Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Sport Utility Vehicles, The Fuel Return Hose Between Fuel Tank And Return Line Can Be Permeated With Fuel. This Situation Results From The Expansion And ContrAction Of The Hose Under Pressure Causing Microcracks In The Hose Material.
Make Of Vehicle
MERCEDES BENZ
Model Of Vehicle
G55
Year
2004
Recall Campaign Number
05V378000
Component Description
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Effect Of Defect
These Microcracks May Cause Fuel Leakage. Fuel Leakage In The Presence Of An Ignition Source Could Result In A Fire.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect And Replace All Fuel Return Hoses With The Appropriate Hoses Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On September 27, 2005. Owners May Contact Mercedes Benz At 1-800-367-6372.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.
Start Of Manufacture
20050401
End Of Manufacture
20050430
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
487
Date Owners Notified
20050927
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc
Date Report Received
20050829
Make Campaign Number
2005080007