Mercedes-benz Vans Sprinter 906: On Affected Vehicles The Fuel Filter Heater May Be Deactivated. If This Happens A Fuel Gelling May Occur At Low Temperatures And An Unexpected Loss Of Propulsion Canno

Recall Summary Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 906 vans may have a fuel filter heater that fails to activate, which can cause fuel to gel in cold temperatures and result in loss of engine power. This affects 18 vehicles in the United Kingdom. The fix involves reprogramming the engine control unit to ensure the fuel filter heater works properly.

Recalling firm
MERCEDES-BENZ VANS UK LTD
Product
Vehicles: MERCEDES-BENZ VANS SPRINTER 906, MERCEDES-BENZ VANS SPRINTER. Units affected: 18
Reason
On affected vehicles the fuel filter heater may be deactivated. If this happens a fuel gelling may occur at low temperatures and an unexpected loss of propulsion cannot be ruled out. Remedy: Code the CDI control unit to ensure the activation of the fuel filter heater
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2023-12-15
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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