P0017 on MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS — Crankshaft Position - Camshaft Position Correlation Bank 1 Sensor B

Q: "What does P0017 mean on a MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS?"

"P0017 indicates: Crankshaft Position - Camshaft Position Correlation Bank 1 Sensor B. This is a fuel and air metering code. 11 MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS owners have reported this to NHTSA."

Q: "What are the most common causes of P0017 on MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS?"

"Based on 11 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Engine, Power Train,Electronic Stability Control (Esc),Service Brakes, Engine And Engine Cooling,Power Train. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints."

Q: "Is P0017 serious on my MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS?"

"Of 11 NHTSA reports for this code on MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic."

Q: "What should I do if my MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS shows P0017?"

"1) Check for recalls on your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2) Get a professional diagnosis — a code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. 3) Get 2-3 repair estimates to compare."

What P0017 Means on Your MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS

P0017 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: Crankshaft Position - Camshaft Position Correlation Bank 1 Sensor B. This code relates to the fuel and air metering system. The vehicle's computer detected a condition outside normal operating parameters and stored this code.

11 MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2006-2009. Most reports come from the 2006, 2007 model years. The most commonly reported component is Engine (63.6% of reports).

Real MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"Engine codes P0016 and P0017 reads cam shaft and crank shaft correlation it is everywhere on the internet and on the Mercedes Benz Forum.This is a know problem that Mercedes has ignored. its on all 2004 thru 2008 vehicles with the 3.5 engine. Calls for a balancer shaft replacement."

— 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS owner · ENGINE · Filed 10/17/2023

"While driving on us 50 my the sbc failed while driving 60mph i had no brakes the indicators told me to turn the vehicle off and to depress brakes fully. that's hard to do whn ur going 60mph... so i had to let the vehicle drift until it came to a stop on the side of the highway..."

— 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS owner · POWER TRAIN,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),SERVICE BRAKES · Filed 08/03/2019

"Mercedes-benz v6 m272 engines have timing chain problems caused by balance shaft failures which mercedes has known about for year."

— 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS owner · ENGINE · Filed 06/07/2019

"I have check engine light on, nobody "mechanic" know to fix this problem."

— 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS owner · ENGINE · Filed 08/16/2017

"Balance shaft manufacturing defect causes gear teeth to wear prematurely. this is a internal engine component. poor materials caused the camshaft sprocket teeth to wear out ? thus this is a manufacturing problem."

— 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS owner · ENGINE · Filed 10/14/2014

All reports filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

7

'06

3

'07

1

'09

Common Causes on MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

ENGINE 63.6%

POWER TRAIN,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),SERVICE BRAKES 9.1%

ENGINE and ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN 9.1%

ENGINE and ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) 9.1%

POWER TRAIN,ENGINE 9.1%

What To Do Next

1
Check for recalls on YOUR VIN
Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. If your vehicle is covered, repairs are free.
2
Get a proper diagnosis
A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50–$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.
3
Compare repair quotes
Get 2–3 quotes. Dealer vs. independent shop prices often differ 30–50% for the same repair.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does P0017 mean on a MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS? ▾

P0017 indicates: Crankshaft Position - Camshaft Position Correlation Bank 1 Sensor B. This is a fuel and air metering code. 11 MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS owners have reported this to NHTSA.

What are the most common causes of P0017 on MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS? ▾

Based on 11 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Engine, Power Train,Electronic Stability Control (Esc),Service Brakes, Engine And Engine Cooling,Power Train. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.

Is P0017 serious on my MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS? ▾

Of 11 NHTSA reports for this code on MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic.

What should I do if my MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS shows P0017? ▾

1) Check for recalls on your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2) Get a professional diagnosis — a code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. 3) Get 2-3 repair estimates to compare.