Mercedes-Benz R complaints by model year
2011 Mercedes-Benz R recalls (2)
Fuel system, diesel
Mercedes-Benz USA (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2011 vehicles including e-class (212 platform), manufactured from July 2010 through February 2011, r-class (251 platform), manufactured from April 2010 through April 2011, ml-class (w164 platform), manufactured from January 2010 through March 2011, gl-class (x164…
Remedy: Mbusa will contact owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the diesel fuel filter if necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on November 30, 2011. Owners May contact Mercedes-Benz USA at 1-800-367-6372.
Fuel system, other › Fuel filter
Mercedes Benz is recalling certain model year 2011 m-class, model w164, gl-class, model x164, e-class, model w212, r-class, and model v251vehicles. The o-ring May not have been properly lubricated in all cases. Lack of lubrication can lead to leakage of the fuel filter.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel filters free of charge. The safety recall began on November 24, 2010. Owners May contact Mercedes Benz at 1-800-367-6372. This campaign has been superseded .
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the 2011 Mercedes-Benz R have?
There are 2 recalls for the 2011 Mercedes-Benz R, the most recent from October 3, 2011 (fuel system, diesel). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.