2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2009

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2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class repairs by problem area

Engine (32%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (28%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)

Other (10%)

Chart based on 102 repairs.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class repair cost distribution

$2500+ (5%)

$1000 - $2499 (13%)

$500 - $999 (18%)

$100 - $499 (19%)

< $100 (45%)

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Chart based on 78 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 188hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD

Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Finland
Oct 2012 - Dec 2015
Feb 2013

100500 mi

€177
Slight shiver when accelerating gently. Reverse takes 2-5 seconds to engage. 
Jul 2013

108660 mi
Diesel glow relay malfunction. Relay changed and error indicator reset. 
Aug 2014

129900 mi

€1800
front shock absorbers end of life 
Aug 2015

141980 mi

€350
1 "heating plug" in the diesel engine failed and needed to be switched. 

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2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 168hp 2.1L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual RWD

Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Germany
Dec 2009 - May 2011
Sep 2009

8138 mi
Replaced clutch 

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2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Wagon

268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Georgia, United States
Apr 2012 - Dec 2021
May 2014

46000 mi
Sensors in door handles for keyless entry stopped working on driver door, and intermittent on rear driver door. Handles and sensors on both doors replaced. 
Apr 2015

55300 mi

US $800
Latch on back fold down seat broke. Estimate to replace seat was approx 800. I declined the repair 
Dec 2015

64000 mi

US $800
Transmission control unit failed. Replaced. 
Jan 2016

55000 mi
Continued problems with transmission control unit. Installer did not connect fully and tcu became disconnected 
Apr 2016

65500 mi

US $900
Sensor 
Dec 2017

79000 mi

US $1800
Axels replaced. The repair had to be done twice, but was not charged for the 2nd repair Engine mounts replaced 
Aug 2021

93000 mi

US $900
Ignition 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Texas, United States
Sep 2014 - Sep 2015
Sep 2015

70000 mi

US $200
Windshield washer leaks from both rear and front pumps. had to replace pumps. still leaking. 

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2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 210hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD

Mercedes-Benz E-Class in New Mexico, United States
Jan 2011 - Aug 2017
Apr 2012

36500 mi
Windshield washer reservoir leaking Sat radio antenna bad 
Nov 2012

43800 mi
ESP Failure lamp on 
Jul 2013

54000 mi

US $2300
Oil cooler seals leaked oil. 
Feb 2014

58800 mi

US $403
Glow Plug relay went bad 
Nov 2014

66000 mi

US $809
Check Engine light came on. replaced 2 turbo hoses and intake air filters 
Mar 2017

91000 mi

US $820
Bad vibration. Replaced 2 engine and 1 transmission mounts. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Oklahoma, United States
Jul 2014 - Sep 2017
Mar 2015

67000 mi
Seat belt retractor. Speakers 
May 2017

88000 mi

US $300
Rotors and shoes worn 
Sep 2017

93000 mi

US $700
Car goes into limp mode 

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2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan

507-horsepower 6.2L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD

Mercedes-Benz E-Class in California, United States
Dec 2010 - Jan 2011
May 2010

15000 mi
Replaced one parking sensor on front bumper under warranty. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Massachusetts, United States
Dec 2012 - Jun 2022
Oct 2014

29500 mi
At about 27k miles, it showed a C.E.L. It was a lean condition at idle caused by a vacuum leak. Could be a PCV valve or one of the emission related valves or hoses. Bringing it back on Oct 15 for final fix. 
Dec 2014

29000 mi

US $900
Replaced Breather valve, as part of the emission system. Had to remove intake manifold to replace. I've been told it's the ethanol gas that's causing the valve to fail. Replaced fuel sender unit. It was leaking fuel from the breather valve. 
May 2016

34000 mi
NTSB investigation into the ongoing fuel regulator leaks in the the W211 E class. Mercedes did not make a recall but was forced extend fuel tank related warranty for 15 years(2023 for me). But they will not notify you. I found it on NTSB. 

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2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan

382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD

Mercedes-Benz E-Class in North Carolina, United States
Jun 2012 - Jun 2022
Nov 2013

41400 mi
mBrace telematics not functioning, dealer re-flashed the chip and tested 
Aug 2014

47000 mi
mBrace telematics system was not communicating. Chip required a reflash by the dealer. small leak detected in coolant system 
Nov 2014

49700 mi

US $1600
AirMatic air suspension pump failed, required replacement 
Feb 2015

52100 mi

US $646
thermostat failed 
Sep 2016

66000 mi
fuel pump leak 
Oct 2017

74000 mi

US $275
CHML, license plate lamps and deck lid auto close were inop; cause was a broken wire in the decklid wiring harness; dealer removed and replaced wiring harness 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in North Carolina, United States
Apr 2016 - Jun 2018
May 2016

105000 mi

US $200
COMAND began to intermittently reboot after subscribing to Sirius 
Sep 2016

111000 mi

US $713
Motor and transmission mounts leaking and replaced 
Aug 2017

135000 mi

US $1222
Replace passenger front strut 
Dec 2017

134200 mi

US $270
Passenger front wheel broken, suspected impact the culprit. Wheel repaired by welding at a local wheel shop. Also replaced driver front TPMS. 
Mar 2018

138817 mi

US $1114
Airmatic compressor failure, replaced with reman'd unit. Also replaced leaking oil pan drain plug gasket,  and diagnosed both horns need to be replaced.  Identified two other repairs necessary, replace rear brakes and rotors and replace spark plugs, estimated at $1100 for both jobs. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Texas, United States
Mar 2013 - Jun 2022
Aug 2013

38000 mi
COMAND head unit was malfunctioning. Software update performed. 
Apr 2015

47500 mi

US $2700
COMAND head unit was malfunctioning and was replaced with re-manufactured unit. 
Aug 2018

76000 mi

US $3650
Airmatic shock on left front began leaking. Replaced both front Airmatic shocks. 
Dec 2021

90000 mi
Replace faulty windshield washer nozzle 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Georgia, United States
Jan 2017 - Feb 2018
Jan 2018

106000 mi

US $860
Replaced front passenger side airmatic strut 

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2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan

268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD

Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Texas, United States
May 2011 - Jun 2018
May 2012

21300 mi

US $495
I felt alignment out of spec and had the system checked. They replaced 3 bolts and said it's done but I still got the same problem. Figured out that E-Class "drifts" more than normal becuase of light steering. Common occurrence. 
Jun 2012

22000 mi
Car didn't start in morning. Checked & Battery was good. Took the car to dealer and they checked it out. Said AC system doesn't shutdown properly and needed a software update. Did the software update, kept the car to verify it overnight. Took car back from previous trip. Noticed Nav/Sat Radio didn't work and no audio from speakers. Took the car back to dealer for another software update. Everything checked at dealer. (4 hrs). Took car back and noticed mbrace won't work! 
Feb 2015

69700 mi

US $1800
Went in for regular 70K service. Front lower control arm bushing were diagnosed as failed and needed immediate replacement as tires were getting mis-aligned. (Inside tread was at lowest limit). Replaced as advised - both sides. 
Mar 2015

71000 mi
Check Engine Light came on while travelling. MB codes P0101 P0103 P0113 P0302 P0304 P0300. Still trying to resolve because light is off but codes are present. Fuel System cleaner used and cleared light. Changing MAF next. Problem not solved. 
May 2015

73000 mi
CEL turns On when I fill up with gas. Goes away within 1-2 miles after adding Techron. Did a compression test and found the Cyl 2 has low compression. Still diagnosing and want to do a leak down test to see whats up. Running rough at low rpm 
Jun 2015

73000 mi

US $4500
CEL with P0300, P0302, P0304 codes. Exhaust valve on cylinder 2 out of spec. confirmed with leak down test. Replaced Head. CEL with code P0305. Replaced all spark plugs. CEL off. Car runs fine now. (Since 0 miles, dealer maintained ). 
Apr 2018

98000 mi

US $950
Front tires needed replacement after getting worn out from the inside edges due to bad alignment. It is a repeat "feature" - the car seems to eat either the front set of tires or the rear one. Driven 8 miles daily. No harsh turns or breaks whatsoever. But the issue keeps on coming up in 8-10K miles. And its either the front set or the rear. Car is always dealer maintained and all reports show alignment as correct and other components working as required. IF anything is off, i get it replaced immediately. This is my wife's daily driver and I don't like her or kids stranded on road side so I maintain it religiously. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Washington, United States
Dec 2011 - Nov 2014
Apr 2012

