MERCEDES BENZ SPRINTER 3500 2017: STRUCTURE:BODY

General Information

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

Summary

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.

Consequence

If the missing welds affect body strength, there may be an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy

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.

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.