Mercedes Benz R, GL +3 more: Fuel system — diesel

Affects Mercedes Benz R, GL, S Class, ML, E · 2011–2012 — about 7K vehicles.

The hazard

DIESEL FUEL MAY BE DEPOSITED ONTO THE HIGHWAY AND CREATE THE POTENTIAL FOR A CRASH.

What to do

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.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational