MERCEDES BENZ SPRINTER (VS30) 2019: STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT SECTOR

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 19V070000

Make Model Year
MERCEDES BENZ SPRINTER (VS30) 2019
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2019-02-15 2019-01-31 2019-02-08

Production Dates: 2018-08-01 - 2019-01-22

Manufacturers Involved: Daimler Vans USA, LLC

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 2019010006

Component: STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT SECTOR

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 4358

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Daimler Vans USA, LLC "Daimler Vans" is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter VS30 vehicles. The steering shaft that connects to the steering gear may disconnect without warning.

Consequence

The steering shaft disconnecting from the steering gear can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing risk of a crash.

Remedy

Daimler Vans will notify owners, advising them to stop driving the vehicle immediately. Dealers will inspect the bolts connecting the steering shaft to the steering gear, fully tightening and/or adjusting them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 15, 2019. Owners may contact Daimler Van's customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Daimler Van's number for this recall is 2019010006.

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.