Recall campaign78V106000
Recall 78V106000: 1977–1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 and 2 other models
Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Emission control
- Report received
- May 15, 1978
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-benz usa, inc.
- Potentially affected
- 10,500vehicles
- Model years
- 1977–1978
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
The fuel tank could deform due to the fuel tank valve causing blockage of the fuel tank ventilation system.
Remedy
The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, will replace the fuel tank vent valve without charge.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 1977 Mercedes-Benz 2300 complaints
- 1978 Mercedes-Benz 2300 complaints
- 1977 Mercedes-Benz 2800 complaints
- 1978 Mercedes-Benz 2800 complaints
- 1977 Mercedes-Benz 4502 complaints
- 1978 Mercedes-Benz 4500 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.