2011 Mercedes Benz M Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Nov 3, 2010 · 0 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other M years
Not enough data
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

NHTSA has received no owner complaints about the 2011 Mercedes Benz M so far. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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2011 Mercedes Benz M recalls (1)

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Fuel system, other:fuel filterOct 29, 2010 · NHTSA campaign 10V540000 · 2,297 vehicles

Problem: 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 This campaign has been superseded .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.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Mercedes Benz M?

NHTSA has no owner complaints on file yet.

Was there a recall on the 2011 Mercedes Benz M?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2011 Mercedes Benz M a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other M model years, the 2011 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.