Safety Recall NHTSA · 71V168000 Reported September 27, 1971

Fuel:fuel lines fittings and pump

Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc · Fuel System, Gasoline · 2,281 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
71V168000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Fuel System, Gasoline
Vehicles Affected
2,281
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
September 27, 1971

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 71V168000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 71V168000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 71V168000?

NHTSA recall 71V168000 was issued by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc on September 27, 1971. It addresses: Fuel:fuel lines fittings and pump. The recall affects approximately 2,281 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 71V168000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.