MERCEDES BENZ SPRINTER 3500 2017: STRUCTURE:BODY
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V288000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| MERCEDES BENZ | SPRINTER 3500 | 2017 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2018-07-02 | 2018-05-03 | 2018-05-07 |
Production Dates: 2017-09-11 - 2017-10-11
Manufacturers Involved: Daimler Vans USA, LLC
Component: STRUCTURE:BODY
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 153
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Daimler Vans USA, LLC "DVUSA" is recalling certain 2017 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. These vehicles may be missing spot welds on the front side wall, connecting the door portal to the hinge reinforcements in the A-pillar area, possibly affecting vehicle strength in a crash.
If the missing welds affect body strength, there may be an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and add any missing spot welds, free of charge. The recall began on July 2, 2018. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
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.
