MERCEDES BENZ S550 2012: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 12V557000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| MERCEDES BENZ | S550 | 2012 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2013-02-15 | 2012-12-03 | 2012-12-04 |
Production Dates: 2011-04-18 - 2011-07-12
Manufacturers Involved: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 2013010004
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 5800
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 S400, S550, S550 4Matic, S63 AMG, C300, C300 4Matic, E350, GLK350, GLK350 4Matic, CL550 4Matic, and CL63 AMG vehicles manufactured from April 18, 2011, through July 12, 2011. Due to an irregularity stemming from the molding process of the fuel filter flange, the fuel filter flange may crack when operated in high temperatures.
If the fuel filter flange cracks, it will leak fuel which may lead to a fire if an external ignition source is present.
Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel filter, free of charge. The recall campaign is expected to begin in February 2013. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz at 1-800-367-6372.
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 www.safercar.gov.