27300 mi
Transmission was very slow to shift from D to R (more than 7 seconds) Dealer found no trouble codes at this time, therefore could not diagnose or find a problem Brought in due to a slight knock or rattle for approximately 3-4 sec at start up. Dealer said it was a fuel knock. Installed a fuel injector cleaner, advised me to run 91 octane fuel (I always do) and to run it hard to clean out carbon. 
Jul 2012

29200 mi
Transmission still had major delay going into Reverse, up to 8 seconds, This time tech confirmed, and found update to software, updated and now shifts with no delay. Engine still has slight knock or rattle upon cold startup. 2 days and 2 cold starts and tech could not duplicate. I will record noise since it is still making noise at this time. Not repaired. Windshield reservoir appears to be leaking. Had to fill 3 times in less than 6000 miles. Dealer pressure tested tank and found no leaks at this time. I will keep better records to see if this is truly an issue 
Dec 2012

31000 mi
Drivers door pull switch failed for Keyless go system. Dealer just diagnosed failure. Had to order parts. 
Jan 2013

24000 mi
Dealer installed new drivers side door pull switch for keyless go system 
May 2014

45700 mi
Replaced belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys due to a complaint of a belt squeal on cold start up. Dealer replaced drivers side door handle switch again due to Keyless go system being in-op again. Started to notice front tire wear, tire shop said wheel bearings worn. Dealer checked and said it is normal wear and tear. Took car in again with complaint of rattle on start up, this time with intermittent blue smoke. Dealer inspected cylinder bores, and found scoring in multiple cylinders, New engine on order. Pays to keep good service records. 
Jun 2014

46000 mi
Engine replaced with new long block. Service manager explained that engine knock was due to a crankshaft manufacturing issue that was outlined in a TSB from 2012 that covered a range of engine serial numbers. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in North Carolina, United States
Dec 2010 - Jan 2015
Nov 2010

16000 mi

US $30
Battery replaced 
Apr 2012

24200 mi
Comand system had multiple failures and drained the battery 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Maryland, United States
Jun 2015 - Dec 2016
Feb 2016

51000 mi
Idler pulleys that support serpentine belt. 
Mar 2016

52000 mi
Fuel system odor. Certain parts related to gas tank changed. 
Jul 2016

55500 mi
Brake light switch triggered warning light. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Tennessee, United States
Jun 2013 - Sep 2016
Aug 2013

51700 mi
Multiple cracks in driver seat on left side. Cracks appear to occur within creases caused by sitting. 
Sep 2013

53000 mi

US $596
Replaced seat cover and repaired splitting foam in seat. 
Jul 2014

58200 mi

US $1106
One of two components of the horn stopped working. 
Dec 2015

67000 mi

US $29
Left low beam bulb out. Alerted via warning message. Youtube video was helpful to guide but getting bulb tight in socket was difficult. Light went out temporarily a day later but a quick tighten restored the light without replacing. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Florida, United States
Jul 2013 - Jun 2018
Jan 2014

45000 mi

US $390
Heard knocking sound over speed bumps and rough road. Both left and right struts replaced under extended warranty Unpredictable hard downshift when coasting to a stop. Dealer says check engine light would be on if there were a problem. They could not duplicate the issue. Keyless function of drivers door handle inoperative 
Aug 2014

49500 mi
Rear Windshield sunshade failed to operate. Service writer at dealer pulled it out a bit then it worked. I find if allowed to retract completely it would not work but if left out just a tad worked all the time. Not really a complete fix. 
Jan 2015

46300 mi
2009 E350 sport, replaced air condition / heating blower motor due to squeaking noise. Bad bearing. 
Aug 2015

56100 mi
Air Condition fan noisy and replaced (one inside car) 
Sep 2015

57000 mi
Rear window motorized shade replaced 
Oct 2015

57000 mi
Creaking and kncking noise over noise over speed bumps. Strut replaced...again! 
Dec 2015

59000 mi
Right front Tire Pressure Monitor transmitter defective. Replaced under CPO warranty. 
Feb 2018

73000 mi

US $50
Gasket for left rear lens assembly failed resulting with water accumulating into lens assembly. Rear bulb assembly needs replacing due to failed bulbs resulting from this leak. Cost of this assembly runs about $48 from independent suppliers though genuine part. both control arms replaced PCV assembly replaced 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Alabama, United States
Nov 2012 - Feb 2022
Sep 2015

66000 mi

US $1800
Pump replaced in transmission 
Dec 2015

67000 mi

US $400
Trunk wiring short repaired 
Apr 2018

88000 mi

US $1780
Trunk wire repaired second time Windshield washer pump Motor mounts. replaced 
May 2018

90000 mi

US $125
Short in trunk wiring Trunk would not open Second time repaired 
Aug 2018

90000 mi

US $3500
Rear end replaced Battery dead 

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2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan

268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Vermont, United States
Oct 2016 - Mar 2018
Nov 2016

71200 mi

US $275
replace front brake hose 

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2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan

228-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Ontario, Canada
Jun 2011 - Jul 2022
Feb 2014

62560 mi

C $250
Bad thermostat and loose fan belt 
Dec 2017

97340 mi

C $1000
Damaged tie-rod. Replaced unit. 

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2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Engine not specified

Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Georgia, United States
Jun 2012 - Nov 2012

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2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Wagon

507-horsepower 6.2L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD

Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Oregon, United States
Aug 2013 - Jan 2016
Feb 2015

45000 mi

US $1200
Electronic stability control sensor replaced. Minor issue. 

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2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Wagon

268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Mercedes-Benz E-Class in New York, United States
Jul 2021 - Jun 2022
Aug 2021

182000 mi

US $1000
front bushings, control arms & ball joints replaced 
Dec 2021

188000 mi

US $800
replaced rear self leveling system with shocks and springs from a kit purchased online and installed by my mechanic. 
Jan 2022

189000 mi

US $400
need the electronic key replaced. Using an aftermarket key programmer since the dealer wanted $$$ for one key. There are issues that the guy is still working out. Update: the key works when the electronic boards are removed from the key housing and wrapped up with tape. I still need to get a replacement. However, it goes through batteries a bit quickly (like every two months). Not sure why, but at least it works. 
Mar 2022

188000 mi

US $200
Replaced coolant reservoir 
May 2022

191000 mi

US $200
Oil pressure sensor needed replacement. it was leaking. 

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2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 210hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD

Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Texas, United States
Apr 2008 - Mar 2011
Jun 2010

63000 mi

US $650
Sensor 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Kansas, United States
Apr 2013 - Jun 2022
Sep 2013

51000 mi

US $2500
servo motor (M55) 
Jul 2015

69800 mi

US $2500
replaced glow plugs and controler. repaired turbo seals that were leaking. Replace engine belt. 
Jan 2016

67300 mi

US $425
diesel fuel lines needed to be replaced due to leaking. 
Apr 2017

87000 mi

US $147
Bluetooth and my iphone started to go crazy. Found out the latest iphone update would make my car try to connect to phantom calls. 
Jun 2017

88000 mi

US $176
Engine light came on and on board computer had to be flashed. 
Jul 2017

90572 mi

US $830
Replace turbo hoses. Smoke test showed they were leaking causing a drop in power on hills. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Texas, United States
Jun 2013 - Jun 2018
Jul 2013

55300 mi
Marker light bulb blew. Water into the marker assembly. Changed bulb and dried marker assembly. 
Nov 2013

57000 mi
Broken wire to trunk. License plate lights, trunk remote release and 3rd brake light went out. Had to diagnose and repair broken wire. Then reset electrical system and remote keys. 
Jan 2014

US $872
I awoke on New Years Day to a shattered rear window. The temp had dropped. The car was in a protected, but unheated location. I am not sure what caused it to break. 
Mar 2015

64000 mi

US $860
Glow plug replacement, Glow Plug Control module. 
Sep 2015

72000 mi

US $182
The windshield washer tube started leaking at a check valve bypass. Required replacement of the entire heated tube. 
May 2016

76000 mi

US $12
Passenger seat frame broken. Rocking and airbag sensor errors. Windshield washer pump failed. 
Oct 2016

81200 mi

US $235
Downstream Oxygen sensor failed. 
Jan 2017

82200 mi

US $510
Intake manifold and mass air sensors. Manifold was cracked / broken at connection with turbo. 
Mar 2017

