NHTSA Recall 05V378000
NHTSA Campaign Id 05V378000; Date: Aug. 29, 2005
These microcracks may cause fuel leakage. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2004 Mercedes Benz G55; 2005 Mercedes Benz G55
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc.
Affected Units:: 487
Recall Summary:
On certain sport utility vehicles, the fuel return hose between fuel tank and return line can be permeated with fuel. This situation results from the expansion and contraction of the hose under pressure causing microcracks in the hose material.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect and replace all fuel return hoses with the appropriate hoses free of charge. The recall began on September 27, 2005. Owners may contact Mercedes Benz at 1-800-367-6372.
Recall Notes:
Mercedes-benz recall no. 2005080007. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236; (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 27, 2005
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