Mercedes-benz E300 1997
Vehicle Details: Fuel Economy, Emissions, Investigations, Consumer Complaints, Service Bulletins
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Below you will find all available information on the 1997 Mercedes-Benz E300.
The vehicle is described as a Rear-Wheel Drive Midsize Cars .
Manufacturer | Known WMI(s) | Fuel Type |
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Mercedes-Benz | Diesel | |
City MPG | Highway MPG | CO2 emissions |
23 MPG | 30 MPG | 391.53 g/mile |
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Sub-models: - E300 Diesel -
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What is the MPG of a 1997 Mercedes-Benz E300?
- The 1997 Mercedes-Benz E300 has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 23 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 30 MPG.
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What is the fuse box diagram for the 1997 Mercedes-Benz E300?
- Fuse box diagrams for the 1997 Mercedes-Benz E300 can be found here
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What is the annual fuel cost for the 1997 Mercedes-Benz E300?
- EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 1997 Mercedes-Benz E300 is $2200.
Automatic 5-spd Rear-Wheel Drive E300 Diesel
Description Data Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.0 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Automatic 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -1250 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details EMS 2MODE Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 13.7383 City mpg for fuel type 1, 23 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 26 Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.0 Drive axle type Rear-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 20090 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 2200 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Diesel Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Diesel Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 30 Vehicle record id 13582 4 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 15 Model name (carline) E300 Diesel Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle Y If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 4-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 95 Transmission Automatic 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 29.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 42.3077 EPA vehicle size class Midsize Cars You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -1250 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details EMS 2MODE Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.
- LI54.65-P-072065 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Unmotivated reaction from park assist - model series 213 facelift / 238 facelift with option code 235 (active par- king assist) and option code 501 (surround view system)
- LI42.47-P-067502 - ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC): If the customer brakes sharply from a speed of > 30mph, without abs intervention, there is a single cracking noise from the area of the esp hydraulic unit
- LI27.50-P-071658 - POWER TRAIN: Harsh engagement when changing gear range from p to d or r
- LI27.50-P-049281 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL): Harsh engagement when changing gear range from p to d
- LI32.22-P-071495 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Airmatic fault message "max 80 km/ h (50 mph) " in instrument cluster
- LI82.85-P-058582 - EQUIPMENT: Apple products (iphone or ipod) are not charged via the serial usb interface of the comand online control unit (a40/3) in the stowage compartment of the center console.
- LI46.10-P-057961 - STEERING: Surface damage on steering wheel trim
- GI88.40-P-057430 - EQUIPMENT: Message in instrument cluster "distronic pluscurrently unavailable - see owner's manual"
- LI91.10-P-059373 - SEATS: Possible complaints: 1. Memory function of electric seat fore/aft adjustment not functioning. 2. Seat fore/aft adjustment with easy entry/exit feature not functioning. 3. Head restraint presetting not functioning. 4. Seat fore/aft adjus
- LI65.00-P-059054 - STRUCTURE: Aircap functions excessively
- LI35 30-P-058566 - POWER TRAIN: Throttle lift-off clunking noises at drive shafts of rear axle
- LI33 30-P-056665 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Throttle lift-off clunking noises at drive shafts of front axle
- LI46 35-P-070153 - STEERING: Assessment of actuating and operating noise from steering
- LI91 45-P-066075 - SEAT BELTS: Seat belt extender toothed rack sluggish or makes noises
- LI54 30-P-068430 - SUSPENSION: Display of suspension setting in head unit implausible
- LI72 20-P-068322 - STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE: Liftgate intermittently does not open fully
- LI82.30-P-059239 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER: Complaints about poor wiping effect of winshield wiper
- LI54.10-P-060034 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Vehicle cannot be unlocked (cl), engine does not start - 12v starter battery discharged
- LI82.70-P-060004 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: Iphone mobile phone: various complaints after software update to ios8
- LI07.08-P-060993 - ENGINE (PWS): Engine diagnosis warning lamp lights up in instrument cluster, fault code U145400: "implausible data were received from the ethanol sensor"
- LI08.30-P-057146 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Various fault codes logged in power electronics control unit
Front suspension coil spring ejection investigation # PE07021
