2011 Mercedes Benz E, Mercedes Benz GL and others recall: fuel filter

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall on October 29, 2010. It covers about 2,297 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 2,297
reported: Oct 29, 2010
owners notified: Nov 24, 2010

Fuel system, other: fuel filter

What is wrong: 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.
Risk: Diesel fuel may be deposited on roads and making those roads slippery, increasing the potential for a crash.
Remedy: 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 This campaign has been superseded .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.

Recall number 10V540000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 10V540000

Is there a recall on the 2011 Mercedes Benz E, Mercedes Benz GL and others fuel filter?

Yes. Recall 10V540000, reported on October 29, 2010, covers about 2,297 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 10V540000?

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 This campaign has been superseded .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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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