Recall 18V288000

STRUCTURE:BODY

Report Date

20180503

Component

STRUCTURE:BODY

Affected Vehicles

4 models

Defect Description

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.

Safety 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.

Affected Vehicles

Year	Make	Model
2017	FREIGHTLINER	SPRINTER 2500
2017	FREIGHTLINER	SPRINTER 3500
2017	MERCEDES BENZ	SPRINTER 2500
2017	MERCEDES BENZ	SPRINTER 3500

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.