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Vehicle recall 12V557000 · December 3, 2012

Mercedes-Benz C300, CL550 and 6 more models

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.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

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

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
12V557000
Reported to NHTSA
December 3, 2012
Filed by
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Manufacturer campaign
2013010004
Owner notification
February 15, 2013
Vehicles potentially affected
5,800
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Fuel system, gasoline
Recall 12V557000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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