Recall 21V241000
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
Report Date
20210406
Component
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
Affected Vehicles
18 models
Defect Description
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mercedes Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The hydraulic power steering return line hoses may detach and cause hydraulic fluid to leak.
Safety Consequence
A hydraulic fluid leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will install a screw-type clamp, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 28, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is NV3LETULPX.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | FREIGHTLINER | SPRINTER (VS30) |
| 2019 | FREIGHTLINER | SPRINTER 1500 |
| 2019 | FREIGHTLINER | SPRINTER 2500 |
| 2019 | FREIGHTLINER | SPRINTER 3500 |
| 2019 | FREIGHTLINER | SPRINTER 4500 |
| 2019 | MERCEDES BENZ | SPRINTER (VS30) |
| 2019 | MERCEDES BENZ | SPRINTER 1500 |
| 2019 | MERCEDES BENZ | SPRINTER 2500 |
| 2019 | MERCEDES BENZ | SPRINTER 3500 |
| 2019 | MERCEDES BENZ | SPRINTER 4500 |
| 2020 | FREIGHTLINER | SPRINTER 1500 |
| 2020 | FREIGHTLINER | SPRINTER 2500 |
| 2020 | FREIGHTLINER | SPRINTER 3500 |
| 2020 | FREIGHTLINER | SPRINTER 4500 |
| 2020 | MERCEDES BENZ | SPRINTER 1500 |
| 2020 | MERCEDES BENZ | SPRINTER 2500 |
| 2020 | MERCEDES BENZ | SPRINTER 3500 |
| 2020 | MERCEDES BENZ | SPRINTER 4500 |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.