83200 mi

US $9822
The engine was leaking oil on the ground. This was traced to a leaking intercooler gasket. The full repair required a complete tear down of the upper engine, gasket replacements, replacement of one Oxygen sensor, rebuilding of turbocharger, replacement of EGR valve, replacement of turbo control module. No more leaks and the check engine light is off. NB: One thing that we learned is that the ODBC diagnostic system mapping for the upper and lower Oxygen Sensors is reversed in comparison to the Star diagnostic system. Beware! 
Jun 2018

91000 mi
Downstream Oxygen Sensor replacement. Throwing codes. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Florida, United States
Aug 2012 - Jun 2018
Jul 2012

58001 mi

US $84
Replaced oil cap 
Dec 2013

72000 mi

US $62
Turbo gasket replaced after a small crack was noticed during routine maintenance. Failure didn't look imminent but it seemed prudent to fix it at the time rather then let it develop into an actual problem. 
Apr 2017

90000 mi

US $140
Replaced glow plug control module. Cost of part $140. 
Aug 2017

90000 mi

US $420
Rear rotors, pads and sensors replaced. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in British Columbia, Canada
Feb 2008 - Jun 2009
Nov 2008

15500 mi
Rattle in left rear trunk hinge area. 
Dec 2008

16120 mi
2nd attempt to find the cause of the rattle. Now determined and parts ordered from Germany.  
Jan 2009

16740 mi
Trunk rattle resolved after 3rd attempt and replacement of trunk lid hinge. 
Mar 2009

17360 mi
O2 sensor replaced and software updated. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Virginia, United States
Mar 2014 - Oct 2015
Mar 2015

110000 mi

US $2400
Timing Chain and Tensioner 
Sep 2015

117000 mi

US $380
Worn engine mounts 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Quebec, Canada
Mar 2011 - May 2017
Nov 2011

20740 mi
Navigation system failure, replace microprocessor and DVD Replace front pipe and front catalyst. 
Nov 2012

34080 mi
Trunk water infiltration.Back seat headrests stop working due to short circuit in the computer. Replace computer and fixed faulted rivet responsible of the leak. 
Apr 2013

37800 mi
Air conditioner compressor ceased, broke the tensioner and the belt. Change tensioner pully,belt, air conditioner compressor 
Nov 2013

44640 mi
Replace ESP sensor 
Oct 2014

53300 mi
Oil leak on the oil cooler. Glow plug module 
Sep 2015

62620 mi

C $150
Check engine light,air mass flow sensor. Reprogram air filters data. 
Nov 2015

63860 mi
Turbo stop working, check engine light on. Replaced air filter and erased error code. 
Feb 2016

66960 mi

C $850
turbo inlet hose from intercooler to trottle body split open 
Sep 2016

73780 mi

C $800
Change engine support 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in North Carolina, United States
May 2011 - Sep 2014
Jun 2011

74000 mi

US $685
replaced worn front control arms and bushings 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Colorado, United States
May 2011 - Apr 2018
Aug 2011

40700 mi
Auto-dimming rear view mirror not working. Mirror replaced. 
Dec 2011

44000 mi
Headlights surge briefly when decelerating. 
Jun 2012

47000 mi
Check engine light resulting in bad O2 sensor. 
Nov 2017

68000 mi

US $500
Replaced pads and rotors and mounted winter tires. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Virginia, United States
Oct 2014 - Jan 2017
Jun 2015

126000 mi

US $400
Replaced Central Gateway module for Command System. Did not fix the problem. The Command System (radio & nav) sometimes takes several minutes to power up. Sometimes the Satellite radio doesn't power on even though the rest does. 
Jul 2015

126700 mi

US $400
The command system unit itself was failing on my Mercedes. It was an expensive fix so I got an aftermarket unit with Apple Carplay, Backup camera, etc. Brake fluid sensor was not working and gave a message that brake fluid reservoir was low. The sensor had to be replaced and brake system flushed. 
Dec 2015

135000 mi

US $800
EGR valve replaced. It had been replaced by my father's shop less than 20K miles ago. They checked the part. My fathers shop had used an aftermarket part that was also used. The sad thing is that they charged me less to install a new MB part. 
Jul 2016

142800 mi

US $172
Rear license plate lamp and 3rd brake light were out. A wire had deteriorated and had to be replaced to fix problem. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Virginia, United States
Oct 2014 - Jun 2018
Jan 2016

77200 mi
Replaced worn front wheel bearings left and right Replace front struts and rear shocks due to tire wear and poor ride handling. 
Mar 2017

1000000 mi

US $60
Bad Fuel from Exxon station plugged fuel filter and introduced water. Replaced fuel filter drained sump and bottom of fuel tank 
Sep 2017

109000 mi

US $200
Alignment 
Jan 2018

117000 mi

US $75
Balance and rotate tires 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Oregon, United States
Jul 2008 - May 2013
Dec 2009

30000 mi
Driver side mirror cracked. SA advised problem due to manufacturing defect and replaced under warranty. Sunroof not fully closing with one-touch feature, sunroof would only close by holding button in close position until fully closed. Sensors were recalibrated to solve problem. 
Sep 2012

72000 mi
Leaking EGR valve. Replaced gasket. 
May 2013

78000 mi
EGR valve not functioning properly, and "Y" pipe leaking oil. 

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2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 168hp 2.1L I4 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Great Britain
Jun 2017 - Jun 2018
Mar 2018

120000 mi

£80
Changed brake pads 
May 2018

126000 mi

£180
Replacement of tie-rod ends 

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2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan

507-horsepower 6.2L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD

Mercedes-Benz E-Class in New Jersey, United States
May 2008 - Oct 2009
Aug 2009

18000 mi
Loud squeak from rear of the panoramic roof, above rear passenger side 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in California, United States
Jul 2012 - May 2015
Apr 2013

34000 mi

US $1000
valve lifter was replaced - both cam shafts were replaced 
Jan 2014

34800 mi

US $1100
Valve adjuster was replaced 
May 2014

40700 mi

US $5000
replaced tires and bushings 

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2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan

382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD

Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Tennessee, United States
Nov 2010 - Apr 2018
Mar 2011

20000 mi
3 bad camshaft magnets,  replace power window switch,  rattle in door, replace trim moulding 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Oregon, United States
Apr 2017 - Jun 2022
May 2017

108675 mi

US $228
Replace leaking cam plugs and oil separator 
Jun 2017

109362 mi

US $2321
Replaced both front torque strut arms and bushings Replaced left front headlamp unit (HID Xenon) 
Jul 2021

143000 mi

US $465
AC control unit diagnosis & replacement 
Jun 2022

150000 mi

US $4000
Replace front air struts Replace engine mounts Replace starter & accessory batteries Replace left front upper ball joint 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Texas, United States
Nov 2008 - Jun 2015
Jun 2011

20000 mi
Passenger door would not open from outside. Intermittent. 
Jul 2011

21000 mi
Heater Valve sticking for rear climate control. Replaced under warranty. 
May 2015

54000 mi

US $200
No cruise control and traction control was gone. Had to replace the steering angle sensor. Fixed. 

