2011 Mercedes Benz M problems, complaints & recalls
Safety recalls (1)
Fuel System, Other:fuel Filter 2010-10-29 · campaign 10V540000 · 2,297 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Risk: DIESEL FUEL MAY BE DEPOSITED ON ROADS AND MAKING THOSE ROADS SLIPPERY, INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A CRASH.
Fix: 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 THIS CAMPAIGN HAS BEEN SUPERSEDED . PLEASE SEE RECALL CAMPAIGN 11V-496.
Service bulletins (6)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine 2011-05-31 · LI-05-20-P · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
mercedes-benz: the malfunction light is on with multiple possible trouble codes stored. there could be a problem with the camshaft and/or scoring of a piston. *rm
Wheels 2011-05-19 · SB-40-10-72 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
mercedes-benz: installation information of bolted wheel connections. all models. *rm
Power Train:automatic Transmission 2011-04-04 · LI-27-60-P049270 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
mercedes-benz: the auto-transmission switches to limp home mode or has no power. there are multiple possible fault codes. a piston may be damaged. *rm
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:diesel 2010-12-08 · LI-05-20 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
mercedes-benz: check engine light is on and the engine may be running rough. the camshaft adjusters may be sticking. *rm
Suspension:rear:springs:air Suspension System 2010-11-19 · SB-32-25-82 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
mercedes-benz: shock absorber procedure. *rm
Air Bags 2010-06-11 · SB-91-60-193 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
mercedes: airbag durability and reliability. air bag srs control module (n2/2) does not have a set shelf life and will normally be reliable for the life of a vehicle. with 164, 216 221, 251 and newer, the airbag control unit can be reset five times. with modes 202, 210 and newer, the airbag cont
What owners report
No detailed complaint narratives on file.
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.