MERCEDES BENZ SPRINTER 4500 2023: SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:U-BOLT, LEAF SPRING TO AXLE

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 24V517000

Make Model Year
MERCEDES BENZ SPRINTER 4500 2023
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2024-08-23 2024-07-09 2024-07-09

Manufacturers Involved: Daimler Vans USA, LLC

Manufacturer Campaign Number: VS3FEDERB

Component: SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:U-BOLT, LEAF SPRING TO AXLE

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 1232

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Daimler Vans USA, LLC "DVUSA" is recalling certain 2023-2024 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. The spring U-bolts for the rear axle may have reduced strength due to improper heat-treatment, which can cause the rear axle to shift out of position.

Consequence

An axle that moves out of position can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the spring U-bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 23, 2024. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3FEDERB.

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.nhtsa.gov.