Problem Reports

Mercedes-Benz E500

Report: Early Versions of Central Gateway Module Have Software Problems

• Wire Connector on Transmission May Leak Fluid and Damage Control Module
  The electrical connector at the automatic transmission may leak fluid into the wiring harness. If not repaired, the oil will migrate through the...

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• Radiator Problem
  My 2006 MB has only 30,000 miles on it and I took it into the dealer I purchased it from and they said that the radiator had a small hole the size of a pinhead and the fluide ran into the transmiss...

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• Failed Gateway Module May Cause Lack of Audio/Cell Phone Functionality
  Lack of audio or cell phone functionality may be related to the failure of the audio gateway mo...

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• Computer system software updates may cost money if car is out of warranty
  Many software updates are available for the different computer systems, but if the vehicle is o...

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• Engine Performance Problems Due to Crankshaft Position Sensor Failure
  The crankshaft position sensor may fail. Symptoms of this are: The engine will crank—but...

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