Recall 20V427000

SUSPENSION:REAR

Report Date
20200727
Component
SUSPENSION:REAR
Affected Vehicles
1 models

Defect Description

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes Benz Sprinter vehicles. The chassis may be missing the additional stabilization required for its cargo capacity. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."

Safety Consequence

If the vehicle is operated without the additional stabilization, vehicle handling could be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will upgrade the chassis by replacing the stabilizer bar on the front axle and replacing shock absorbers and installing a stabilizer bar on the rear axle, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on September 18, 2020. The recall began October 1, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3FAHRBA.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2019 MERCEDES BENZ SPRINTER (VS30)

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