2015 Mercedes Benz C300 fuel system problems

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Fuel hose system leaking. Inhalation of gas fumes caused headaches and nausea. Risk of vehicle fire. Yes, the problem has been confirmed by a Mercedes dealer. This is a known issue with Mercedes C300 2015 models and other years. There have been other complaints/lawsuits against Mercedes not wanting to pay for the issue. No warnings just strong gas smell.

NHTSA complaint #11707032 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Due to the type of fuel line and clamps used to fasten them, cold weather has caused them to shrink such that gas leaks, which comes through the car vents into the car cab and now into my [XXX] and [XXX] kids's lungs. Mercedes has issued a 10 year warranty on this specific feature, but it should be a safety recall unless we agree that inhaling gas vapors is okay for your health. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

NHTSA complaint #11638347 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

There seems to be a continuous gas smell in my car and I see some class action law suits for the same problem but dealership says there is no recall- synopsis of class action below February 26, 2021 — A Mercedes C300 fuel smell has led to a class action lawsuit that alleges 2015-2019 (W205) C-Class vehicles have defects that cause fuel leaks and odors. According to the Mercedes-Benz class action lawsuit, fuel can leak into the engine compartment from fuel line connections to the fuel pump at the rear of the engine compartment. Mercedes C300 and other C-Class vehicle occupants complain of strong fuel smells caused by the fuel leaks. Please assist

NHTSA complaint #11638428 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Purchased vehicle in march 2024 it went thru emission inspection in 2022 after failing it passed second time . I go for inspection and it fails emission test again just passed two years later. After doing my research Positive Crankcase Ventilation System seems to be a very common problem. It also cost 2000 to fix. Appreciate you time thank you

NHTSA complaint #11607201 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

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NHTSA complaint #11589816 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Very strong gas smell inside the car when started and heat or air is turned on. I have done research and it is a common issue with this car. This is a very serious issue that can cause an engine fire with the gas leaking in the engine compartment.

NHTSA complaint #11584382 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

I got my oil changed last week and not my car has the check engine light on and is throwing the code p025e. From what I’ve read this is common problem in these cars. It’s an environmental hazard, because when this happens the car is not dispelling the fumes as it should and cannot be ventilated correctly.

NHTSA complaint #11582042 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

My 2015 Mercedes Benz vehicle is rarely driven as I took public transportation to work and has ~55000 miles. However, the engine has started throwing error code P052E verified by an independent dealer - crankcase ventilation valve failure. It means the engine could shut off amid driving and I did research and it seems like a very common issue that Mercedes Benz car owner encounter and feels like a severe car defect.

NHTSA complaint #11568638 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

I have a fuel smell in the cabin of my car which started about 3 weeks ago. I have drove the car a couple of times and it was pretty bad, also my sunroof almost blew off the car while driving to dry the car after removing the salt from the streets after the snow. I have since parked it in the garage to avoid any further damage. I will submit pictures so you can see the sunroof.

NHTSA complaint #11566872 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

High pressure fuel line leaking, strong gas fumes smell in cabin

NHTSA complaint #11560827 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Emissions Failure P052E - Positive Crankcase Ventilation Regulator Valve Performance. Vehicle has been inspected. Warning lamp appeared for my engine recently. Cause by faulty plastic valves that requires a significant costly repair - around $3,000 USD

NHTSA complaint #11558631 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1. A faint smell of fuel, occasionally, external of vehicle. 2. The headlights has a water fog mist inside of headlight lens. 3. The seats and car interior cracks easily. (Seats, arm rest and dashboard) etc.

NHTSA complaint #11550450 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

The contact owns a 2015 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated that after refueling, the contact smelled a gasoline odor throughout the interior of the vehicle. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the canister purge valve. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related it to NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V138000 (Fuel System, Gasoline), but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 10,000.

NHTSA complaint #11548209 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

P052E PCV value problem Google search results show this is a very common problem, and despite being a component of the vehicle emissions system, Mercedes is refusing to repair under the emissions warranty.