Odi has focused this investigation on assessing the risks posed by a separated spring as (1) a road hazard and (2) the potential for vehicle control to be compromised after the front coil spring has been ejected from its intended position in the vehicle.Both risks are associated with corrosion, flexing, and fracture of the upper front suspension mounting bracket.Time-in-service failure rates are notably higher in salt belt states since corrosion is a primary contributor to the failure mode.Since a number of incidents have occurred while the vehicle was being operated, odi is skeptical that owners can always detect the subtle side to side difference in ride height and/or inspect or notice that the upper suspension bracket has been compromised by corrosion.(1) road hazard - although the (approx. 7 lb.) front suspension spring that may be ejected at highway speeds could pose a serious road hazard to pedestrians and other vehicles, the occurrence rate has been low (.03% based on 51 reported incidents occurring and an initial population of 172,781 vehicles after 9 - 12 years of use / exposure) and there are no known injuries, fatalities, or property damage reports due to an ejected spring.Also, many of the 51 incidents occurred at low speed or while the vehicle was stopped or parked.(2) vehicle control - vehicle handling and control could be affected by the fracture of the upper suspension mount and/or the associated spring ejection.Odi first identified its concern about corrosion in the upper suspension bracket of subject vehicles in 2002, at which time mercedes provided a video that showed that a vehicle could be steered, stopped, and controlled through various maneuvers at high speeds with a front coil spring completely missing from the vehicle. During pe07-021, in addition to reviewing the 2002 video-tape, odi engineers drove an exemplar vehicle with the spring removed and simulated various combinations of steering angles to assess whether there were any possible conditions / displacements in which the separated spring might interfere with the wheels. In a vehicle with the front spring removed, the top of the wheel can lightly contact the bottom area of the wheel fender during high angle turns typically associated with slower speed maneuvers such as city driving. The light tire contact generated an obvious "grinding" noise and would likely abrade or bend the edge of the fender with continued use.However, the extent of the interference was not sufficient to affect vehicle steering and does not occur at smaller turning angles associated with highway driving.Odi has not identified a safety related defect trend at this time.Further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted.Accordingly, this investigation is closed.The closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding that a safety related defect does not exist.The agency reserves the right to take further action if future circumstances warrant.
Crash | Fire | Towed | Injured | Deaths | Failure Date |
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No | No | N | None | None | 20160526 |
The wire harness is brittle and the insulation is disintegrating, resulting in shorts and electrical failures. The headlights stopped working unexpectedly.
No | No | N | None | None | 20061109 |
Tl*- the contact owns a 1997 mercedes e300. While driving at various speeds and pressing the brake pedal the rear passenger brake light did not illuminate. Recall#05v505000 related to the 1999 slk mercedes. The failure mileage was 89,000. The current mileage was 90,000. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20060421 |
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 35mph a loud bang was heard coming from underneath the vehicle. After hearing the noise, the vehicle began handling differently and was taken to a dealer for inspection who determined the suspension had collapsed on front passenger side. The suspension housing was entirely replaced and the attachment of the spring to the body was re welded. The contact is concerned the problem could occur on the driver side. The manufacturer partially covered the repair and asked the contact to sign a confidentially waiver because of a recent influx of vehicles being repaired with the same problem.
No | No | N | None | None | 20020819 |
Problems with mercedes-benz e300 diesel.*mr the consumer has had ongoing problems with the engine hesitating and stalling while driving and has spent approx $3800.00 in repairs for defective vehicle. *cb
No | No | N | None | None | 20020701 |
Rotors were not working properly, they were making noise when applying brakes, and there was extended stopping distance.Contacted dealer, and dealer stated that rotors were only suppose to last 20000 miles.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20011111 |
While starting vehicle battery under rear passenger seat had exploded. Dealer/manufacturer were notified and were unwilling to assist. *ak consumer states in spite of various attempts, a foul smell still remains. *slc
No | No | N | None | None | 20010911 |
The first engine oil leak was repaired under warranty at 8/25/2000 (48,523 miles) and the replacement gaskets are leaking again on 9/15/2001 (at 58,500 miles). *ak
No | No | N | None | None |
While driving on highway, gears shifted back and forth between two gears; acceleration at 25-50 mph. Took vehicle to dealer. *ak on several occasions vehicle would hesitate at 40 mph and vehicle is bucking, dealer replaced resonance flap, and fuel injection pump, problem still exists, consumer also complains of poor fuel efficiency. *tt
Common OBD-II Error Codes
- U1454 [1] U1454