Mercedes-Benz Recall 21V-961: Fuel system, gasoline – injectors

Affected: 2019–2020 Mercedes-Benz A220, 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG A35, 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 and 18 more. Filed with NHTSA on December 13, 2021, covering about 139 vehicles.

The problem

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 AMG G63, C300, E300, G550, AMG GT63, AMG GT53, 2019-2020 A220, GLA250, GLC300, 2016 C300, 2020 AMG A35, AMG C43, AMG C63, CLA250, E350, E450, GLB250, GLE450, GLS450, GLS580, S560, and SL550 vehicles equipped with a gasoline engine. During the manufacturing process, particles may have been trapped between the fuel rail and injectors, which can cause a fuel leak.

The risk

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix

Dealers will replace the fuel rail and fuel injectors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for the recall is 2022030003.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign21V-961 (21V961000)
Manufacturer number2022030003
ManufacturerMercedes-Benz USA, LLC
ComponentFuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system › Injectors
Report dateDecember 13, 2021
Owners notifiedApril 22, 2022
Vehicles affected139
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the fuel & propulsion system

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 21V-961 repair free?

Yes. Mercedes-Benz dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the fuel rail and fuel injectors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for the recall is 2022030003.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 139 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

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.