NHTSA complaint #11545073 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Just got my car from the mechanic on 7/21/23 and it through an error code as I drove home. Towed back snd mechanic stated I need to replace the crank case vent valve assembly. Further stated that they keep in stock because it happens often. Error code P2188

NHTSA complaint #11534426 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Mercedes Benz via American Service Center in Arlington, VA regarding the service they performed on my 2015 C300 W4 4Door Sedan AWD the following issues have presented: ISSUE: 03MBZZWARN1 ENGINE LIGHT TECH: 901844 PROBLEM: ENGINE HARNESS, ENGINE CONTROL MODULE, CRANKCASE VENT VALVE, AND O2 SENSOR BANK 1 CAUSE: FOUND OIL IN THE ENGINE HARNESS AND ENGINE HARNESS. OIL IS ENTERING THREW [SIC] THE CRANK CASE VENT VALVE. RECOMMEND REPLACING. Approximate miles at the time of this issue: 63,141. Cost of Repair: $8309.58 Yes, the vehicle is available for inspection. Safety concerns: The vehicle is not able to pass an emissions test with the engine light engaged. Per America Service Center in Arlington, VA, which is the only service center that has serviced the vehicle during my ownership, they commented and documented that oil is entering through a vent valve. My additional concerns are: If an odorless fume is passing into the passenger cabin and the vehicle can not pass state emissions these are immediate concerns. The service center advices that I may continue to drive the vehicle. However, I am concerned should the oil fully empty without warning the vehicle may fail while in use on a dangerous roadway due to cause and effect of additional unknown maintenance related operational co-dependent mechanical components.

NHTSA complaint #11524033 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

2015 C300 Crankcase Ventilation Valve Replacement P052E71 NEED TO BE REPLACED, ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. ONLY HAVE 37,000 MILES MANY REPORTS OF THIS ISSUE

NHTSA complaint #11514640 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

My son's car was blowing white smoke out of the exhaust and had a sweet burning smell and the check engine light came on. The crankcase vent valve is needing to be replaced on this 2015 C300 Mercedes Benz and many owners of this same type of car (different year) are posting about it. Owners of these types of cars are saying that replacement is happening more than once! That it's a common defect of these cars. My son has less than 100,000 miles (61,000 if that) and this shouldn't be happening. And, it's time someone does something to protect the consumer. Mercedes-Benz dealers are taking advantage of consumers and charging ridiculous prices to replace this part, but the part shouldn't be breaking. It's a safety factor in that it can affect driving, there's risk of blowing valves/valve cap and engines, including loss of the vehicle and nowadays no one can afford to buy a new car or even a used one! Consumers buy what they think is a reliable vehicle but Mercedes isn't taking care of their customers. Mercedes-Benz should be forced to do a recall and replace these faulty parts. Read other complaints here: https://www.benzworld.org/threads/2015-c300-crankcase-ventilation-valve-replacement-p052e71.3047538/page-2

NHTSA complaint #11513522 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

When start the engine, or idling, it smell gasoline in the cabin so bad.

NHTSA complaint #11511283 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Check engine light came on and strong fuel smell. Crankcase ventilation malfunction code was verified by dealer.

NHTSA complaint #11509160 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

The car smell like gasoline inside, the gas hose connecting the high pressure gas line to the gas tank is licking due a bad connectors

NHTSA complaint #11509173 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

When driving I accelerated and then the engine light turned on. after that the car was jolty and turned off completely when stopped. had to force a restart at the light. code that came back was p052E. This is a major and common issue with these cars. part is 400+ dollars. labor is much more since this is a 6 hour job. the work to replace this part is incredibly intensive that makes it impossible for regular car owners to change. Mercedes refuses to recognizes this as a common issue. but the truth is they designed a faulty system that they claim to have updated a handful of times now.

NHTSA complaint #11507757 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Strong Gas Smell when heater comes on. Could be hazardous due to breathing in Fuel Fumes

NHTSA complaint #11503021 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

I have an emissions related Check Engine Light (P052E71) relating to the Evaporative/Crankcase ventilation system. I think this should be a Recalled/Warrantee item on the 10 year/100,000 miles federally mandated guarantee. Please advise...

NHTSA complaint #11500356 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

2015 Mercedes C300 crankcase ventilation regularly valve is garbage, have to spend around $2K to get it replaced. Very common issue for this model.

NHTSA complaint #11498620 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Code P052E

NHTSA complaint #11492676 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Positive crankcase ventilation valve. Known issue with manufacturer

NHTSA complaint #11489991 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Strong odor of fuel in the cabin when entering the cabin and stronger when vehicle is first started

NHTSA complaint #11479497 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Check engine lite with code P052E that is "Positive Crank Case Ventilation Regulation Valve Performance" at around 65K miles. This might pose danger with engine failure. the problem has been confirmed by an independent service center. Dealer said that this problem is common to the year and model of my car and that the manufacturer has replaced this piece in newer models. Since the manufacturer already know this issue and replaced the piece with a better one for newer model. I believe this part should be recalled and replaced by the manufacturer. it is crazy amount of money for the consumer to fix this.

NHTSA complaint #11476351 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.