Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #10V540000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 10V540000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Includes 2,297 affected units, DIESEL FUEL FILTER, component: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

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 this campaign has been superseded .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 Overview

NHTSA ID: 10V540000

Manufacturer: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc

Report Received Date: 2010-10-29T00:00:00

Subject: Diesel fuel filter

Component: Fuel System, Other

Potentially Affected Units: 2,297

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: 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.

Consequence Summary: Diesel fuel may be deposited on roads and making those roads slippery, increasing the potential for a crash.

Corrective Action: 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 this campaign has been superseded .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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-84c8-re7u~t8mm

NHTSA ID: 10V540000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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