FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 3500 2023: STRUCTURE:BODY
| Make : FREIGHTLINER | Model : SPRINTER 3500 | Year : 2023 |
| Build Dates : 0000-00-00 - 0000-00-00 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 23V806000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 0000-00-00 | Date Received by ODI: 2023-12-01 | Date Added to Database: 2023-12-01 |
| Manufacturers Involved: Daimler Vans USA, LLC | ||
| Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall: | ||
| Manufacturer Campaign Number: VS3LACKHA | ||
| Component: STRUCTURE:BODY | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 131 | ||
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Summary:
Daimler Vans USA, LLC "DVUSA" is recalling certain 2021-2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and 2021 Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The topcoat paint formula may cause the windows and interior lashing rails to be insufficiently bonded to the vehicle. |
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Consequence:
An insufficiently bonded window can detach during a crash, and objects secured to an insufficiently bonded interior lashing rail can detach, increasing the risk of injury. |
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Remedy:
Dealers will inspect the paint adhesion and repair it as necessary, free of charge. Depending on the extent of any damage, DVUSA may offer to repurchase the vehicle. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed February 5, 2024. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available anticipated March 2024. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3LACKHA. |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | V Report | |
| Regulation Part Number: | Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | |
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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.nhtsa.gov. |
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