Daimler Vans USA, LLC is recalling certain 2012-2018 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500 and Freightliner
— Recall Campaign #21V042000
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500 and Freightliner Sprinter 3500 vehicles upfitted into campers or recreational vehicles. The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) unit may become disabled on these vehicles.
The recall was influenced by the Office of Defects Investigation with about 48,667 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
21V042000
| Manufacturer: | Daimler Vans USA, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | February 03, 2021 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 21V042000 |
| Units affected: | 48,667 |
- Description:
- Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500 and Freightliner Sprinter 3500 vehicles upfitted into campers or recreational vehicles. The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) unit may become disabled on these vehicles.
- Consequeces:
- If ESC becomes disabled, vehicle driving stability may be impacted under certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear-wheel speed sensor with a more robust sensor, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on March 10, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is NC3DREZAHA.
- 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.