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2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Electrical Problems

Electrical complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has 15 NHTSA electrical complaints and 0 electrical-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Other
186
Fuel System
123
Brakes
67
Suspension
29
Electrical
15
Engine
14
Powertrain
13
Airbags
8
Visibility
5
Lights
3
Seat Belts
3
Steering
3
Structure
3
Seats
3

15

Complaints

0

Recalls

1

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 9, 2026

All Electrical Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
May 3, 2024ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHERThe sunroof has a recall due to the fact that it has a bad seal, which could fly off due to this iss...
Oct 27, 2022ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKESOctober 26, 2022 my 2004 Mercedes model E320 W211 VIN # [XXX] dash pop out warning " Brake Wearing ...
Nov 10, 2021ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,SEATSThe glue around front windshield has deteriorated and has caused major damage to my interior lights,...
Sep 6, 2021ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHERThe TRUNK will not open. It is supposed to open by pressing the button on the key fob or taking the ...
Aug 1, 2016ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMI HAVE GAS FUMES INSIDE THE CAR. I CHECK THE PUMP SENDER , AND I FOUND ELECTRICAL PROBLEM IN THE CON...
Jun 17, 2015ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKESTL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCEDES BENZ E500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCE...
Jun 13, 2015ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMCRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR DEALER SUPPLIED PART FAILED ON REPLACEMENT RESULTING IN SUDDEN STALLING I...
May 11, 2014ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTINGREPLACED THE HEADLIGHT BULBS ON MY CAR. THE INSULATION ON THE 2 WIRES TO THE BULB CRUMBLED ON BOTH...
May 12, 2013ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMWHILE TRAVELING ON THE WASHINGTON DC BELTWAY IN THE FAST LANE, IN HEAVY TRAFFIC, THE ENGINE COMPLETE...
Dec 3, 2012ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY,STRUCTURETHE SUNROOF LEAKS CAUSING ELECTRICAL DAMAGE. I RARELY USE THE SUNROOF. MAYBE I HAVE USED THE SUNRO...
Feb 1, 2010ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTHE IGNITION SWITCH FAILED ON MY 2004 MERCEDES E320 WAGON WHICH ONLY HAD 85K MILES. IF IT HAD FAILED...
Sep 1, 2008ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EQUIPMENTMY CAR BATTERY KEPT DYEING AND ALL OF THE SPEAKERS ON THE RIGHT SIDE WAS NOT WORKING. IN FACT WHEN ...
Sep 6, 2004ELECTRICAL SYSTEMELECTRONIC INTERFERENCE FROM AIRCRAFT CAUSED LIGHTS TO COME ON WHEN PARKED AT AIRPORT AND DRAINED BA...
Apr 13, 2004ELECTRICAL SYSTEMINTERMITTENT FAILURE OF THE DISTRONIC RADAR-CONTROLLED CRUISE CONTROL. IN EXTREME WET CONDITIONS TH...
Jan 19, 2004ELECTRICAL SYSTEMELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILURE. *AK

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