Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026
High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Fuel/propulsion System — runs 16.2× the fleet median for that category across the 1400 model-years tracked on this site.
132Complaints
3Recalls
0Crashes
0Fires
0Injured
0Deaths
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
Is this problem acknowledged?
The most-reported problem — Fuel/propulsion System (56.8% of complaints) — recall and investigation status for this vehicle is currently unavailable.
Fuel/propulsion System complaints here are 16.2× the median for that category across the 1400 model-years tracked on this site.
Complaint category
Reports
Official status
Reference
Fuel/propulsion System
75 · 56.8%
not available
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Fuel System, Gasoline
54 · 40.9%
not available
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Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly
5 · 3.8%
not available
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Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump
5 · 3.8%
not available
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Electrical System
3 · 2.3%
not available
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Engine
2 · 1.5%
not available
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Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Percentages are the share of the 132 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.
A detached glass panel can separate from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
A detached sunroof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Park itPark outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners report
“GASOLINE SMELL INTERIOR OF THE CAR. GETS WORSE WITH FULL GAS TANK. WE HAVE HAD IT IN THE MERCEDES DEALER 3 TIMES FOR THE PROBLEM…”NHTSA complaint 11099043 — filed 05/31/2018 · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
“I HAD FILLED MY GAS TANK TO FULL. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN MY DRIVEWAY, THERE WAS A LEAK BY THE DRIVERS REAR WHEEL…”NHTSA complaint 10908344 — filed 09/21/2016 · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
“STRONG FUEL SMELL AFTER FILLING TANK, DRIVERS SIDE FUEL SENDING UNIT ON DRIVERS SIDE OF FUEL TANK LEAKING FUEL. NOTICEABLE CRACKS IN CORNERS OF UNIT…”NHTSA complaint 10788366 — filed 11/04/2015 · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Complaint trend by year filed
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Mercedes-Benz AMG E55?
Fuel/propulsion system issues are the most-reported category, cited in 75 of 132 NHTSA complaints (56.8%), followed by fuel system, gasoline (54), fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly (5), fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump (5). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many complaints does the 2005 Mercedes-Benz AMG E55 have?
132 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 0 involved a crash, 0 involved a fire, and 0 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.
Does the 2005 Mercedes-Benz AMG E55 have any recalls?
Yes — 3 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 22V954000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Has NHTSA acted on the 2005 Mercedes-Benz AMG E55's reported problems?
Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.
Is a complaint proof of a defect?
No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.
About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.
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