Recall 20V322000: 2019–2020 Freightliner Sprinter (VS30), 2019–2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (VS30)
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jun 3, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- 11,013
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Spinter vans (platform 970 (VS30)), equipped with swivel seats. The wiring harnesses for the front seats may have been routed incorrectly and could become jammed and damaged in the swivel seat frames.
The risk
If the wiring harness is damaged, the side air bag within the seat may deploy inadvertently or not deploy as designed in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.
The fix
DVUSA will notify owners, and an authorized Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealer will inspect the wire harness routing for both front seats and will repair the wiring and add clips or cable ties as needed, free of charge. The recall began August 24, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3DREHSIK.
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
- 2019 Freightliner Sprinter (VS30)
- 2020 Freightliner Sprinter (VS30)
- 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (VS30)
- 2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (VS30)
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 20V322000
- Manufacturer campaign
- VS3DREHSIK
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Vans USA, LLC
- Owner letters
- Aug 24, 2020
- Components
- Air bags:side/window (Airbags); Electrical system:wiring (Electrical System); Seats (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