Recall 20V427000: 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (VS30)
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jul 27, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- 4
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
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 risk
If the vehicle is operated without the additional stabilization, vehicle handling could be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
Affected vehicles
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 20V427000
- Manufacturer campaign
- VS3FAHRBA
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Vans USA, LLC
- Owner letters
- Oct 1, 2020
- Components
- Suspension:front:stabilizer bar (Suspension); Suspension:rear (Suspension)
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