Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
MERCEDES BENZ
Model Of Vehicle
E
Year
2011
Recall Campaign Number
10V540000
Component Description
Fuel System, Other:Fuel Filter
Effect Of Defect
Diesel Fuel May Be Deposited On Roads And Making Those Roads Slippery, Increasing The Potential For A Crash.
Fix Defect
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 This Campaign Has Been Superseded .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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.
Start Of Manufacture
20100701
End Of Manufacture
20100930
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
2297
Date Owners Notified
20101124
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc
Date Report Received
20101029