Defect Description For Recall
Mercedes-Benz USA (Mbusa) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2011 Vehicles Including E-Class (212 Platform), Manufactured From July 2010 Through February 2011, R-Class (251 Platform), Manufactured From April 2010 Through April 2011, Ml-Class (W164 Platform), Manufactured From January 2010 Through March 2011, Gl-Class (X164 Platform), Manufactured From March 2010 Through March 2011, And Model Year 2012 S-Class (221 Platform) Vehicles. The Diesel Fuel Filter May Leak From The Area Around The Heating Component.
Make Of Vehicle
MERCEDES BENZ
Model Of Vehicle
ML
Year
2011
Recall Campaign Number
11V496000
Component Description
Fuel System, Diesel
Effect Of Defect
Diesel Fuel May Be Deposited Onto The Highway And Create The Potential For A Crash.
Fix Defect
MbUSA Will Contact Owners, And Dealers Will Inspect And Replace The Diesel Fuel Filter If Necessary, Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On November 30, 2011. Owners May Contact Mercedes-Benz USA At 1-800-367-6372.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.
Start Of Manufacture
20100101
End Of Manufacture
20110330
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
6872
Date Owners Notified
20111130
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc
Date Report Received
20111003