Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly
- Component
- Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Vehicles affected
- 3
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2021-07-23
- Owners notified
- 2021-09-03
Defect description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 G550 vehicles. The fuel tank may not have been welded properly during manufacturing, which could result in a fuel leak.
Safety risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of fire.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 3, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.