2012 Mercedes Benz E350 Recalls

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NHTSA Campaign Number: 12V557000
Manufacturer: MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 2013010004
Manufactured Begin Date: April 18th, 2011
Manufactured End Date: July 12th, 2011
Date of Owner Notification: February 15th, 2013

Defect Summary:
Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 S400, S550, S550 4Matic, S63 AMG, C300, C300 4Matic, E350, GLK350, GLK350 4Matic, CL550 4Matic, and CL63 AMG vehicles manufactured from April 18, 2011, through July 12, 2011. Due to an irregularity stemming from the molding process of the fuel filter flange, the fuel filter flange may crack when operated in high temperatures.

Consequence Summary:
If the fuel filter flange cracks, it will leak fuel which may lead to a fire if an external ignition source is present.

Corrective Summary:
Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel filter, free of charge. The recall campaign is expected to begin in February 2013. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz at 1-800-367-6372.

Recall Notes:
Owners 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 www.safercar.gov.

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NHTSA Campaign Number: 12V492000
Manufacturer: MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC.
Manufactured Begin Date: April 2nd, 2012
Manufactured End Date: June 29th, 2012
Date of Owner Notification: December 21st, 2012

Defect Summary:
Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain model year 2012 E350 and E550 Coupe vehicles, manufactured April 2, 2012, through June 29, 2012. Improper stitching of the right side window curtain air bag may cause it to not deploy as intended in the affected vehicles.

Consequence Summary:
In the event of an accident necessitating the deployment of the right window curtain air bag, the improper stitching may cause it to deflate more quickly than intended, reducing the protection it may provide, resulting in an increased risk of injury to vehicle occupants.

Corrective Summary:
Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and dealers will replace the right side window curtain air bag. The recall began on December 21, 2012. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz at 1-800-367-6372.

Recall 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.