CarRecallWatch- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
- Problem
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLE350 4MATIC and GLE450 4MATIC vehicles. The connection between the fuel filler pipe and the fuel tank may have been improperly welded, allowing a fuel leak.
- Risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began October 18, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019090001.
- Notes
- 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.
What this recall means for you
The connection between the fuel filler pipe and the fuel tank may have been improperly welded during manufacturing. This can allow fuel to leak from the tank system.
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. Owners should take this recall seriously and not ignore it.
The repair is free: authorized dealers will replace the fuel tank at no charge, and the manufacturer will notify affected owners. You can contact Mercedes-Benz USA customer service at 1-800-367-6372, and you should check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is included.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 | 2020 |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 | 2020 |