Back to search
NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 19V798000

2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 | 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 | 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 4500 | 2019 Freightliner Sprinter 3500 | 2019 Freightliner Sprinter 4500 | 2019 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 | 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 | 2019 Freightliner Sprinter 1500 — Fuel system, diesel

Published November 7, 2019 · Recall initiated: November 7, 2019

Summary

NHTSA records recall 19V798000, published November 7, 2019. Recalling firm: Daimler Vans USA, LLC; 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 | 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 | 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 4500 | 2019 Freightliner Sprinter 3500 | 2019 Freightliner Sprinter 4500 | 2019 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 | 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 | 2019 Freightliner Sprinter 1500 — Fuel system, diesel.

What's the hazard

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles equipped with diesel fuel systems. The bayonet lock between the fuel pump and the fuel tank may not have been closed and locked during manufacturing. As a result, a leak between the fuel pump and the fuel tank could occur. In addition, a gas station fuel pump may not automatically stop once the tank fill level is reached, potentially causing the fuel to overflow.

What to do

DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the bayonet lock on the fuel pump, locking it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 3, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3KRAFMOD.

Get an email if MERCEDES-BENZ has another recall

Free. We only write when there's a new recall that matches. Unsubscribe in one click.

Recall details

Brand
MERCEDES-BENZ
Model
SPRINTER 3500
Manufacturer
Daimler Vans USA, LLC
Lot
2019 MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 3500 | 2019 MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 2500 | 2019 MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 4500 | 2019 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 3500 | 2019 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 4500 | 2019 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 2500 | 2019 MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 1500 | 2019 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 1500
Risk classification
V
Country
US

Related recalls

Questions about this recall

Was 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 | 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 | 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 4500 | 2019 Freightliner Sprinter 3500 | 2019 Freightliner Sprinter 4500 | 2019 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 | 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 | 2019 Freightliner Sprinter 1500 — Fuel system, diesel recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 19V798000 on November 7, 2019. Reported hazard: Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles equipped with diesel fuel systems. The bayonet lock between the fuel pump and the fuel tank may not have been closed and locked during manufacturing. As a result, a leak between the fuel pump and the fuel tank could occur. In addition, a gas station fuel pump may not automatically stop once the tank fill level is reached, potentially causing the fuel to overflow.

What should I do if I have this product?

DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the bayonet lock on the fuel pump, locking it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 3, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3KRAFMOD.

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.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)