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Mercedes-Benz - On affected vehicles the routing of the fuel filter drainpipe might not meet specifications. The drainpipe could come into contact with the underbody and become damaged leading to a diesel leak.
Official notice
27 Jan 2023
Last checked
27 Jan 2023
An official DVSA notice concerns Mercedes-Benz - On affected vehicles the routing of the fuel filter drainpipe might not meet specifications. The drainpipe could come into contact with the underbody and become damaged leading to a diesel leak.. On affected vehicles the routing of the fuel filter drainpipe might not meet specifications. The drainpipe could come into contact with the underbody and become damaged leading to a diesel leak. Published 2023-01-27.
What to do now
Replace the drainpipe with a drain plug on the affected vehicles.
Units affected
3
Recall number
R-2023-011
Official notice
2023-01-27
The hazard
The hazard
On affected vehicles the routing of the fuel filter drainpipe might not meet specifications. The drainpipe could come into contact with the underbody and become damaged leading to a diesel leak.
How to check if you're affected
How to check if you're affected
Compare the VIN on your vehicle against the official list. If your VIN is listed, follow the official notice.
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The source does not list specific retailers. See the official notice for where affected products were sold.
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Company & contacts
Company & contacts
Brand: Mercedes-Benz. Contact: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA).
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