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2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Reliability Rating
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Comments
Engine
Occasional problems on this vehicle are failures of the Fuel Tank Sending Unit(s) and Valve Cover Gaskets. The cost to repair the Fuel Tank Sending Unit(s) is estimated at $288.00 each for parts and $117.00 each for labor. The cost to repair the Valve Cover Gaskets is estimated at $22.00 each for parts and $117.00 for one side and $176.00 for both sides for the labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Transmission & Driveline
An occasional problem on this vehicle is failure of the 13 pin Transmission Electrical Connector. The cost to repair the 13 pin Transmission Electrical Connector is estimated at $35.00 parts and $65.00 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Steering & Suspension
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Brakes
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Heating & Air Conditioning
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Starting & Charging
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Accessories
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Overall
5 out of 5
*Repair costs are based on a flat rate of $65.00 per hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
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