How common are fuel system complaints on the 2017 Mercedes-Benz E300?

NHTSA lists 25 Fuel System complaints for the 2017 E300, which is 19% of the 132 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a fuel system recall for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz E300?

NHTSA lists recall 16V758000 for the 2017 E300 involving fuel system wiring harness routing, but it does not cover the gasoline-smell or stalling pattern described by most complainants.

What mileage do fuel system problems usually appear at?

The median mileage at failure for fuel system complaints on this model year is 59,000 miles.

What is the most common fuel system complaint?

The most frequent complaint is a strong gasoline odor inside or around the cabin, often reported when the engine is cold, followed by reports of stalling or power loss.

Did any fuel system complaints involve fires or crashes?

NHTSA records show 0 fires and 0 crashes linked to the fuel system complaints for the 2017 E300.

2017 Mercedes-Benz E300 Fuel System Problems

NHTSA lists 25 Fuel System complaints for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz E300, 19% of its 132 total complaints for the year. Owners most often report a gasoline smell in the cabin and stalling or power loss, with a median failure mileage of 59,000. A 2016 recall covers a wiring harness routing issue, not the fuel-smell pattern.

Fuel System complaints: 25; 19% of 132
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 59,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

Vehicle loses power or stalls suddenly while driving, sometimes with warning lights illuminated, and owners point to a defective fuel pump.
A strong gasoline odor appears inside the cabin, often noticed in the morning or when the engine is cold.
Owners report a fuel line that cracked or leaked, described as low-pressure fuel line failure near the engine bay.
Some owners note the gasoline smell is also detectable outside the vehicle or in an enclosed garage, raising fire concerns.
Dealers and independent shops in several cases could not duplicate or diagnose the source of the fuel odor on first inspection.
One owner links the onset of the smell to reaching a mileage point that matches other similar reports.

When 2017 Mercedes-Benz E300 fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 28, 2017, latest Apr 27, 2026.

25 complaints filed with NHTSA from Feb 2017 to Apr 2026; peak Jan 2021 (2).

Fuel System recalls for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz E300

NHTSA 16V758000Oct 19, 2016Fuel System6,858 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2017 E300 Sedan and E300 Sedan 4Matic vehicles manufactured December 10, 2015, to June 30, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the rear bench seat frame may contact and damage the wiring harness for the fuel pump, fuel tank pressure sensor or fuel level gauge.
Risk: Damage to the fuel pump wiring may result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: MBUSA has notified owners, and dealers will modify the routing of the affected wiring harness, repairing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 28, 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Fuel System complaints by E300 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20160 (0%)
201725 (19%)
20181 (3%)
20192 (7%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are fuel system complaints on the 2017 Mercedes-Benz E300?: NHTSA lists 25 Fuel System complaints for the 2017 E300, which is 19% of the 132 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a fuel system recall for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz E300?: NHTSA lists recall 16V758000 for the 2017 E300 involving fuel system wiring harness routing, but it does not cover the gasoline-smell or stalling pattern described by most complainants.
What mileage do fuel system problems usually appear at?: The median mileage at failure for fuel system complaints on this model year is 59,000 miles.
What is the most common fuel system complaint?: The most frequent complaint is a strong gasoline odor inside or around the cabin, often reported when the engine is cold, followed by reports of stalling or power loss.
Did any fuel system complaints involve fires or crashes?: NHTSA records show 0 fires and 0 crashes linked to the fuel system complaints for the 2017 E300.