Recall 11V-496: 2011 Mercedes Benz E, 2011 Mercedes Benz GL and 3 more
MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. recall for fuel system, diesel, reported to NHTSA on Oct 3, 2011, covering about 6,872 vehicles.
The problem
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.
The risk
Diesel fuel may be deposited onto the highway and create the potential for a crash.
The fix
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.
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> .
Recall details
| Manufacturer | MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Fuel System, Diesel |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 11V496000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes Benz E | 2011 | All years |
| Mercedes Benz GL | 2011 | All years |
| Mercedes Benz ML | 2011 | All years |
| Mercedes Benz R | 2011 | All years |
| Mercedes Benz S Class | 2012 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V-496?
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.
How is recall 11V-496 fixed?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.