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VehicleMar 18, 202065 affected

Freightliner / Mercedes-Benz recall: Tires

What is wrong

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles equipped with winter tires. The tires may not have been correctly installed, possibly resulting in reduced traction in wet or snowy conditions.

What could happen

A reduction in traction may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

DVUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealers will inspect the running direction of the tires, correcting them as necessary. If the thread wear is uneven, the tires will be replaced. All services will be performed free of charge. The recall began May 15, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3LAUFRI.

Vehicles covered

Facts

NHTSA recall number
20V157000
Type
Vehicle
Filed by
Daimler Vans USA, LLC
Reported to NHTSA
Mar 18, 2020
Owners notified
May 15, 2020
Vehicles or items affected
65
Started by
The manufacturer
Built
–
Part
Tires
Maker's own recall number
VS3LAUFRI

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

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