2004 Mercedes-Benz E500 problems by component
142 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2004 Mercedes-Benz E500, grouped by the component owners reported. Each component links to a detailed breakdown with mileage, severity and owner reports.
| Component | Complaints | Share | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System → | 56 | 39% | 93,000 mi |
| Fuel System, Gasoline → | 30 | 21% | 85,000 mi |
| Suspension → | 23 | 16% | 99,000 mi |
| Service Brakes → | 19 | 13% | 99,000 mi |
| Electrical System | 7 | 5% | — |
| Engine | 7 | 5% | — |
| Power Train | 7 | 5% | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 7 | 5% | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 2% | — |
| Equipment | 2 | 1% | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1% | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1% | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1% | — |
| Steering | 1 | 1% | — |
| Tires | 1 | 1% | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 1% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.