2019 Freightliner Sprinter (Vs30) | 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (Vs30) — Suspension: rear: springs: leaf spring assembly: leaf
Published July 24, 2020 · Recall initiated: July 27, 2020
Summary
NHTSA records recall 20V426000, published July 24, 2020 and initiated July 27, 2020. Recalling firm: Daimler Vans USA, LLC; 2019 Freightliner Sprinter (Vs30) | 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (Vs30) — Suspension: rear: springs: leaf spring assembly: leaf.
What's the hazard
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The incorrect leaf spring shims may have been installed between the rear axle and the leaf springs possibly affecting the vehicle's handling. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems.
What to do
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the leaf spring shims on both sides, renew the spring brackets, check the rubber buffers for wear, renewing them if necessary, and adjust the headlamps, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on September 18, 2020. The recall began October 1, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3LEFSPRI.
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Recall details
- Brand
- FREIGHTLINER
- