2015 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 | 2015 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 — Power train: driveline: driveshaft
Published February 15, 2017 · Recall initiated: February 10, 2017
Summary
NHTSA records recall 17V094000, published February 15, 2017 and initiated February 10, 2017. Recalling firm: Daimler Vans USA, LLC; 2015 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 | 2015 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 — Power train: driveline: driveshaft.
What's the hazard
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2015 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The affected vehicles were manufactured without a driveshaft catch strap, allowing a loose driveshaft to strike the fuel tank. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 301, "Fuel System Integrity.
What to do
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will install a driveshaft catch strap, free of charge. The recall began on April 27, 2017. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
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Recall details
- Brand
- MERCEDES-BENZ
- Model
- SPRINTER 3500
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Vans USA, LLC
- Lot
- 2015 MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 3500 | 2015 MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 2500
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2015 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 | 2015 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 — Power train: driveline: driveshaft recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V094000 on February 15, 2017. Reported hazard: Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2015 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The affected vehicles were manufactured without a driveshaft catch strap, allowing a loose driveshaft to strike the fuel tank. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 301, "Fuel System Integrity.
What should I do if I have this product?
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will install a driveshaft catch strap, free of charge. The recall began on April 27, 2017. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: MERCEDES-BENZ. Model: SPRINTER 3500.