2018 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 2500 RECALL - #19V665000
RECALL FOR LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES : HOOD : LATCH
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The screw connection on the upper hood catch may have been improperly tightened. As a result, factors such as the vehicle's speed, wind resistance and road conditions may cause the hood to open while the vehicle is being driven.
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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| Vehicle |
2018 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 2500 |
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| Manufacturer |
Daimler Vans USA, LLC |
| Manufactured between |
12/17/2017 - 6/12/2019 |
| Recalled on |
9/19/2019 |
| Influenced by |
Daimler Vans USA, LLC |
| Owners Notified on |
11/1/2019 |
| # Affected |
5,626 |
| Recalled for |
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH |
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| Description |
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The screw connection on the upper hood catch may have been improperly tightened. As a result, factors such as the vehicle's speed, wind resistance and road conditions may cause the hood to open while the vehicle is being driven. |
| Consequences |
A hood that opens while driving can reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action |
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the screw connection, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3HAUBOSS. |
| 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. |
| See also |
2018 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 2500 Recall for LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES, DOORS, LATCH
2018 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 2500 Recall for VISIBILITY, GLASS, SIDE/REAR
2018 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 2500 Recall for AIR BAGS, AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE
2018 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 2500 Recall for EQUIPMENT, OTHER, LABELS
2018 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 2500 Recall for EQUIPMENT, OTHER, LABELS
2018 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 2500 Recall for STEERING, HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST, HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
2018 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 2500 Recall for STEERING, HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST, HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
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