2016 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 4500 RECALL - #20V663000
RECALL FOR STEERING : HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST : HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Mercedes Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The hydraulic power steering return line hoses may detach at their connection points under certain operating conditions, causing hydraulic fluid to leak.
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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| Vehicle |
2016 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 4500 |
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| Manufacturer |
Daimler Vans USA, LLC |
| Manufactured between |
1/1/1900 - 1/1/1900 |
| Recalled on |
10/29/2020 |
| Influenced by |
Daimler Vans USA, LLC |
| Owners Notified on |
12/23/2020 |
| # Affected |
47,667 |
| Recalled for |
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS |
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| Description |
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Mercedes Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The hydraulic power steering return line hoses may detach at their connection points under certain operating conditions, causing hydraulic fluid to leak. |
| Consequences |
The sudden loss of power steering assist and hydraulic steering fluid leaking onto the roadway may increase the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action |
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will check the return line connections of the power steering system, correcting it as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this campaign is NV3LETULPE. |
| 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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