2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 | 2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 | 2016 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 | 2016 Freightliner Sprinter 3500 — Power train: driveline: driveshaft
Published March 8, 2017 · Recall initiated: March 7, 2017
Summary
NHTSA records recall 17V149000, published March 8, 2017 and initiated March 7, 2017. Recalling firm: Daimler Vans USA, LLC; 2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 | 2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 | 2016 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 | 2016 Freightliner Sprinter 3500 — Power train: driveline: driveshaft.
What's the hazard
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles and Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The bracket for the center support bearing of the drive shaft may not have been properly welded.
What to do
DVUSA will notify owners and dealers will install three additional rivets to secure the bracket, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on May 5, 2017. The recall began on July 7, 2017. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
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Recall details
- Brand
- MERCEDES-BENZ
- Model
- SPRINTER 2500
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Vans USA, LLC
- Lot
- 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 2500 | 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 3500 | 2016 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 2500 | 2016 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 3500
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 | 2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 | 2016 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 | 2016 Freightliner Sprinter 3500 — Power train: driveline: driveshaft recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V149000 on March 8, 2017. Reported hazard: Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles and Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The bracket for the center support bearing of the drive shaft may not have been properly welded.
What should I do if I have this product?
DVUSA will notify owners and dealers will install three additional rivets to secure the bracket, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on May 5, 2017. The recall began on July 7, 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 2500.