Daimler Vans USA, LLC is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes Benz Sprinter vehicles
— Recall Campaign #20V427000
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes Benz Sprinter vehicles. The chassis may be missing the additional stabilization required for its cargo capacity. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 4 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
20V427000
| Manufacturer: | Daimler Vans USA, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | July 27, 2020 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 20V427000 |
| Units affected: | 4 |
- Description:
- Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes Benz Sprinter vehicles. The chassis may be missing the additional stabilization required for its cargo capacity. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
- Consequeces:
- If the vehicle is operated without the additional stabilization, vehicle handling could be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will upgrade the chassis by replacing the stabilizer bar on the front axle and replacing shock absorbers and installing a stabilizer bar on the rear axle, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on September 18, 2020. The recall began October 1, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3FAHRBA.
- 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.