NHTSA Recall 11V496000: Fuel system, diesel
MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 6,872 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Mercedes-Benz E.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V496000 |
|---|---|
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL |
| Report received | October 3, 2011 |
| Owner notification | November 30, 2011 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-benz USA (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2011 vehicles including e-class (212 platform), manufactured from july 2010 through february 2011, r-class (251 platform), manufactured from april 2010 through april 2011, ml-class (w164 platform), manufactured from january 2010 through march 2011, gl-class (x164 platform), manufactured from march 2010 through march 2011, and model year 2012 s-class (221 platform) vehicles. The diesel fuel filter may leak from the area around the heating component.
Safety risk
Diesel fuel may be deposited onto the highway and create the potential for a crash.
Remedy
Mbusa will contact owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the diesel fuel filter if necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on november 30, 2011. Owners may contact mercedes-benz USA at 1-800-367-6372.
Notes
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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 11V496000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 |
| Mercedes-Benz Gl | 2011 |
| Mercedes-Benz Ml | 2011 |
| Mercedes-Benz R | 2011 |
| Mercedes-Benz S Class | 2012 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.