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NHTSA Recall #12V557000 — MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Critical NHTSA Official Language
ID: #12V557000 MFR: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

What This Recall Means

Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

What Happened
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.
Risk if Unfixed
If the fuel filter flange cracks, it will leak fuel which may lead to a fire if an external ignition source is present.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix
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.
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What happened

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.

Risk if unfixed

If the fuel filter flange cracks, it will leak fuel which may lead to a fire if an external ignition source is present.

Remedy

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.

Original NHTSA model designations: MERCEDES-BENZ E350, MERCEDES-BENZ S550

Affected Vehicles

2012 MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class
2012 MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class
2011 MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class
2011 MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class

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Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #12V557000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2012 MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class safe to drive?

This model year has 1 recorded safety recall. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.

What is the FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE recall for the 2012 MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class? (Campaign #12V557000)

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.