FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 1500 2019: SEATS

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 19V800000

Make Model Year
FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 1500 2019
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2020-03-09 2019-11-06 2019-11-07

Production Dates: 2018-10-21 - 2018-11-21

Manufacturers Involved: Daimler Vans USA, LLC

Manufacturer Campaign Number: VS3SITZVER

Component: SEATS

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 3

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Daimler Vans USA, LLC "DVUSA" is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner vehicles. A seam on the height adjuster for the front seats may have been insufficiently welded.

Consequence

In the event of a crash, the weld seam may break and cause the seat cushion to shift forward, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tilt adjuster for the front seats, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on December 19, 2019. The recall began March 9, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3SITZVER.

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.