Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC: Safety Recalls in 1978

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 2 safety recalls made by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC in 1978. See the details of the recalls below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.

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September 22, 1978

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

TIRES:LINER

THE INVOLVED VEHICLES WERE EQUIPPED WITH INCORRECT TIRE FLAPS WHICH ALLOW THE INNER TUBE TO PROTRUDE THROUGH THE RIM VALVE OPENING. CHAFING AND POSSIBLE SUDDEN LOSS OF AIR CAN RESULT.

NHTSA ID: 78V202000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 1,576

Consequence Summary:

Corrective Action:

THE DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE TIRE FLAPS FREE OF CHARGE.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

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May 15, 1978

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

FUEL:FUEL EMISSION CONTROL:LINES:VAPOR VENT

THE FUEL TANK COULD DEFORM DUE TO THE FUEL TANK VALVE CAUSING BLOCKAGE OF THE FUEL TANK VENTILATION SYSTEM.

NHTSA ID: 78V106000

Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

# of Units Affected: 10,500

Consequence Summary:

Corrective Action:

THE DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, WILL REPLACE THE FUEL TANK VENT VALVE WITHOUT CHARGE.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

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