Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- Component
- Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Vehicles affected
- 7
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2021-09-10
- Owners notified
- 2021-10-26
Defect description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 S580 vehicles. The suction jet pump in the fuel tank may have a loose or missing nozzle, which can cause the pump to fail and result in an engine stall.
Safety risk
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary, the fuel tank including the suction jet pump, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 26, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.