2011 Mercedes Benz M
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 2011 Mercedes Benz M. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
1 recall names the 2011 Mercedes Benz M. Newest first.
Mercedes benz IS recalling certain model year 2011 m-class, model W164, gl-class, model X164, e-class, model W212, r-class, and model v251vehicles. the o-ring may not have been properly lubricated in all cases. lack of lubrication can lead to leakage of the fuel filter.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Diesel fuel may be deposited on roads and making those roads slippery, increasing the potential for a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel filters free of charge. the safety recall began on november 24, 2010. owners may contact mercedes benz at 1-800-367-6372. this campaign has been superseded . please see recall campaign 11v-496.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10039259Mercedes-benz: installation information of bolted wheel connections. All models.
- 10039256Mercedes-benz: the malfunction light IS on with multiple possible trouble codes stored. There could be a problem with the camshaft and/or scoring of a piston.
- 10038977Mercedes-benz: the auto-transmission switches to limp home mode or has no power. There are multiple possible fault codes. A piston may be damaged.
- 10037989Mercedes-benz: check engine light IS on and the engine may be running rough. The camshaft adjusters may be sticking.
- 10037408Mercedes-benz: shock absorber procedure.
- 10034306Mercedes: airbag durability and reliability. Air bag srs control module (N2/2) does not have a set shelf life and will normally be reliable for the life of a vehicle. With 164, 216 221, 251 and newer, the airbag control unit can be reset five times. With modes 202, 210 and newer, the airbag control unit can be reset three times. Earlier models would have to have their airbag control unit and triggered restrain components changed only after an accident. No models or model years listed.
Every Mercedes Benz M model year
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