Fuel leak between fuel rail and injectors
Defect Summary
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.
Safety Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
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.
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FAQ: Recall 21V961000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 21V961000?
NHTSA recall 21V961000 was issued by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc on December 13, 2021. It addresses: Fuel leak between fuel rail and injectors. The recall affects approximately 139 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21V961000 or the manufacturer campaign number 2022030003. 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.