MERCEDES BENZ SPRINTER 3500 2020: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 20V631000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| MERCEDES BENZ | SPRINTER 3500 | 2020 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2020-11-24 | 2020-10-14 | 2020-10-14 |
Manufacturers Involved: Daimler Vans USA, LLC
Manufacturer Campaign Number: VS3MONTLAU
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 463
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Daimler Vans USA, LLC "DVUSA" is recalling certain 2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. The outer area of the brake hoses on the front and rear axles may have been damaged during production.
Over time, the hose could begin to leak brake fluid, affecting the braking performance of the vehicle, including the potential loss of directional stability when braking, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will check the condition of the brake hoses on the front and rear axles and replace them as needed, free of charge. The recall began November 24, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3MONTLAU.
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.
