MERCEDES BENZ SPRINTER 1500 2018: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 20V156000

Make Model Year
MERCEDES BENZ SPRINTER 1500 2018
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2020-05-15 2020-03-18 2020-03-19

Manufacturers Involved: Daimler Vans USA, LLC

Manufacturer Campaign Number: VS3BEGREPP

Component: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 332

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Daimler Vans USA, LLC "DVUSA" is recalling certain 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The spare tire label indicating the maximum speed may have not been affixed to the spare tire.

Consequence

Without the label, an operator may be unaware of the maximum speed limit of the spare tire and operate the vehicle at a excessive speed, increasing the risk of tire failure and a crash.

Remedy

DVUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealers will attach the speed limitation label on the spare wheel, free of charge. The recall began May 15, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3BEGREPP.

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.