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2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan

382-horsepower 5.5L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Pennsylvania, United States
Dec 2013 - Aug 2017
Feb 2014

57000 mi

US $500
Magnetic sensors in camshaft. Two of four replaced. 
Jun 2015

75000 mi

US $1300
Minor oil leak. Replaced cam covers and centrifuge gasket. 
Aug 2015

77000 mi

US $291
Weak main battery. Replaced by dealer. 
Aug 2017

105000 mi

US $1763
Driver side front air suspension replaced. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Colorado, United States
Jun 2015 - May 2016
Jul 2015

90700 mi

US $800
Front passenger air shock replaced 

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2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan

268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD

Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Georgia, United States
Jan 2011 - Jul 2013
Feb 2011

28000 mi
Chrome trim flaking off on the center armrest cover The door sill on the drivers side was rusting and pitting 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Florida, United States
Feb 2008 - Jul 2011
Sep 2008

100 mi
Bad steering wheel sensor triggered ESP warning light to come on and stay on until the vehicle was restarted. Functionally, ESP worked fine. 
Jun 2009

24000 mi
CD Changer would not work. The door wouldn't open automatically and the CDs would not play. CD changer replaced. Damaged CD changer had to be sent to factory to retrieve CDs, but still no word yet.  Plastic protector for iPod auxillary cable came apart, exposing wires. Part was replaced with a new auxillary cable that plays and charges iPhone. Previous cable would play, but not charge the iPhone.  
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Florida, United States
Dec 2009 - May 2020
Mar 2010

29000 mi
Cam position sensor. 
Apr 2011

39000 mi
Dropouts in Sirius Satelite radio audio for 15-60 seconds every three-five minutes. Dealer tried new antenna, new module, with no success. Sirius reset radio remotely and cleared problem. Air conditioning not cooling well. Found low refrigerant, but unable to locate leak. Topped off refrigerant with added dye. Return if problem recurs for UV leak test. 
Jan 2012

59200 mi
Repaired leak in A/C system previously diagnosed but not found. Leak so small it took 10 months from previous service to affect operation. Replaced low side schrader valve. 
Jul 2012

47000 mi
A/C failed to cool again several months after repair. Returned to dealer and this time the evaporator was replaced. 
May 2013

52600 mi
When started, ran rough, only part of dashboard systems working, transmission locked in park. Cleared on restart. 
Jun 2013

53000 mi
Same problem as previous trip. When started, only partial instrumentation and car locked in park. Cleared on restart. Transmission fluid leak A/C not cooling properly. Diagnosed to defective condenser which was replaced. Vehicle continued to occasionally start with portions of instruments inoperative. 
Oct 2013

54300 mi
Cruise control indication in instrument panel intermittent 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in California, United States
Nov 2009 - Jul 2022
Nov 2010

25700 mi
Engine frequently quits immediately after starting, occasionally several times in succession. Car left in shop overnight with both keys. Technicians couldn't replicate or diagnose the problem, which continues to occur. 
Jul 2011

31700 mi
Engine sometimes quits immediately after starting. Could not duplicate problem, but were given factory authorization to replace crank position sensor. Problem did not reoccur for them. But it did for us, within the same day or the next. 
Dec 2011

36000 mi
Engine was frequently quitting immediately after starting. Dealer determined this was caused by a malfunctioning fuel pump--fuel pressure not within specs--and replaced entire fuel tank. 
Jul 2012

40000 mi
Driver's r/v mirror cracked. It looked like a stress fracture to me. The dealer's customer service rep said something about a problem with some heated mirrors. Replaced. The dealer also replaced, at no charge, the AC/Heater blower motor under the dash panel. It was making a mildly annoying whistling noise at some speed settings, but we would not have taken the car in just for that. 
Dec 2014

58000 mi

US $452
Oil leaks. Replaced leaking centrifuge cover and cam plugs. Cost also included new windshield wiper blades. 
Feb 2016

66100 mi
Trouble closing the sunroof. Broken deflector mounting. Decided not to repair because quote of $585.58 for this and AC blower. Squeaking/chirping noise in the A/C blower. 
Sep 2017

75000 mi

US $379
The theft protection alarm was going off intermittently. The dealer supposedly traced it to a front door contact switch that had an electrical fault. They replaced that $12.00 part for $366.00 in labor. However, it again went off at 4:20 a.m. some days later. As the problem has not occurred while the car has been in the shop, they are unable to determine the cause and fix it. I will have to disconnect the battery when I go on a two-week trip coming up. I may have to ask for a refund. 
Dec 2021

92000 mi
Was told the engine would be OK without replacing the parts as it has been running OK for several years since the first time the check engine light came on. 
Jul 2022

94000 mi

US $2100
Replaced intake manifold  and thermostat.  Also the right low beam lamp. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Wisconsin, United States
Feb 2011 - Aug 2014
Oct 2011

64000 mi
Stopped by Zimbrick European of Madison and service rep installed the headlight bulb for me that I purchased at their parts counter. I was not charged for any labor. Very satisfied with great service at Zimbrick European on my Mercedes. 
Jun 2012

69000 mi

US $125
Moon roof switch did not open or close roof copletely, only moved roof about 1 inch each time depressed. Repair shop had to correct the electrical switch. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in California, United States
Feb 2008 - Jan 2011
May 2008

6000 mi
Brake stability control failed. Supposedly due to wireless sensor in console. Replaced sensor. 
Aug 2008

9000 mi
Navigation was taking us on ridiculous routes. Needed new disc and software. ALL early 2008 models seem to have this problem. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Texas, United States
Mar 2010 - Jun 2014
Jul 2010

48000 mi
Keyless Go handle stopped responding. New handle ordered but not installed. 
Aug 2010

49000 mi
Keyless Go door handle replaced. 
Sep 2010

49000 mi
Lower A/C hose replaced due to kink. 
Sep 2011

62000 mi
ESP light on intermittently. Replaced steering angle sensor 
Dec 2013

98000 mi
Repair oil leak 
Jan 2014 Replaced motor mounts and transmission mount. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Georgia, United States
May 2011 - Nov 2018
Jun 2011

10000 mi
Rear window power sunscreen not working. Dealer determined unit was stuck because of lack of use. 
Dec 2011

13000 mi
Satellite radio reception problems - antenna replaced under warranty - found 2008 radios have technical problems with some channels at Sirius - my favorite channel is one. 
Jul 2012

18000 mi
ESP inoperative message - faulty steering angle sensor diagnosed - replaced under CPO warranty 
Nov 2012

20800 mi
Crankcase ventilation system - centrifuge cover leaking - replaced under warranty Also replaced connector for camshaft control - campaign 2012070002 
Nov 2013

32000 mi
Fuel leak around the sending unit on the left top of the tank. Replaced unit under MB extended warranty. 
Jul 2014

38300 mi
Partially blocked windshield washer - cleared by dealer during 39K service. Clogged after a few more uses. 
Aug 2014

40000 mi

US $300
Rear seat release working poorly. Replaced cable and latch 
Oct 2014

41700 mi

US $56
Replaced driver side windshield washer nozzle 
Mar 2016

60000 mi
Driver windshield washer - low flow. Shop replaced nozzle under warranty - not able to determine what caused the blockage in the nozzle. 
Aug 2017

79000 mi

US $2900
Rear end noise problem that started early this year continued even after replacing the LR wheel bearing. Shop that replaced the wheel bearing was unable to locate the noise. Noise started becoming worse and 1st shop was unavailable - took car to dealer. Source was identified as the differential. Replaced. Noise is gone. 
Dec 2017

84774 mi

US $505
Replace 3 tire pressure monitoring system sensors 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Oklahoma, United States
Oct 2011 - Oct 2014
Jan 2012

US $1400
differential started making a loud roaring noise. Dealer determined it was bad and replaced it 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in California, United States
Sep 2015 - Mar 2017
Nov 2015

130400 mi
Leaking fuel tank 
Dec 2015

131000 mi

US $700
Replaced worn shocks and struts 
Mar 2017

145000 mi

US $120
Cam magnets, centrifugal cover, cam plugs Replaced throttle body, intake manifold Lower control arms, spring arms, sway bar links, ball joints and camber bolts Update software on ECM due to new style cam magnets 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Texas, United States
Nov 2015 - Oct 2016
Nov 2015

76000 mi

US $500
New water pump 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Florida, United States
Feb 2008 - Jan 2010
Aug 2008

9000 mi
Steering wheel position sensor. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Georgia, United States
Jun 2011 - Sep 2012
Jul 2012

68000 mi

US $510
Belt tensioner pulley replaced 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in North Carolina, United States
Aug 2013 - Dec 2015
Jan 2013

60000 mi

US $150
Replaced weeping rubber plugs on rear of valve covers. Smelled burning oil smell when car hot. Replaced under warranty. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in California, United States
Sep 2014 - Sep 2014
Sep 2014

95000 mi

US $1295
Air conditioner blowing hot air, previous trip had a/c recharged freon. I had the a/c compressor replaced 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Texas, United States
Feb 2008 - Jan 2017
Mar 2008

2000 mi
Faulty Navigation CD. Replaced under warranty. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in California, United States
Mar 2012 - Jun 2014
Dec 2013

61000 mi

US $300
oil leaking from the engine. hoses/joints had to be replaced. parts were cheap but labor expensive. 

