1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Mercedes-Benz E-Class 1999

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1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class repairs by problem area

Engine (41%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (15%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (14%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (26%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (1%)

Other (1%)

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1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (9%)

$1000 - $2499 (9%)

$500 - $999 (36%)

$100 - $499 (45%)

< $100 (0%)

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Chart based on 11 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Engine not specified

88700 mi

US $4500
Rebuilt tranny and torque converter.  
127500 mi

US $400
Differential drive shaft oil seal or pinion seal replacement 
130000 mi

US $180
Transmission electrical adapter leaking transmission fluid. Replaced. This is a common problem and it turns out there was a service bulletin. 

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1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4-door

8-cylinder automatic 2WD

91000 mi

US $500
Shifter bushing wore out. 

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1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4-door

6-cylinder automatic AWD

317000 mi

US $250
Replace CV Joint Boots only due to wear 
122760 mi

C $1000
replace rear pinion seal oil and filter service 
146320 mi

C $750
Differential seal leak. Re & Re 

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1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4-door

6-cylinder automatic 2WD

82000 mi

US $478
rear pinion seal 
82000 mi

US $550
transmission conductor plate, flexdisk 
89000 mi

US $225
Replaced leaking transmission adapter plug and seals, added transmission fluid. Mechanic noted that he replaces these parts all the time. 
102300 mi

A $500
transmission fluid leakage 

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1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Transmission Problems

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