Fuel system failure due to wiring harness damage
Defect Summary
Mercedes-benz usa, llc. (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2017 e300 sedan and e300 sedan 4matic vehicles manufactured december 10, 2015, to june 30, 2016. in the affected vehicles, the rear bench seat frame may contact and damage the wiring harness for the fuel pump, fuel tank pressure sensor or fuel level gauge.
Safety Consequence
Damage to the fuel pump wiring may result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Mbusa has notified owners, and dealers will modify the routing of the affected wiring harness, repairing it as necessary, free of charge. the recall began october 28, 2016. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
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FAQ: Recall 16V758000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V758000?
NHTSA recall 16V758000 was issued by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc on October 19, 2016. It addresses: Fuel system failure due to wiring harness damage. The recall affects approximately 6,858 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V758000 or the manufacturer campaign number 2016100001. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.