; problem solved. |
| 97000 mi US $545 |
I had a check engine light and the dealer found 2 problems. The crankshaft position sensor was bad and also an oxygen sensor (right front). I received a 10% discount because I had a coupon. |
| 127000 mi US $1200 |
Catalytic converter failed on one side. |
| 94860 mi $500 |
drivers side exhaust manifold replaced. Part was an upgraded part by mercedes with new part number |
2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
221-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 133000 mi US $200 |
Vacuum pump module failed and was replaced with used part. |
| 164000 mi US $1500 |
Wiring harness was replaced. The mechanic said it was worn and cracking. The car ran smoother with this change. |
| 100200 mi US $75 |
Replaced CPS. Intermittent stalling prior to replacement |
2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4-door
8-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 77380 mi | Intermittent engine non-starting (cranking, but not catching) resulted in CEL. Code described "crank position sensor". Code cleared, no charge. Repair to be made at later date with replacement sensor, problem not critical, will live with for now. |
| 78740 mi C $300 |
Loss of power when engine hot, cranked but wouldn't fire until cool. Crank position sensor replaced. |
2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4-door
6-cylinder automatic AWD
| 88040 mi C $750 |
Replace crankshaft sensor. Problem found in computer memory. Cost to repair $350. |
2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 48000 mi £1479 |
Driver noticed unusual noise from front of engine. Diagnosed by shop as water pump bearing failure and water pump replaced. |
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