2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2011

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2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class repairs by problem area

Engine (25%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (6%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (40%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (16%)

Other (5%)

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2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (25%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (13%)

$100 - $499 (13%)

< $100 (50%)

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Chart based on 8 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan

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

128000 mi

US $3912
Had to replace rear differential. 
133000 mi Rear axle seals were replaced under warranty following the rear differential replacement. 
29000 mi warning "proceed to workshop, do not shift" on dash. Software update to transmission to solve 

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2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan

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

34700 mi Pan gasket failed, causing a leak 

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2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan

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

82000 mi Rear differential has failed and is making a humming or whirring sound. 

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2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan

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

39300 mi

US $900
Transmission leaking at the plug drain. Inspected, found that dealership had not installed the proper part on the plug drain to keep it from leaking. Proper part installed, transmission fluid topped off. 
72000 mi

US $149
Trans was leaking fluid droplets. Dealer traced problem to bad plug in the drain hole, replaced with redesigned part. A follow-up visit the next month showed no further leakage. 
74000 mi

US $3700
Transmission gasket leaking. Gasket replaced. 
57900 mi Update software 

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2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Transmission Problems

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