CarRecallWatchThe 2003 Mercedes-Benz AMG E55 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 70 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Fuel/Propulsion System (40 reports).
2003 Mercedes-Benz AMG E55 recalls
Sunroof Glass Can Detach and Become a Road Hazard
The glass sunroof panel on certain Mercedes-Benz vehicles may not be properly secured, so it can detach while driving.
Sunroof Glass May Detach While Driving, Risking a Crash
The glass sunroof panel on certain vehicles may not be properly secured to the vehicle, so it can come loose and detach while the car is being driven.
Sunroof Glass Can Detach, Creating Road Hazard
The adhesive bonding the sunroof glass panel to its sliding frame can deteriorate over time.
Most common 2003 Mercedes-Benz AMG E55 problems
Problem areas named in the 70 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 40 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 28 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 2 |
| Engine | 2 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Seats | 1 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2003 Mercedes-Benz AMG E55. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, he smelled an abnormal gasoline odor inside of the vehicle. After a visual inspection of the rear seats, the contact observed gasoline pooling underneath the rear seats. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to TSB: 2008-020001. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was unknown.
The Alternator died after just over two years from being replaced by Mercedes part and labor causing a loss of electrical power and a loss of brake in the car.
WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS ON THE HIGHWAY ON A LONG ROAD TRIP, THERE WAS AN INCREASINGLY LARGE RATTLE WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS UNDER LOAD. EVENTUALLY THE RATTLE STOPPED. THEN WHEN I TRIED TO FILL UP THE CAR WITH GAS, IT LEAKED EVERYWHERE CAUSING A MASSIVE FIRE HAZARD. WHILE THIS WAS PUT UNDER EXTENDED WARRANTY FOR 15 YEARS BY MERCEDES BENZ, A 2003 MODEL IS OUT OF WARRANTY BY 3 YEARS. THIS IS COMPLETELY UNACCEPTABLE AS IT LEFT ME STRANDED IN RURAL MONTANA ON A ROAD TRIP (I'M FROM WA) AND POSED A MASSIVE FIRE HAZARD IN THE BLAZING HEAT OF SUMMER. I HAD TO TOW IT BACK ON A UHAUL TO PREVENT FURTHER DAMAGE TO THE CAR OR A POTENTIAL FIRE. EVEN THE MECHANICS AT A NEAR-ISH (200 MILES AWAY FROM THE MONTANA HI
MY VEHICLE IS CURRENTLY EXPERIENCING AN SRS WARNING LIGHT THAT THE DEALERSHIP, MERCEDES BENZ OF SOUTH BAY, DIAGNOSED AS BEING A PASSENGER SEAT WEIGHT SENSOR FAILURE. THEY ADVISED THAT THIS IS A COMMON FAILURE ON THESE MODELS, WHICH UPON SEARCHING THE INTERNET I BELIEVE IS THE CASE, AND QUOTED ME OVER $4,000 FOR THE REPAIR. THIS FAILURE TURNS OFF THE PASSENGER AIRBAG UNLESS THE REPAIR IS PERFORMED. MY UNDERSTANDING, HAVING PREVIOUSLY WORKING FOR ANOTHER OEM FOR 15 YEARS, WAS THAT AIRBAGS AND THEIR ASSOCIATED PARTS SHOULD LAST THE LIFE OF THE VEHICLE. IT APPEARS THAT THIS FAILURE IS SO COMMON WORLDWIDE THAT AFTERMARKET COMPANIES SELL "EMULATOR" KITS THAT TURN OFF THE LIGHT AND MAKE THE AIRBAG
WHAT SHOULD HAVE BEEN A CLASSIFIED AS A TOTAL RECALL TURNED INTO AN EXTENDED WARRANTY, AND AS A RESULT I HAVE LOST $1700. AFTER A BATTLE WITH THE NHTSA, BACK IN 2015 MERCEDES SETTLED TO DO A RETROACTIVE EXTENDED WARRANTY ON CERTAIN 2003-2011 VEHICLES DUE TO HOW MANY PROBLEMS AND SAFETY CONCERNS THERE WERE WITH THE FUEL SYSTEM. UNKNOWN TO ME, NOT RECEIVING ANY LETTERS ABOUT THE ISSUE SINCE PURCHASE, MY CAR WAS OUT OF THE WARRANTY PERIOD BY 3 MONTHS WHEN I GOT A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. I HAD THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT READ BY A REPUTABLE GAS-STATION SHOP, AND THEY FOUND AN EVAP LEAK. THIS WAS NO NORMAL HOSE LEAK/GAS CAP OPEN EVAP LEAK. THEY ENDED UP FINDING A MASSIVE LEAK AT THE TOP FUEL PUMP!
2003 Mercedes-Benz AMG E55 questions
Does the 2003 Mercedes-Benz AMG E55 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2003 Mercedes-Benz AMG E55: Sunroof Glass Can Detach and Become a Road Hazard; Sunroof Glass May Detach While Driving, Risking a Crash; Sunroof Glass Can Detach, Creating Road Hazard. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Mercedes-Benz AMG E55?
Based on 70 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel/Propulsion System (40), Fuel System, Gasoline (28), Electrical System (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 2003 Mercedes-Benz AMG E55 has been fixed?
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