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2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan

268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Mercedes-Benz E-Class in New York, United States
May 2008 - Aug 2012
Jun 2008

1000 mi
brake mount cracked 
Oct 2008

4000 mi
Brake mount replaced. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in New Jersey, United States
Jun 2008 - Jan 2011
Oct 2009

13000 mi
A message on the dash said Electronic Stability Control System was Off and I could not turn it on via the ESP button. Replaced steering angle sensor. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in New York, United States
Dec 2013 - Jun 2015
Jul 2014

80500 mi

US $1800
Changed manifold 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Connecticut, United States
Jul 2012 - Sep 2014
Mar 2013

38000 mi

US $200
Replace leaking camshaft plugs 
Dec 2013

44000 mi

US $200
Cracked alloy wheel. Hadn't hit a pothole or anything. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in New York, United States
Jan 2016 - Jun 2016
Feb 2016

103200 mi

US $455
Idle pulley failed caused second idle pulley to fail.Serpentine belt was shredded.Belt tensioner was replaced too. 
Jun 2016

104000 mi
Replaced wheel bearing assembly covered under warranty. Sold the car in June. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Alberta, Canada
Jun 2015 - Jul 2018
Mar 2016

62620 mi

C $200
oil leak caused by pcv valve 
Nov 2016

67160 mi

C $500
Fan belt broke. Apparently it was caused by one of the pulleys seizing up. Lost power steering and battery light came on. Car had to be towed to repair shop. 
Sep 2017

71920 mi

C $1200
Power trunk does not work when fully open - the "close trunk" buttons do not work. Have to manually push trunk down to 3/4 close then push the button to close trunk. Independent mechanic estimated cost to fix would be over $1000. Decided to live with problem for now. 
Nov 2017

72540 mi

C $100
Further to the power trunk issue reported last, all brake lights stopped working one day. The mechanic managed to trace the problem to broken wires and was able to fix both issues together. 
Apr 2018

73160 mi

C $2300
Replaced both lower control arms, which were worn out and causing uneven wear on tires. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Pennsylvania, United States
Feb 2010 - Jun 2012
May 2011

34000 mi
Right windshield wiper stopped working. Repaired by tightening the wiper connector. 
Nov 2011

38000 mi
Oil leak repair in front seal 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in New York, United States
Dec 2010 - Dec 2013
Jun 2013

45000 mi

US $1300
Replaced CV joint and bearing 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Texas, United States
Feb 2011 - Dec 2012
Mar 2011

38000 mi
Car was loosing power in gear. Engine would rev but car would not move. Dealership replaced valve body 
Sep 2012

54000 mi

US $300
Battery died 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in New Hampshire, United States
Dec 2010 - Nov 2011
Jan 2011

52000 mi

US $400
Noise in the engine, dealership replaced all 6 pistons. Car is/was certified by Mercedes. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Ontario, Canada
Oct 2010 - Sep 2013
May 2012

16740 mi

C $600
Suddenly battery went dead, no warnings at all 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in New Jersey, United States
Feb 2008 - Mar 2010
Mar 2008

8000 mi
Check engine light came on. Supposed software mod. Car ran fine prior to light and runs fine after fix. 

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2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4-door

6-cylinder automatic AWD

Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Pennsylvania, United States
May 2012 - Sep 2014
Feb 2013

45700 mi
HVAC blower motor was making noise. Dealer replaced under warranty 

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2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4-door

6-cylinder automatic 2WD

Mercedes-Benz E-Class in California, United States
Feb 2008 - May 2008
Mar 2008

8000 mi
Engine fails to start on first attempt. Second attempt to fix heater box. Each required a special part order from Germany, and they ripped apart my dashboard with each attempt to fix the car; one of the attempts resulted in the dealership not connecting the headlight switch leaving me without  
Apr 2008

10000 mi
Third attempt to fix heater box. 
May 2008

10000 mi
They could not fix the 'not starting' problem (intermittent failure); when I returned the car, the engine light would stay on constantly. They determined it was the fuel pump, but the paperwork to return the car to MB was already processed. 

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2007 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Engine not specified

Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Ohio, United States
Jan 2013 - Feb 2013
Feb 2013

74000 mi
Fuel pump and gas tank...some seals.dents repaired....painted 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in California, United States
Feb 2010 - Dec 2010
Dec 2010

33000 mi
low cooling effect 

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2007 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Wagon

268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Pennsylvania, United States
Nov 2014 - May 2017
Feb 2015

85000 mi

US $300
Engine running too cool - replaced thermostat 
Jun 2015

87000 mi

US $90
AC not cooling - recharge needed 
Nov 2015

92000 mi

US $40
LF low beam bulb replaced 
Oct 2016

100200 mi

US $260
Oil centrifuge leaking - replaced 
Jan 2017

102000 mi

US $150
Air suspension leak 
Mar 2017

106964 mi

US $156
blower motor noisy - replaced 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in New York, United States
Oct 2010 - Jun 2013
Feb 2013

65100 mi

US $500
Short in air suspension wiring affecting rear load levelong 

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2007 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 208hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD

Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Rhode Island, United States
Aug 2013 - Dec 2015
Nov 2013

96100 mi

US $800
Front end Ball Joints needed replacing automatic door lock fail (3 of 4) 
Nov 2014

103100 mi
Supercharger failure rear springs replaced 
Dec 2015

128000 mi

US $1900
tie-rod replacement 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Virginia, United States
Aug 2009 - Jun 2015
Oct 2009

25800 mi
ESP warning light came on. Brought in while warning light on. Dealer pulled down codes. Sensor failure. Replaced. No further problems. 
Feb 2011

46000 mi
hard downshifting when cold 
Mar 2012

64000 mi
Wastegate sensor would not allow air valve to properly open, thereby putting vehicle into limp home mode. 
Feb 2013

78300 mi
Cruise control switch needed replacement 
Jul 2013

85000 mi

US $850
Lower ball joints discovered worn beyond margins regarding state safety inspection too much wheel play 
Mar 2014

98000 mi
Heater blower motor needed replacement was squeaking Intercooler/oil cooler was leaking and needed replacement 
May 2014

99000 mi

US $375
Switch for power mirrors needed to be replaced 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Washington, United States
Jul 2009 - Oct 2013
Mar 2011

65000 mi

US $800
Glow plugs failing and possible oil blow by effecting the turbo. It has to go in for a follow-up. May have to replace turbo fans. 
May 2011

67300 mi

US $509
The glow plug issue was a bad glow plug control module. They replaced that and all 6 glow plugs. I paid for 4 of the 6. Replaced mass air flow sensor because housing cracked, allowed oil to short out motor. Replace air intake flap actuator (motor, went bad because of an oil leak around some seals. Did not charge me for this.  Replaced the two front interior door handles and the gear shift knob because the chrome was coming off. Did this at no charge, even thought the car is past warranty. 
Apr 2012

78300 mi
Oil leak fried the flapper motor to the turbo. This is the second time this has happened. Mechanic broke off bolts on the intake manifold (again) so it was also replaced. Dealer took care of all parts and labor! 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in California, United States
Dec 2015 - Jun 2019
Nov 2017

101000 mi

US $200
Oil cooler seals are known to fail on pre-2009 OM642 engines. Replaced with the new Viton seals before they started leaking. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Puerto Rico
Dec 2012 - Jun 2017
Mar 2013

54000 mi

US $210
Replace left rear oxygen sensor. 
Jul 2013

58300 mi

US $210
Brakes. Also replace engine mounts. A pain. One of then is under A/C and had to be moved. Do I miss my old and simple 1984 300CD. In fact is the most beautiful design MB ever made. EBougeois 
Feb 2014

68000 mi

US $400
Replace both front struts. Rubber was deteriorated and coming apart. Rear Oxygen sensor fired Check Engine Light. Problem was solved by cleaning contacts and applying Dielectric Compound. Problem was cause by humidity and corrosion. 
May 2014

73000 mi

US $240
Replace Air Conditioner blower motor... It use to quit suddenly with no warning. Disassemble motor and found brushes worm out. At 70,000 some miles this is unacceptable for a Mercedes Benz 
Jun 2014

75000 mi

US $480
Oil separator crack and was replaced. Red seals for the oil cooler failed and were replace. 
Aug 2014

76000 mi

US $317
Replace servo motor part # 8421500494. Turbo did not operate. 
Jun 2016

96000 mi

US $2000
Replace evaporator, dehydrator, expansion valve. Ball joints, connecting rods top plate. 
Jul 2016

