MYRModel Year Report

2003 Mercedes-Benz AMG E55

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2003 Mercedes-Benz AMG E55
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:04:02.138Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints
70
Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 2003

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Fuel/propulsion system

57% of complaints

Complaints per year

2003: 70 complaints 2003 70 2004: 111 complaints 2004 2005: 132 complaints 2005 2006: 34 complaints 2006
2003: 70 complaints 2003 70 2004: 111 complaints 2004 2005: 132 complaints 2005 2006: 34 complaints 2006
2003: 70 complaints 2003 70 2004: 111 complaints 2004 2005: 132 complaints 2005 2006: 34 complaints 2006

2003: 70 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
200370
2004111
2005132
200634

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Fuel/propulsion system

57% · 40 reports
Show complaint excerpts

Fuel tank assembly recall

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-05-20

I just purchased a used 2003 Mercedes-Benz E55 amg. Upon driving it home from the state where I purchased it, I smelled a strong fuel smell.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-04-30

Strong fuel smell after fill up. Fuel leaking on to top of tank and vapors entering cabin

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-01-16

Fuel system, gasoline

40% · 28 reports

Most commonly citing fuel pump and tank assembly.

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The contact owns a 2003 Mercedes-Benz AMG E55. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, he smelled an abnormal gasoline odor inside of the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-12-04

Reference PE12001 gasoline started pouring inside the passenger compartment under the rear seat bench on the driver's side. Extreme gasoline fumes inside the vehicle. Check engine light turned on at the same time of incident.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-08-22

In reference to NHTSA campaign id number: PE12001 vehicle was taken in for servicing under (Emissions recall campaign # 2008-020001) and fuel sender unit was replaced.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-05-03

Service brakes

6% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

Electrical system

4% · 3 reports

Power train

3% · 2 reports

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    2012-01-23Preliminary evaluationClosed 2013-03-18 Fuel System (Tank/Sender) Leakage
  2. I
    2013-03-15Engineering analysisClosed 2014-12-19 Fuel Leakage From The Fuel Tank
  3. R
    2020-07-10Visibility19V918000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 vehicles. The bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame may deteriorate, possibly resulting in the glass panel detaching from the vehicle.

    Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the glass panel bonding and replace the sliding roof, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 10, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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  4. R
    2023-02-03Visibility22V954000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, and CLS vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The glass sunroof panel may not be properly secured and may detach.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the sunroof panel as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall expands NHTSA recall number 19V-918.

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  5. R
    2025-01-10Visibility24V874000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, and CLS vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The glass sunroof panel may not be properly secured and can detach.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the sunroof panel as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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Buy-smart checklist

2003 Mercedes-Benz AMG E55 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Fuel/propulsion system: 40 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: 28 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 4 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 19V918000 · Visibility
  • Recall 22V954000 · Visibility
  • Recall 24V874000 · Visibility
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2003 Mercedes-Benz AMG E55 reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Mercedes-Benz AMG E55?
The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 57% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2003 Mercedes-Benz AMG E55 have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.