2017 Freightliner Sprinter 3500 | 2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 | 2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 | 2017 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 — Structure: body
Published May 7, 2018 · Recall initiated: May 3, 2018
Summary
NHTSA records recall 18V288000, published May 7, 2018 and initiated May 3, 2018. Recalling firm: Daimler Vans USA, LLC; 2017 Freightliner Sprinter 3500 | 2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 | 2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 | 2017 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 — Structure: body.
What's the hazard
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2017 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. These vehicles may be missing spot welds on the front side wall, connecting the door portal to the hinge reinforcements in the A-pillar area, possibly affecting vehicle strength in a crash.
What to do
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and add any missing spot welds, free of charge. The recall began on July 2, 2018. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
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Recall details
- Brand
- FREIGHTLINER
- Model
- SPRINTER 3500
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Vans USA, LLC
- Lot
- 2017 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 3500 | 2017 MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 3500 | 2017 MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 2500 | 2017 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 2500
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2017 Freightliner Sprinter 3500 | 2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 | 2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 | 2017 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 — Structure: body recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V288000 on May 7, 2018. Reported hazard: Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2017 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. These vehicles may be missing spot welds on the front side wall, connecting the door portal to the hinge reinforcements in the A-pillar area, possibly affecting vehicle strength in a crash.
What should I do if I have this product?
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and add any missing spot welds, free of charge. The recall began on July 2, 2018. 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: FREIGHTLINER. Model: SPRINTER 3500.