UTILIMASTER METRIS 2018: STEERING

Make : UTILIMASTER Model : METRIS Year : 2018
Build Dates : 2018-07-11 - 2018-07-11
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 19V489000
Date Owner's Notified: 2019-07-02 Date Received by ODI: 2019-06-25 Date Added to Database: 2019-06-25
Manufacturers Involved: Daimler Vans USA, LLC
Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall:
Manufacturer Campaign Number: VS2LENKEPS
Component: STEERING
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 2
Summary:
      Daimler Vans USA, LLC "DVUSA" is recalling certain 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. An internal sensor within the electric power steering unit may have been improperly manufactured, possibly resulting in the deactivation of the electric power steering assist.
Consequence:
      An unexpected loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of crash.
Remedy:
      DVUSA will notify owners, and Metris dealers will replace the steering unit, free of charge. The recall began July 2, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2LENKEPS.
Report Initiator: MFR V Report
Regulation Part Number: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number:
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.