96300 mi

US $1
Replace rear caliper. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Texas, United States
Feb 2011 - Oct 2011
Aug 2011

62000 mi

US $1250
Turbo leaking oil. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Mississippi, United States
Dec 2017 - Jun 2018
Mar 2018

125500 mi

US $400
Replace belt 

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2007 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan

507-horsepower 6.2L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD

Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Ontario, Canada
Feb 2011 - Nov 2011
Mar 2011

19840 mi

C $30
Software update 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in New Jersey, United States
Jul 2009 - Mar 2010
Aug 2009

22000 mi
Keyless Go stopped working, driver and passenger doors. Keyless Go repaired with second trip. 
Sep 2009

25000 mi
Xenon headlamp flickering. Xenon headlamp flickering again. Programming of Adaptive Lighting. 
Oct 2009

28000 mi
Hose going to airbox loose. Replaced hose. Oil leak repaired. 
Jan 2010

40000 mi
Motor mounts. Rough idle. 
Feb 2010

40000 mi

US $200
Outside thermometer broke. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Arizona, United States
Jul 2010 - Sep 2013
May 2011

44000 mi
Unexpected rough idle after cold start to the point of turning off. Dealer repaired camshaft problem. Camshaft replaced. 
Sep 2011

53000 mi
Sunroof would not close; gear motor still running but would continuoulsy click 
Feb 2012

62400 mi
Suspension light on; no repair other than replace sensor. Auto trunk would not close by using trunk buttons 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Oregon, United States
Jun 2011 - Jun 2012
Oct 2011

39000 mi

US $480
Steering wheel angle sensor failed, causing the stability control to shut off and the car to ride very stiffly. Part was replaced and paid for by Assurant aftermarket warranty. 
Apr 2012

43000 mi

US $35
Keyless entry door handle on driver's side stopped working. Repaired under extended warranty, plus $35 out of pocket. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Washington, United States
Sep 2013 - Oct 2015
Jul 2015

74000 mi

US $1700
car wasn't shifting into gear properly. computer tranmission valve body was replaced and everything now works fine. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in South Africa
Jun 2015 - Feb 2022
Jul 2015

62700 mi

R 8000
It needed the evaporator replaced under the dash, big job. 
May 2016

71460 mi

R 1000
Drivers side Air Shock failed while car was on the lift doing service. Drivers Air shock removed and refurbished. 
Oct 2016

75320 mi

R 1000
Gearbox seal leaking. Replaced seal. While on test drive gearbox oil pump failed. Apparently this is a common failure when the gearbox is disturbed or drained, as much as I dont understand. Oil pump replaced with new generation needle bear. 
Mar 2017

79360 mi

R 200
Car went into limp mode. slipping out of gear. Found battery flat next morning. found alternator overcharging. replaced regulator and battery. 
Jan 2018

87420 mi

R 1386
Gearbox bump into reverse or drive and stuck in limp mode. For a while you could switch off and restart and it would work, Then failed completely. Gearbox contact plate speed sensor failure. Required contact plate replacement in the gearbox with adaption and codoing. 
Apr 2018

88660 mi

R 1750
ESP failure alarm constantly coming up with related tyre pressure sensor inoperative. Suspension becomes harsh while failure showing. Steering angle sensor failure in this case. Could also have been brake light switch or a wheel speed sensor. Removed and replaced steering angle sensor with second hand unit. New Mercedes part unreasonably priced for what it is. I can now advise the the old unit was in fact serviceable. Stripped it down, cleaned it and retested it and it works just fine. Simple job but must be done carefully. Many video's online to follow. 
Jun 2018

89900 mi

R 17000
Gearbox in limp mode. Bump into drive and reverse. Will not change out of 2ND gear. Speed sensor on Contact plate failed. Contact plate replaced with reconditioned unit. This was a fail. Ultimately took three units before it would work. Also proper adaption had to be completed using STAR to resolve gear changing. Mercedes dealership would not supply genuine part unless done in their workshop. Yet they also use same shop I used to program.Their quote almost three times the amount. Later found we could buy the genuine plate via a gearbox spares company for the same price of the recon unit. Heard a Ceraking noise in suspension over speed bumps. Inspected suspension and found ball joint worn. Replaced drivers side lower ball joint with arm. 
Dec 2021

102920 mi

R 3333
Gearbox had a false shift in second gear. required gearbox overhaul and replacement torque converter. On completion it showed a wiring fault with oxygen sensors. This was thought to be a ECU failure. But after many months of diagnosis I insisted on replacing the downstream oxygen sensors suspecting they may have been damaged when the box was pulled. This resolved the problem 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Florida, United States
Sep 2009 - Apr 2011
Oct 2009

36000 mi
Command display would freeze periodically. Noticeable tapping from driver side of engine. Sounded like the front lifters were tapping. 
Mar 2011

45000 mi
 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in California, United States
Oct 2020 - Jun 2023
Jul 2022

22000 mi

US $4000
Car was sometimes not shifting out of low. Valve body was replaced. 

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2007 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan

382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD

Mercedes-Benz E-Class in California, United States
Jan 2009 - Oct 2012
Dec 2010

58000 mi

US $300
cam postion sensor replaced 
Jul 2011

66000 mi

US $500
cam postion sensor replaced 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Florida, United States
Apr 2009 - Nov 2014
Nov 2012

56800 mi
4-3 downshift problems. replaced rebuilt trans 
Jan 2013

60200 mi
No shifting. Req Valve Body & TCM + 3&4 gear bands. Initial repair not successful, went back the following week. 
Apr 2014

78800 mi

US $267
Add coolant light on. Replaced overflow tank and sending unit. 
Aug 2014

83000 mi

US $578
Repl low pressure hose @ compressor 
Sep 2014

84000 mi
2nd failure of A/C evaporator in 2 years. Estimate to replace $3,400. Not investing this much money. Will trade in car. 
Nov 2014

84000 mi
A/C evaporator not repaired. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in California, United States
Nov 2009 - Apr 2012
Jan 2010

21010 mi
Replace ruptured transmission line seal causing leak under brisk acceleration and heavy white smoke while driving. 
Feb 2010

21050 mi
Replace chrome trim on interior door and cup holder handles. 
Mar 2010

22000 mi
Cam sensor failure caused car to go into "limp mode". Sensor replaced and problem rectified. Transmission coolant fitting failure caused fluid leak and emission of significant amounts of white smoke where coolant hit catalytic converter and exhaust system. 
Jun 2010

27000 mi
Camshaft solenoid magnet issue resulted in Check Engine light illumination. Part replaced. Rear panoramic sunroof sunshade not successfully retracting fully. Dealer lubricated rails and considered the problem repaired. However, the problem has recurred. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in California, United States
Dec 2008 - Jul 2013
May 2010

25600 mi
Steering Rack creaking. Known TSB. Replaced parts under warranty. 
Jan 2012

31200 mi

US $900
Fuel pump seal leaking. Gas fume smell in vehicle. Replaced fuel pump under rear seat. 
Sep 2012

83000 mi

US $70
Sun Visor mirror lid broken 

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2007 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan

382-horsepower 5.5L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Mercedes-Benz E-Class in New York, United States
May 2012 - Feb 2013
Dec 2012

67000 mi

US $550
Replaced one of four engine oxygen sensors. Clear check engine code. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Ohio, United States
Nov 2014 - Jul 2016
Apr 2015

107000 mi

US $500
Front passenger airbag would not hold air. Replaced the shock. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Pennsylvania, United States
Dec 2008 - Jun 2011
Jan 2009

14000 mi
Cracked outside drivers mirror. 
Feb 2009

14000 mi
Cracked outside mirror repaired under warranty. 

