Vehicle recall 05V378000 · August 29, 2005
2004-2005 Mercedes-Benz G55
On certain sport utility vehicles, the fuel return hose between fuel tank and return line can be permeated with fuel.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- 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.
- Consequence
- These microcracks may cause fuel leakage. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- 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.
- 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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 05V378000
- Reported to NHTSA
- August 29, 2005
- Filed by
- MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC.
- Manufacturer campaign
- 2005080007
- Owner notification
- September 27, 2005
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 487
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Mercedes-Benz G55 (2004-2005): 2005, 2004
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