2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK350: fuel leak

Filed Jan 3, 2023 · Fuel system · TX

Gas leak when filling tank with fuel. Last year I had fuel pump replacement Smells like gas in my garage and I noticed leak This is not good

Filed May 27, 2022 · Fuel system · TX

When my child was riding in the same car with me, my car suddenly died due to all fuel leaked out. Our car ran out of gas because all fuel were leaked. We can smell gas inside the cabin. Initially I thought car died because we ran out of the gas. After receiving 2 gallon gasoline from the tow truck, we saw dripping gasoline from the bottom of the car when the car engine is on. I am glad it did not happen to me on the highway or there was no fire sparkles near by. My car is only 110K miles with no accident record. I do not expect a car has a defective hazard like this. People could be killed. We took the car to the dealership. Fuel Pump Assembly 221-470-17-90-28 and Fuel Filter Unit221-470-17-90-28 will be replaced. Benz has recalled 2011 model. I have news below, " The specific models are the 2011-2012 C300, GLK350, E350, S400 Hybrid, S550, S63 AMG, CL550 and CL63 AMG, but only those built from April 18, 2011, through July 12, 2011. Mercedes says there are some 5,800 vehicles affected by the latest recall in the U.S. the unit may crack when operated in high temperatures. This may cause fuel to leak, which could then cause a fire." My question is, why my 2010 model was not recalled? They were using same parts. If my car's parts has the defect, which caused "fuel to leak, which could then cause a fi re." for just under 110K miles, why the federal safety agency does not do anything to prevent this happen? If you search "Fuel leaking benz" , you will see tons of consumer complains. I could have ended up die if I was not lucky. Fuel pump is a critical part, it should not drip gasoline. Can you force Benz to take action before people died?

Filed Jul 10, 2020 · Fuel system · 93,215 miles · CA

Plastic seal on gaskets for gas tank failed on both sides of car. Causes leaking of fuel and odor into passenger area of vehicle and danger of explosion due to leaking fuel. It occurs when gas tank is more than 3/4 full to full of fuel.

Filed Oct 23, 2019 · Fuel system · 120,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 mercedes-benz glk350. The contact stated that there was an abnormal fuel odor inside and outside the vehicle. The contact stated that the odor was more prevalent after refueling the vehicle. The contact removed the rear seat of the vehicle and noticed a fuel leak around the fuel tank and both fuel pumps. There was also evidence of a fuel leak underneath the vehicle after refueling. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.

Filed Sep 11, 2019 · Fuel system · 100,000 miles · CA

Fuel leaking near the rear passenger side coming from top of gas tank near fuel sender. Smell of fuel in vehicle cabin when filling the gas tank to full. Noticed a steady leak of gasoline with 30 drops a minute (when full) and puddle of gasoline on garage floor. The smell of gasoline subsides once the tank is below half full. Fuel leak only when gas tank is full.

Filed Jun 10, 2019 · Fuel system · 127,000 miles · VA

Our car has developed a serious fuel leak on the drivers side rear. When the tank is filled to capacity, or near capacity, a serious gasoline odor develops. The other night when we discovered this problem, our entire home became engulfed in these fumes and we had to remove the car from the garage and put it out on the street. Also, when we moved the car out of the garage, we noticed gasoline was dripping from under the car and formed trail of gas all the way out into the street. The leak is caused by a faulty fuel filter/filter housing. This particular part is what was recalled and replaced by mercedes benz in the 20011 and 2012 model years. Our car is a model year 2010, but it has the same fuel filter (part #2214700390 from autohaus az)) and if you shop for a new one, you can see it is the same for the years 2010 thru 2012. The fuel filter is at the top of the tank and can easily be replaced by removing the right rear passenger seat. However, the odor and fumes at times will enter the cabin of the vehicle, and if the car is parked on an incline, leaning from right to left, I am sure gas can travel across the undercarriage and over the hot exhaust.

Filed May 15, 2019 · Fuel system · 158,000 miles · CA

Extremely strong smell of gasoline when tank is filled, mercedes benz recalled 2011 and 2012 model year glk350 vehicles for a fuel leak but did not recall model year 2010 glk350 vehicles. The same recall is necessary for model year 2010 glk 350 vehicles.

Filed Oct 30, 2018 · Fuel system · CA

After filling up the tank the car smells and leaks gas. However, the leaks stops after few hours. I took it to an independent mercedes repair shop, they told me they need to change a unit and this is a common issue for mercedes. After spending $450, the problem came back a month later. Now, they are saying, I need to change another fuel unit which will cost me an addition $650!

Filed Aug 30, 2018 · Fuel system · 91,574 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 mercedes-benz glk350. While filling up the fuel tank, fuel leaked out. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that either the fuel pump or the tank was cracked. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer and dealer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 91,574.

Filed Aug 20, 2018 · Fuel system · 125,000 miles · AL

The vehicle leaks fuel at a steady rate.

Filed Aug 24, 2017 · Fuel system · VA · 1 injury

"gas leak and strong odor" have a gas leak with strong gas smell and mercedes states my VIN not part of their recall. This is absurb and such a slap in the face to all mercedes owners! We spend more than the average thinking we are getting quality, safety and reliability, but instead just the opposite. I am soooo disappointed is the way this is being handled and mercedes seems to think it's nothing. Our lives are at risk not to mention to health issues. I had to go to the er for an inhalation injury from this and all they can say is my VIN is not part of the recall...wow..unbelievable.

Filed Dec 2, 2016 · Fuel system · 85,000 miles · AZ

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 mercedes-benz glk350. While driving 60 MPH, fuel leaked from the vehicle. In addition, the vehicle leaked fuel onto the ground when parked. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 85,000.