2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Problems and Repair Histories
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2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Classes for which no problems have been reported are not displayed. So the 2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class problems and repair histories you see here should not be used to infer car problem frequency.
For 2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class problem frequency, check the Car Reliability Survey result. For the problems behind the score, check the 2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class problems and repair histories that follow it.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Reliability through March 31, 2013
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year | Make/Model | Trips/Year/100 Cars | Compared to all models for the same year | |
| 2004 | Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 12 E-Classes, 7.6 months of data per E-Class, average 85800 miles Small sample size. Join or 12 E-Classes, 7.6 months of data per E-Class, average 85800 miles Small sample size. sign in to view |
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2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Wagon
302-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 84000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 91000 | 0 | Failed latch on tailgate. |
| Jul | 2012 | 94700 | 1100 | Collapse of left front air suspension strut. |
| Sep | 2012 | 98000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Minnesota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 187000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2011 | 195000 | 2400 | Failed left front wheel bearing. Replaced bearing, drive shaft, other parts. |
| Sep | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Wagon
221-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2011 | 77000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2011 | 87000 | 100 | Aux battery (original, 7-years old) failed and needed to be replaced. Picked one up at AutoZone and installed in the parking lot. |
| Nov | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2012 | 85000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2012 | 88300 | 500 | Replace camshaft position sensor. |
| Mar | 2013 | 94000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Mississippi, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 51000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2012 | 70500 | 400 | Dealer identified the need for new ball joints and lower control arms. I agreed on the issue, based on what I knew. Wanted 1500. I did it myself for 400, but spent about 10 hours working on it. |
| Apr | 2013 | 74000 | 200 | Check engine light came on and a scan indicated it was a mass air flow problem. I replaced the MAF sensor with a new one and the problem went away. |
2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Wagon
221-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2011 | 63000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2013 | 76000 | 304 | Fault codes for gasoline evaporation system. R/R gas cap. Repaired plastic lines of evap. recovery system. |
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Connecticut, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2010 | 77000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2012 | 86000 | 1200 | Regular oil change and replacement of front and rear brake pads and rotors. this has been a great car. only second time brake pads were replaced. |
| Dec | 2012 | 91000 | 1700 | regular maintenance at 90,000 miles, valve cover gasket replacement and new spark plugs |
| Mar | 2013 | 93000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
supercharged 469hp 5.4L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2008 | 850 | Supercharger - internal gasket failed allowing oil to enter intake creating blue exhaust smoke. Gasket replaced and all is well. Covered under extended warranty. | |
| Mar | 2009 | 1350 | Engine and transmission mounts leaking fluid - diagnosis was a replacement at $900.00. Rear seating temperature control unit failed. Replacement cost was $450.00. | |
| Oct | 2009 | 670 | Ball joints worn and replaced. | |
2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
302-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2012 | 76000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2012 | 76000 | 5500 | Replaced broken swaybar bracket |
2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
221-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 315 | replace transmission wiring harness | |
| Sep | 2009 | 685 | replace engine and transmission mounts. | |
| Nov | 2009 | 3800 | replace entire suspension system. Airmatic pump and 4 struts. | |
2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
221-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2011 | 83000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2012 | 88300 | 600 | had to replace two batteries |
| Apr | 2012 | 90000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4-door
turbocharged 6-cylinder diesel automatic 2WD
| Mercedes-Benz in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 96000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 98000 | 300 | Thermostat failed open; car would not maintain proper operating temperature. Thermostat was replaced and problem was resolved. Small transmission fluid leak at electrical connector. Connector was replaced and transmission fluid flushed and replaced. |
| May | 2011 | 100000 | 650 | Fuel line from tank to engine mounted hi-pressure fuel pump had leak at connection. This fuel leak puddled on the fuel pump and boiled off, causing smoke under the hood. Dealer replaced lines and cleaned mating surface to abate leak. |
| Jun | 2011 | 101000 | 560 | Trunk mounted DVD Navigation drive failed, causing failure of navigation system. Repalcement of the drive was a used unit restored functionality. |
| Oct | 2011 | 106000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4-door
6-cylinder diesel automatic 2WD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Norway | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 52080 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2011 | 53320 | 0 | replaced shock-absorber for a car with air-suspension. |
2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Jordan | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2011 | 57040 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 70060 | 0 | change of front brake.label light change,and othe |
| Jan | 2012 | 71920 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
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