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2007 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan

268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD

Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Minnesota, United States
Apr 2009 - Jun 2011
Dec 2009

20000 mi
Bright trim on handle of center console cup holder cover was beginning to delaminate. Size of delamination about 1/4 by 1/8 inch. 
Jul 2010

34000 mi
Edge on interior door handle on the passenger's side had a sharp edge that could cut. Part replaced. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in North Carolina, United States
Mar 2009 - Jun 2011
Aug 2009

34000 mi
Clicking sound in engine. There was a service bulletin repaired lower part of engine replaced sprocket. 2,700 labor and about 600+ in parts. also had service c done 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Florida, United States
May 2010 - Jun 2013
May 2012

82000 mi

US $500
Front lower ball joints replaced 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Louisiana, United States
Aug 2008 - Jun 2011
May 2009

22000 mi
steering wheel position sensor failure, controlling ABS, etc. Replaced center console door handle; chrome plating was peeling. Repaired glove box door closer (strut).  Corrected rattle in B pillar. 
Nov 2009

27742 mi
Replaced left front tire; belts separated. Performed 4-wheel alignment. Replaced (2) upper transverse control arm joints. Replaced right front strut. Replaced sunroof seal; discolored. Synchronised sunroof closing program. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Arizona, United States
Apr 2010 - May 2011
Jul 2010

25300 mi
Broken pulley.Replaced pulley and belt. 
Mar 2011

32000 mi
Took vehicle to dealership looking for possible issues. Because original warranty about to expire. Independent mechanic coached me on possible issues. They replaced control arm bushing, transmission mount. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in California, United States
Feb 2009 - Dec 2015
Oct 2009

43000 mi
replaced gas tank because fuel sender went bad. 
May 2013

77300 mi

US $400
needed new thermostat. 
Sep 2013

78000 mi

US $800
replace steering angle sensor 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Mississippi, United States
Feb 2010 - Jun 2022
May 2010

45000 mi
Cam sensor magnet died. Mercedes replaced under original warranty. 
Jun 2010

47000 mi

US $510
Steering angle sensor failed.  Front end out of alignment, causing abnormal tire wear. Shop says, "They all do that." 
Jan 2011

84700 mi

US $500
Rubber cap sealing camshaft alley on engine deteriorated, allowing oil to leak from upper end of engine. Seals replaced on both sides of engine. 
Jan 2015

60000 mi

US $800
Fuel tank sending unit and related parts replaced under Mercedes special warranty agreement with NHTSA . Mercedes will reimburse me for this repair. 
Jan 2018

135000 mi

US $1100
Replace intake manifold 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Virginia, United States
Dec 2009 - Feb 2021
Jan 2010

27000 mi
KeylessGo sensor on driver's side door failed;  Left intake cam solenoid failed. Both replaced under warranty. 
Aug 2010

29000 mi
Squeak coming from bottom of speedo binnacle noticed on rough roads. Felt strips applied. 
Sep 2011

39000 mi

US $240
Ashtray/storage compartment door on console would not open properly. Entire assembly replaced. 
Oct 2011

39200 mi
Driver's side "KeylessGo" feature was inoperative (second time since October 2009). Handle mechanism replaced under warranty. 
Sep 2012

46000 mi
Passenger side vanity mirror light failed. Switch replaced under warranty. 
Dec 2012

48000 mi
Audio system: Mid-range sound distortion in center dash speaker. Entire center speaker unit replaced after swap test with properly functioning unit. 
Sep 2014

56000 mi

US $620
Left front master control module for windows and trunk release failed. Windows would lower and raise and trunk release would work only intermittently. Replaced entire control module. 
Sep 2017

63000 mi

US $1500
Wood trim on front doors cracked; sun visors would not retract; vanity lights replaced. Wood trim and visors replaced. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Florida, United States
May 2009 - Jan 2010
Sep 2009

45000 mi
Keyless Go drivers handle repaired. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in California, United States
Mar 2009 - Jul 2011
Dec 2009

92000 mi

US $350
Replace camshaft adjuster 
Nov 2010

101000 mi

US $4500
Check engine light came on... slight smell of gas after fueling and leaving the car in the garage overnight. New camshaft. New fuel tank. New fuel tank and cam shaft 
Jun 2011

116000 mi

US $2500
Speedometer stopped working so had to replace the instrument cluster  and a control arm bushing 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Colorado, United States
Mar 2010 - Mar 2014
Dec 2010

17000 mi

US $700
Check engine light came on intermittently. Dealer replaced steering wheel sensor. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in California, United States
Feb 2009 - Oct 2018
Mar 2011

50000 mi
Torque converter failed 
Jun 2017

124000 mi

US $1500
Replaced butterfly valves in intake manifold. It had already broken but the car was still drivable. Apparently it affects mostly the warm-up phase. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Florida, United States
Jun 2011 - Jun 2022
Jan 2012

33000 mi

US $200
Preventative maintenance. Replaced PCV plate and other plugs subject to leaking due to aged O-rings. I don't want any oily engine and stains on the garage floor. 
Feb 2017

35000 mi

US $487
Replace drivers side rear caliper. The caliper was sticking and would not fully release. 
Mar 2017

35000 mi

US $864
Replace SRS control unit. 
May 2019

43000 mi

US $600
The steering wheel position sensor was intermittently reporting an error and causing a stability control system error. Repair required removal of the steering wheel and air bag to enable replacement of the sensor. Subsequent inspection of the part reveled a hazy film had accumulated on the position disk which attenuated the light beam which needed to pass through. A simple cleaning would have solved the problem. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Texas, United States
Feb 2010 - Jun 2011
Mar 2010

28461 mi
Keyless Go not working. Replaced the drivers handle 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Georgia, United States
Mar 2016 - Jun 2016
May 2016

88000 mi

US $2120
transmission would not shift above 3rd gear. had it towed in--conductor plate had to be replaced clucking noise when transmission shift--transmission mounts bad 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in California, United States
Aug 2013 - Sep 2017
Dec 2013

66000 mi
window regulator worn out; needed to be replaced Oil leak from rear of engine near camshaft 
Nov 2014

74000 mi

US $1100
Worn flex disks 
Dec 2015

83000 mi

US $500
LED rear tail light malfunction 
Jan 2016

83000 mi

US $300
Replace defective ignition coil 
Dec 2016

92000 mi

US $1400
worn bearings; repack coolant tank faulty; leaking 
Apr 2017

99000 mi

US $1900
Replaced failed conductor plate replaced broken intake manifold lever 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in California, United States
Nov 2010 - Jul 2022
Aug 2011

49000 mi

US $350
ESP/traction c is nonfunctional. I am living with it for now. 
Dec 2012

68000 mi

US $1500
Transmission not shifting properly: stuck in a low gear: replaced transmission controller, $800. Traction & cruise control inoperative, ESP warning light on: replaced angle sensor in the steering column. $700. 
Jan 2015

51500 mi

US $1350
Leaking engine gasket new battery intake filter cabin filter 
Sep 2015

100000 mi

US $1641
Intermittently, the car would take from 2 to 10 key turns to start. It did always start, but got progressively worse. Diagnosed and replaced electronic module. 
Jul 2016

102000 mi
Negative camber on all 4 wheels. Front wheels have MB extension installed, but still have negative camber. Tires wear unevenly and do not last as long as they should. No further adjustment is possible. 
Nov 2017

121130 mi

US $738
Replaced faulty thermostat Replaced burned out side marker light 
Mar 2019

133346 mi

US $660
Replace all coils and spark plugs due to one cylinder misfire 
Aug 2019

137281 mi

US $1300
Replace right two camshaft adjusters. Replaced stop lamp switch for ESP Replace front and rear brake pads and sensors Brake fluid flush 
Dec 2019

139233 mi

US $1580
Prem air sensor replaced Air injection pump & relay replaced Rear brake sensor harness replaced 
Dec 2021

157000 mi

US $165
Replaced passenger low headlight bulb Replaced driver side marker bulb Oil Change Reset cam sensor check engine light 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in California, United States
Jan 2013 - Jun 2018
Oct 2013

90000 mi

US $2200
AC Compressor was replaced due to failure 
Jan 2016

120700 mi

US $155
Leaking centrifuge cover replaced. Caused burning oil 
Aug 2016

125000 mi

US $750
Engine Mounts failed, replaced. Halogen Bulb within Bi-Xenon low beam replaced on drivers side. 
Jan 2017

127000 mi

US $170
Camshaft plug seal failed, causing oil leak. 
Jan 2018

133000 mi

US $975
Front lower control arms and torque strut bushings replaced on both sides due to split torque strut bushings 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Texas, United States
Sep 2012 - Sep 2016
Jan 2015

60000 mi

US $320
Stability control and cruise control intermittently went out. Replaced steering angle sensor. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Florida, United States
Nov 2012 - Sep 2018
Dec 2012

63000 mi

US $3560
As I drove up to airport terminal to pick up family at 1AM car started shaking, died on the spot. Had to pay for tow to my home at 2 am, rent car with baby in tow, have Mercedes Roadside tow to dealer next morning. Transmission, just out of warranty. 
Aug 2013

