Recall 19V591000: 2019 Freightliner Sprinter 1500, 2019 Freightliner Sprinter 2500, 2019 Freightliner Sprinter 3500 +5 more

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Aug 12, 2019
Vehicles affected
8,243
Models
8
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Daimler Vans USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter 1500, 2500, 3500, and 4500 vehicles. If the manual turn-switch that activates the vehicle lights is turned quickly from one lighting position to another, the brightness of the taillights can be significantly reduced or could switch off completely.

The risk

Reduced taillight visibility increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

MBUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealers will update the body control unit software, free of charge. The recall began September 30, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is VS3HELI.

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

Details

NHTSA campaign
19V591000
Manufacturer campaign
VS3HELI
Manufacturer
Daimler Vans USA, LLC
Owner letters
Sep 30, 2019
Components
Exterior lighting:tail lights (Lighting); Exterior lighting:tail lights:switch (Lighting)

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