SL/R232: Loss of power
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I'm surprised no one has brought this up in this thread:
Mercedes Fuel Pump recall on 2022-2023 SL's
Mercedes Fuel Pump recall on 2022-2023 SL's
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Yes I was surprised as well when I found that out on MBUSA webpage; this was already known back in July (at least). I mentioned it to my dealer but he dismissed it saying that since it is a pending recall there's nothing that can be done. He stated that Mercedes first has to find a permanent solution then they will formalize the recall.
I asked him if his foreman could check the fuel pump but he stated that since their computer system did not indicate any mechanical failure whatsoever he would not do it.
I asked him if his foreman could check the fuel pump but he stated that since their computer system did not indicate any mechanical failure whatsoever he would not do it.
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I talked with my Service manager today, and indeed my car is in the "range" of Vin numbers which are being recalled.
However, the recall will only be effective as of September 15, by which time MB will have announced the proper replacement part #.
Of course,I am not going to keep my car at the dealership until then, and so, they will replace the fuel number under warranty today and we will see if at the time that the recall becomes active if there is a different part number.
I think my dealership is being very accommodating and helpful, the very reason that I have been a loyal customer for 25 years.
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I got the notice yesterday. As the notice states Mercedes Benz doesn't have a solution for it yet (confirmed by my service advisor) but will notify customers when a solution is available.
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Follow up:
I talked with my Service manager today, and indeed my car is in the "range" of Vin numbers which are being recalled.
However, the recall will only be effective as of September 15, by which time MB will have announced the proper replacement part #.
Of course,I am not going to keep my car at the dealership until then, and so, they will replace the fuel number under warranty today and we will see if at the time that the recall becomes active if there is a different part number.
I think my dealership is being very accommodating and helpful, the very reason that I have been a loyal customer for 25 years.
I talked with my Service manager today, and indeed my car is in the "range" of Vin numbers which are being recalled.
However, the recall will only be effective as of September 15, by which time MB will have announced the proper replacement part #.
Of course,I am not going to keep my car at the dealership until then, and so, they will replace the fuel number under warranty today and we will see if at the time that the recall becomes active if there is a different part number.
I think my dealership is being very accommodating and helpful, the very reason that I have been a loyal customer for 25 years.
I got my car back today - the dealer replaced the fuel pump, and of course now I am keeping my fingers crossed that this fuel pump will not have the same problem - oh well - time for some optimism.
I have never had a fuel pump replaced, so do not know if this is normal but I am detecting a strong smell of gasoline.
Is this normal and will dissipate over time? When should I start getting nervous about that?
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I got my car back today - the dealer replaced the fuel pump, and of course now I am keeping my fingers crossed that this fuel pump will not have the same problem - oh well - time for some optimism.
I have never had a fuel pump replaced, so do not know if this is normal but I am detecting a strong smell of gasoline.
Is this normal and will dissipate over time? When should I start getting nervous about that?
I have never had a fuel pump replaced, so do not know if this is normal but I am detecting a strong smell of gasoline.
Is this normal and will dissipate over time? When should I start getting nervous about that?
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No more MB:(
I got my car back today - the dealer replaced the fuel pump, and of course now I am keeping my fingers crossed that this fuel pump will not have the same problem - oh well - time for some optimism.
I have never had a fuel pump replaced, so do not know if this is normal but I am detecting a strong smell of gasoline.
Is this normal and will dissipate over time? When should I start getting nervous about that?
I have never had a fuel pump replaced, so do not know if this is normal but I am detecting a strong smell of gasoline.
Is this normal and will dissipate over time? When should I start getting nervous about that?
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Sorry to read about all of this. Best wishes and positive thoughts to all for speedy resolutions.
Not surprising, sadly, to see new product launch failures by MB, and failure to properly repair (leaking fuel) by MB dealers. MB and its dealers conjure the image of a smoldering dumpster fire to some.
Not surprising, sadly, to see new product launch failures by MB, and failure to properly repair (leaking fuel) by MB dealers. MB and its dealers conjure the image of a smoldering dumpster fire to some.
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[QUOTE=Mike P;8836195]Leaking fuel may solve the entire issue
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I was going to say that, but being the negative guy I am about these SLINO’s I didn’t think my comment would be appreciated.
......…………../QUOTE]I was going to say that, but being the negative guy I am about these SLINO’s I didn’t think my comment would be appreciated.
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For once some good news- this morning the fumes had mostly dissipated. I took the car for a drive and could not smell any gas inside the cabin.
I am not a technically savvy person, but I have to assume that replacing the fuel pump which sits on the tank involves to some degree contact with fuel and the tank, and I suspect that is when some gasoline may have spilled and gasoline is a very long lasting, strong and distinct smell.
of course now I am focused on the performance of the new fuel pump. The dealer is very aware that any more episodes of the engine stalling will mean this car will be returned to MB.
I am not a technically savvy person, but I have to assume that replacing the fuel pump which sits on the tank involves to some degree contact with fuel and the tank, and I suspect that is when some gasoline may have spilled and gasoline is a very long lasting, strong and distinct smell.
of course now I am focused on the performance of the new fuel pump. The dealer is very aware that any more episodes of the engine stalling will mean this car will be returned to MB.
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In 2004 I bought a 2002 Ferrari 550 Maranello with about 3K miles on it. The smell of gas in the cabin was pretty much overwhelming. I brought it back to the dealership (I purchased it at a Ferrari dealer) who found a hole in the gas tank and promptly replaced it. The amazing thing was the prior owner had that car for a couple of years like that. When asked by the dealership (the same one that sold the car to me) why he ignored it, he said it never bothered him that much. Truly astounding.
