Mercedes-Benz E350 Engine

Average mileage: 75, 820 (9, 422–155, 000)

Engine affected: 3.0L V6

116 people reported this problem

Check engine light came on and has been on for several months. Car failed CT emissions test due to engine light being on. Engine light is on due to camshaft problem and was told that this problem is endemic in this E350 and that there should be a recall by M-Benz. Mechanic says he needs to remove the engine to access and repair the camshaft issues and this will cost several thousand dollars!! Can anyone corroborate this problem in the E350.

I learned about a recall from a co-worker and decided to do an Internet search. After contacting the local dealer, I learned that there is a Mercedes Benz recall for the camshaft solenoid. They repaired the issue at no cost. If anyone was charged previously, you may want to demand a refund. February 2013.

I have a same problem with check engine light on; dealer sais it's a camshaft problem which would cost from $5000 to $8000.to fix. He's submitting request for assistance to Mercedes. Waiting for a reply.

I am still looking for a solution. Someone suggested that there is a recall on it and the Mercedes Benz Dealer would do it free of cost. But, I don't know if this information is true. Would appreciate it if somebody could verify this information.

check engine light came on. I took took the dealer and have found out this is a common problem with these car's. Mercedes- Benz as the leader should see this and take car of these problems for their owners when reported. As everyone know's nothing on these car's are cheap.

Check engine light is on and has been diagnosed as balancer shaft - estimated repair is over $6K (24-30 hours labor). Currently there is a pending class action lawsuit that is expected to be final 8/2015 and Mercedes will have to pay some or all of the expenses.

Engg light came on while going to work, left the car and started the next morning. Engg light was off, car was driving fine. Took the car for service at Smythe European, San Jose dealership and mentioned the issue. The diagnostics came up with Camshaft Solenoid to be replaced. Checking on-line, I find that many E350 owners are facing the same issue..Mercedes should take care of this issue immediately. Am getting my car back tomorrow, hoping i have no further issues..Am a happy Mercedes owner!

Purchased the car with 62400 or so miles and have never truly felt satisfied with the performance. I checked the drivers manual for the "comfort" setting as well as for the "standrd" setting. The manual suggests a differential is the shifting between the two settings, however there has been a noticeable issue with the timing/shifting of the vehicle since the time of purchase. This has resulted in a disappoining experience with Mercedes. I had a diganostic done yesterday identifying codes 1200 and 1208 which are associated with a "Worn Balance Shaft Gear", estimated cost is $4972.00.

I have this problem now and I want to knw what it should cost to get it fixed

I have just joined the rest, my E350 engine warning light came on and took it to the dealer he has just rung, $6000 of costs of a known problem this is the 3rd major issue with the car that I have had. My love affair with a mercedes car my 3rd is over. My 3 issues all known by mercedes what I can't understand is why no recalls?

engine light on solenoid sensors replaced-still have light go on

October 18, 2013 where i took my 2006 Mercedes E350 to the Mercedes dealer in Seattle for diagnosis because i had the check engine light that came on. At the time my car had 97, 343 miles on it, well under the 100, 000 miles. Sent from my Verizon Wireless 4G LTE smartphone Hello Susan, thank you for your time on the phone today. Attached please find the paperwork dated October 18, 2013 where i took my 2006 Mercedes E350 to the Mercedes dealer in Seattle for diagnosis. At the time my car had 97, 343 miles on it, well under the 100, 000 miles. page 1 shows my payment receipt. Page 3 shows the invoice amount i paid of $153.30. page 4 (1 of 6) of the attached is the estimate of repairs for the balance shaft timing chain, that is causing the engine check light to be on and cause the engine to fail. I was told the CAM Shaft needed replacement and quoted in writing $6, 724.25 to repair this item. The dealer told me good luck and never mentioned anything about a recall. last month i took my car again to the Mercedes dealer in Lynnwood WA and was told that i should contact Mercedes Benz. When i did contact Mercedes Benz i was referred to a settlement that i was not aware of. I found out that to be included in the settlement i would have to sign up by August of 2015. i was not aware of such settlement and never received anything from Mercedes Benz. Now Mercedes Benz is telling me i am on my own. Any help or advice is greatly appreciated as i feed i have been deceived.

This problem is endemic with The Mercedes E350. It's a pain but easily repaired and you owe it to yourself to check this out before paying thousands to a mechanic to tear down the engine. Quite often the code points to the position sensor magnets (there are 4). My code indicated both on the drivers side were bad. Bought both for under $50 and had them replaced at an independent for $95 labor. Problem solved.

i will take this to the dealer

Camshaft noted on Check Engine Light. The light would come on and turn off. The ride quality was diminished. Felt like I was driving over thousands of tiny bumps. The camshaft was replaced. Happened 7 mos after warranty expired. Received partial payment from MBZ Consumer Affairs Goodwill department.