Recall 23V874000

STRUCTURE:BODY

Report Date

20231221

Component

STRUCTURE:BODY

Affected Vehicles

8 models

Defect Description

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The connection between the propeller shaft bearing and crossmember may loosen, reducing vehicle control.

Safety Consequence

Reduced vehicle control increases the risk of a crash. Additionally, the propeller shaft may damage the fuel tank during a crash, causing a leak and increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the crossmember as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 19, 2024. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3QUERTR.

Affected Vehicles

Year	Make	Model
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.