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The contact owns a 2005 Mercedes Benz E320. The contact stated after refueling, a strong odor of would emit outside of the vehicle without any sign of fuel leakage on the ground. On a separate occasion when driving the engine warning indicator illuminated continuously on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated the fuel tank and fuel pump would need to be replaced. There was currently an open investigation under NHTSA action number PE12001 (fuel system, gasoline: Delivery: Fuel pump, fuel system, gasoline: Storage: Tank assembly). The vehicle had not been repaired. The authorized dealer and manufacturer were notified of the defect. The failure mileage was 63,400. Updated 05/02/12 the consumer stated the dealer denied problem. Updated 05/12/2012 updated 10/12/12
- La Quinta , CA, USA
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- La Quinta , CA, USA