MYRModel Year Report

2004 Mercedes Benz E

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2004 Mercedes Benz E
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:25:02.110Z

Only 2 complaints on file — too few 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.

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mercedes Benz E Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2004 highlighted. 1994: 1 complaints 1994 2004: 2 complaints 2004 2005: 5 complaints 2005 2006: 1 complaints 2007: 2 complaints 2007 2008: 7 complaints 2009: 2 complaints 2009 2010: 1 complaints 2011: 10 complaints 2011 2012: 0 complaints 2012
2004: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
19941
20042
20055
20061
20072
20087
20092
20101
201110
20120

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 of 2 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.

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AFTER FUELING UP COMPLETELY, THERE WAS A STRONG RAW GASOLINE SMELL IN MY GARAGE. IT WAS COMING FROM THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL WELL. THIS IS THE OPPOSITE SIDE OF WHERE THE FUEL FILL CAP IS!

NHTSA ODI report, 20120808

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 of 2 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

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I CURRENTLY DRIVE A 2004 MERCEDES E500 4MATIC WITH 78,000 MILES CURRENTLY ON IT. RECENTLY, AFTER REFUELING THE CAR I HAVE NOTICED A VERY STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE BOTH INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THE CAR.

NHTSA ODI report, 20111023

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2004 Mercedes Benz E — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2004 Mercedes Benz E 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 2004 Mercedes Benz E?

The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2004 Mercedes Benz E have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.