FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 4500 2020: STRUCTURE:BODY
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 23V874000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| FREIGHTLINER | SPRINTER 4500 | 2020 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2024-04-19 | 2023-12-21 | 2023-12-26 |
Manufacturers Involved: Daimler Vans USA, LLC
Manufacturer Campaign Number: VS3QUERTR
Component: STRUCTURE:BODY
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 9
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Daimler Vans USA, LLC "DVUSA" is recalling certain 2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The connection between the propeller shaft bearing and crossmember may loosen, reducing vehicle control.
Reduced vehicle control increases the risk of a crash. Additionally, the propeller shaft may damage the fuel tank during a crash, causing a leak and increasing the risk of a fire.
Dealers will inspect and replace the crossmember as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 19, 2024. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3QUERTR.
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.