67300 mi

US $2354
Hydro Mount, Elastomeric cup, bushings, engine transmission mounts, engine support, trans mounts were collapsed. strut rods, bushings, Exhaust replaced housing cover, centrifuge leaking oil, etc etc etc 
Jan 2014

64300 mi
Service manager took the car home, due to continuing problems with the transmission. Mercedes covered the repairs this time, because same problem has happened three times. Otherwise $6,500. 
Jun 2014

73000 mi
While not actually having repairs, has been in for service several times to check engine lights, etc. in the last months. the rep said he thinks its gone, did not want to charge me over $800 for what he said might have been addressed. 
Jun 2015

80000 mi
I did not have the repair done. AC not working. Estimate was $2,800. 
Sep 2015

81000 mi

US $780
Mercedes dealer quoted me $2,700 for condenser and compressor. Benz mechanic shop replaced condenser.  
Jan 2016

84000 mi
trunk will not open with inside latch or remote, have to use little key NOT a fuse, had that checked. warning lights coming on for brake fluid level, coolant level, license plate light, brake light and another light, but BULBS ALL WORKING and no need to add any of the fluids. One of the remote keys is completely useless. 
May 2016

89300 mi

US $1040
Some sort of cable going back to trunk and also having to do with the tail lights and other exterior lights, and warning lights on dashboard. All related to replacing the cable or whatever it is. Along with the other repair (the replacement of some cable which affected trunk not opening in any way), the dash lights and exterior lights were not coming on. 
Jan 2017

84800 mi

US $600
They said 4 of 6 "points" were bad. Car was shaking and halting. 
Oct 2017

97000 mi
ABOUT THE THIRD TIME I HAVE HAD THE FREON ADDED. CAN'T FIND LEAK. LASTS ABOUT A YEAR BEFORE FAILS AGAIN 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Virginia, United States
Jun 2011 - Nov 2016
Dec 2012

60000 mi
Steering column adjustment motor replaced under warranty 
Nov 2016

93000 mi
Cam seals. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in New York, United States
Nov 2010 - May 2013
Dec 2010

45000 mi
tranny stuck in 1st gear. drove to dealer, they replace solenoid package and reprogram package. 
Oct 2012

66700 mi
hi/low beam for halogen took about 1 hour to change a light bulb 
Dec 2012

70000 mi

US $1400
radiator to engine hose adapter on engine 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Oregon, United States
Aug 2016 - Jun 2018
Sep 2016

127831 mi

US $5192
Balance shaft needs to be replaced 
Apr 2017

128000 mi

US $499
Left/right lower ball joint replaced 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in California, United States
Nov 2011 - Jun 2018
Feb 2015

85000 mi

US $500
Fuel leak from sender unit. New fuel tank installed. Left exhaust cam magnet seized. 
Feb 2016

93400 mi

US $1700
All the cam sensors needed to be replaced 
Jun 2016

102000 mi
One of the cam sensors that was replaced was bad. 
Oct 2016

106000 mi

US $750
One of the clips on the fan broke making the fan make a loud squeaking noise when the air system is turned on 
Apr 2017

114000 mi

US $400
Replacement of spark plugs 
Mar 2018

124000 mi

US $1200
Power steering sensor 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in California, United States
Feb 2011 - Mar 2014

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2007 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan

268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Maryland, United States
Mar 2009 - Nov 2015
Apr 2009

27000 mi
grinding noise when turning [left, right, forward, reverse] 
Jan 2010

37300 mi

US $470
esp light coming on; speed control inoperative as well static in radio when rear defroster turned on; DTB existed-rear window replaced delay in transmission shifting; hard shift when engaged. Dealer states due for transmission service. bad vibration > 50 mph; tech checked balance, found 10g each real wheel. note: has less noticeable bent [?] 
Aug 2010

30100 mi
This was 3rd visit to repair ESP and Speedtronic that were intermittently failing. DTB performed 
Oct 2010

32000 mi
Vehicle in shop for 4th time to attempt permanent fix. Advised service manager that this now elevating to a safety issue. 2nd steering angle sensor replaced under warranty with "updated part"[apparently 1st module was defective]. 
Mar 2011

34000 mi
Owner reported no back illumination on exterior lamp switch; dealer inspected and compared to another E Class; advised only center illumination on switch. No problem found. 
Jan 2013

31300 mi
Factory campaign 201207002 cam solenoid TC 0060 continuous camshaft adjust; replaced Y49/7 [magnet] cam plugs and oil separator leaking; cam plugs and oil separator replaced 
Aug 2013

44000 mi

US $692
low speed vibration caused by transfer case. unit serviced to correct problem. transmission pilot bushing leaking. bushing replaced to correct problem. 
Jun 2014

52000 mi
Vibrations from Power Train When Cornering and/or Shuddering When Making Sharp Turns at Low Speeds Vibrations from Power Train [same as previous]. 2009 TSB indicated transfer case to be replaced if 2nd repair attempt; vehicle was under new car warranty at time of 2nd problem report. Dealer did NOT perform repair. 5 times in shop; no fix. 
Nov 2015

66000 mi
Power train vibration never fixed. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Idaho, United States
Apr 2016 - Jul 2017
Dec 2016

70000 mi

US $15
Replace serpentine belt tensioner. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Colorado, United States
Jun 2014 - Jun 2018
Apr 2014

115500 mi

US $1200
Replace Transmission Conductor Plate 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Oregon, United States
Dec 2007 - Dec 2016
Oct 2007

9262 mi
LF axle boot replacement. Left seat software module repair. Both on warranty 
Jun 2008

9535 mi
Replace right seat motor, see above. On warranty. 
Oct 2009

19523 mi
Reprogram driver's seat due to malfunction. On warranty. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in New Jersey, United States
- Oct 2007
Oct 2007

5500 mi
Windscreen replacement due to defective lamination. Req'd caps for hex head nuts for windshield wiper arms, just below top edge of engine hood. Sat radio was losing signal when hitting pot holes or bumps in road. Climate control examined because t 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Illinois, United States
Jan 2013 - Mar 2015
Dec 2013

91000 mi
Exhaust Cam Magnets and sensors 
Feb 2014

93000 mi

US $200
Replace thermostat as needed Replace belt and idler (preventative) 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in New York, United States
Dec 2012 - Jan 2017
Nov 2015

46000 mi

US $4000
Major repair. Replaced defective balance shaft and timing chain Replaced oil level sensor damaged during replacement of balance shaft. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in West Virginia, United States
Mar 2010 - Jun 2011
May 2010

48000 mi
When using one of my two keys, 1 out of 3 times when starting the car, the radio, A/C, dash and windows don't work. Shown video of problem to dealer. Dealer claims to not be able to reproduce, but happens daily to me. Noticed hesitation shifting when cold - dealer replaced torque converter. Dealer refused to do glycol check - probably because my warranty is about to run out. 
Jun 2010

49000 mi
Escalated to MBUSA to finally force them to replace the defective key. Took two weeks for them to "order the part" after agreeing to replace it. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in New York, United States
Nov 2009 - Apr 2010
Apr 2010

35000 mi
The car was a lemon. They attempted to repair the same problem 4 times that caused the car to shut down while driving at speed (happened at 60 mph). No power at all, just shut off. Very dangerous. Car wasn't driven for a year. Had to be inspected. They found a gasoline leak - the entire rear of the interior had to be replaced! 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Pennsylvania, United States
Jun 2014 - Aug 2016
Aug 2016

125000 mi

US $482
Front and rear alignment. Crankshaft sensor. New tires. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Michigan, United States
Apr 2009 - Jun 2015
Aug 2012

51800 mi

US $510
Key fob would not turn when inserted and steering wheel and transmission selector remained locked. Required replacement of steering wheel lock mechanism. 
Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Indiana, United States
Nov 2015 - Mar 2016
Nov 2015

91000 mi

US $450
gas smell fuel line leak transmission flare when shifting 1 to 2nd gear 

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2007 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan

228-horsepower 3.0L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD

Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Saudi Arabia
Dec 2014 - Dec 2015
Feb 2015

48860 mi
misfiring 

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2007 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4-door

6-cylinder automatic 2WD

Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Arizona, United States
Dec 2014 - Oct 2015
Jan 2015

70300 mi
Drive mount and transmission mount replacement 

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