NHTSA Complaint #11607580 — 2011 MERCEDES-BENZ GLK350

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11607580
Vehicle	2011 MERCEDES-BENZ GLK350
Component	FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Date of Incident	March 3, 2021
Date Filed	August 9, 2024
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	CA

Consumer Description

After a fuel fill-up, I smell fuel inside the cabin and outside by the gas tank opening. This causes a constant stress..., what if there is a fire? I heard and read so many similar complains and concerns. This should constitute for a RECALL. What is the responsibility of NHTSA to the consumer's safety.

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