2017 Mercedes-Benz E300 recall: Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 16V758000
- Reported
- October 19, 2016
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Part
- Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump
- Vehicles affected
- About 6,858
What is wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2017 E300 Sedan and E300 Sedan 4Matic vehicles manufactured December 10, 2015, to June 30, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the rear bench seat frame may contact and damage the wiring harness for the fuel pump, fuel tank pressure sensor or fuel level gauge.
Safety risk
Damage to the fuel pump wiring may result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
MBUSA has notified owners, and dealers will modify the routing of the affected wiring harness, repairing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 28, 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Mercedes-Benz E300 (2017). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
Damage to the fuel pump wiring may result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
What is the fix?
MBUSA has notified owners, and dealers will modify the routing of the affected wiring harness, repairing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 28, 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.