Freightliner / Mercedes-Benz recall: Structure
What is wrong
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Freightliner Sprinter and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. The rear part of the fender liner on the front axle may contact and chafe the brake hose, possibly resulting in a loss of brake fluid.
What could happen
Loss of brake fluid can extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
DVUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealers will inspect and replace the brake hoses, as necessary. Additionally, the fender liners will be modified. All services will be performed free of charge. The recall began May 8, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3BRADVER.
Vehicles covered
- Freightliner Sprinter 1500 2019
- Freightliner Sprinter 2500 2019
- Freightliner Sprinter 3500 2019
- Freightliner Sprinter 4500 2019
- Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (Vs30) 2019
- Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 2019
- Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 2019
- Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 2019
- Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 4500 2019
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 20V181000
- Type
- Vehicle
- Filed by
- Daimler Vans USA, LLC
- Reported to NHTSA
- Mar 25, 2020
- Owners notified
- May 22, 2020
- Vehicles or items affected
- 48,791
- Started by
- The manufacturer
- Built
- –
- Part
- Structure › Frame and members › Underbody shields; Service brakes, air › Supply › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- Maker's own recall number
- VS3BRADVER
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.
Other recalls for the same vehicles
- Freightliner / Mercedes-Benz recall: Structure Dec 21, 2023
- Freightliner / Mercedes-Benz recall: Structure Dec 21, 2023
- Freightliner / Mercedes-Benz recall: Structure Dec 21, 2023
- Freightliner / Mercedes-Benz recall: Structure Dec 1, 2023
- Freightliner / Mercedes-Benz recall: Fuel system, gasoline Jun 26, 2023
- Freightliner / Mercedes-Benz recall: Electrical system Mar 24, 2023
To check one car, enter its 17-character VIN on the official NHTSA page: a recall may cover only some vehicles of a model year.
Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.