Recall 21V513000
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR
Defect Description
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, Metris, and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles equipped with Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) seat belt assemblies. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these assemblies fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Safety Consequence
An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 21, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA's customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | FREIGHTLINER | SPRINTER 1500 |
| 2021 | FREIGHTLINER | SPRINTER 2500 |
| 2021 | FREIGHTLINER | SPRINTER 3500 |
| 2021 | FREIGHTLINER | SPRINTER 4500 |
| 2021 | MERCEDES BENZ | METRIS |
| 2021 | MERCEDES BENZ | SPRINTER 1500 |
| 2021 | MERCEDES BENZ | SPRINTER 2500 |
| 2021 | MERCEDES BENZ | SPRINTER 3500 |
| 2021 | MERCEDES BENZ | SPRINTER 4500 |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.