MERCEDES BENZ SPRINTER 2500 2019: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:HIGH/LOW BEAM DIMMER SWITCH

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 19V309000

Make Model Year
MERCEDES BENZ SPRINTER 2500 2019
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2019-06-14 2019-04-18 2019-04-18

Production Dates: 2018-09-27 - 2019-02-14

Manufacturers Involved: Daimler Vans USA, LLC

Manufacturer Campaign Number: VS3FERNLI

Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:HIGH/LOW BEAM DIMMER SWITCH

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 1517

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Daimler Vans USA, LLC "DVUSA" is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter "Platform 907" vehicles equipped with high-beam assist. A software error in the control unit may prevent the driver from being able to switch off the high beams when intended.

Consequence

Being unable to turn off the high beams may result in oncoming traffic being blinded by the vehicle's lights, increasing the risk of crash.

Remedy

DVUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealers will update the control unit software, free of charge. The recall began June 14, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3FERNLI.

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.