Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #15V792000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 15V792000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Affecting model year 2014 e350 and e350 4matic sedans manufactured june 4, 2014, to july 9, 2014 Includes 809 affected units, Incorrect Fuel Line may Result in Fire or Stall, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2014 e350 and e350 4matic sedans manufactured june 4, 2014, to july 9, 2014

Defect Summary

Mercedes-benz usa, llc. (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2014 e350 and e350 4matic sedans manufactured june 4, 2014, to july 9, 2014. the affected vehicles were built with a fuel feed line that has a single flare fitting instead of a double flare fitting.

Corrective Action

Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct fuel line, free of charge. this recall began on january 11, 2016. owners may contact mercedes-benz customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 15V792000
Manufacturer: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc
Report Received Date: 2015-11-24T00:00:00
Subject: Incorrect fuel line may result in fire or stall
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline
Potentially Affected Units: 809

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 2015110006
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Mercedes-benz usa, llc. (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2014 e350 and e350 4matic sedans manufactured june 4, 2014, to july 9, 2014. the affected vehicles were built with a fuel feed line that has a single flare fitting instead of a double flare fitting.
Consequence Summary: If the fuel feed line has the incorrect flare fitting, the connection between the fuel hose and the fuel feed line might develop a leak or may completely disconnect. leaking fuel in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire and if the fuel feed line disconnects, the vehicle would stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct fuel line, free of charge. this recall began on january 11, 2016. owners may contact mercedes-benz customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 91.97

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NHTSA ID: 15V792000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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