| NHTSA Recall # | 55276 |
| NHTSA Compaign # | 05V378000 |
| MFG Compaign # | 2005080007 |
| Manufacturer | MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. |
| Supplier | MERCEDES BENZ |
| Brand | MERCEDES BENZ |
| Model | G55 |
| Model Year | 2005 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/P |
| Date of notification | 27/09/05 |
| Begin date of manufacuring | 01/04/05 |
| End date of manufacturing | 30/04/05 |
| Type of recall | V |
| Recall initiator | MFR |
| Report received | 29/08/05 |
| Report created | 29/08/05 |
| Regulation part number | |
| FMV safety standard number | |
| Estimated number of affected units | 487 |
| Defect summary | On certain sport utility vehicles, the fuel return hose between fuel tank and return line can be permeated with fuel. This situation results from the expansion and contraction of the hose under pressure causing microcracks in the hose material. |
| Consequence summary | These microcracks may cause fuel leakage. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire. |
| Corrective action | Dealers will inspect and replace all fuel return hoses with the appropriate hoses free of charge. The recall began on september 27, 2005. Owners may contact mercedes benz at 1-800-367-6372. |
| Recall notes | Mercedes-benz recall no. 2005080007. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236; (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www. Safercar. Gov. |