A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Fuel System, Gasoline — Storage — Tank Assembly — Filler Pipe And Cap

Date Announced

AUG 02, 2019

Vehicles Affected

128

Mercedes-Benz Recall #

2019090001

NHTSA Campaign #

19V572000

Summary

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.

Actions

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.

Documents (10)

• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2019-4
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- RE: Recall Campaign Launch Notification Fuel Tank Filler Pipe Welding MY20 167 (GLE-Class)
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers, etc.) Recall Campaign Initial Notification. - Fuel Tank Filler Pipe Welding MY 167 (GLE-Class.)
• Recall Acknowledgement
• ISSUED Interim Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Recall 573 Report - Amendment 1
• Recall 573 Report - Amendment 2