Recall 16V670000: 2016 Freightliner Sprinter 2500, 2016 Freightliner Sprinter 3500, 2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 +1 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Sep 15, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- 271
- Models
- 4
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles manufactured March 1, 2016, to May 31, 2016. The bolts connecting the lower seat belt connection to the rear bench seat may not have been properly tightened.
The risk
If the bolts were not properly tightened, the seat belt may fail to secure the seat occupant in the event of a crash.
The fix
DVUSA will notify owners, and Sprinter dealers will inspect the connecting bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 18, 2016. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2016 Freightliner Sprinter 2500
- 2016 Freightliner Sprinter 3500
- 2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500
- 2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 16V670000
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Vans USA, LLC
- Owner letters
- Nov 18, 2016
- Components
- Seat belts:rear/other (Seats & Seat Belts)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology