Recall 10V540000: 2011 Mercedes-Benz E, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL, 2011 Mercedes-Benz M +1 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Oct 29, 2010
- Vehicles affected
- 2,297
- Models
- 4
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Mercedes benz is recalling certain model year 2011 m-class, model w164, gl-class, model x164, e-class, model w212, r-class, and model v251vehicles. The o-ring may not have been properly lubricated in all cases. Lack of lubrication can lead to leakage of the fuel filter.
The risk
Diesel fuel may be deposited on roads and making those roads slippery, increasing the potential for a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the fuel filters free of charge. The safety recall began on november 24, 2010. Owners may contact mercedes benz at 1-800-367-6372. This campaign has been superseded . Please see recall campaign 11v-496.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Affected vehicles
- 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
- 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL
- 2011 Mercedes-Benz M
- 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 10V540000
- Manufacturer
- MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC.
- Owner letters
- Nov 24, 2010
- Components
- Fuel system, other:fuel filter (Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology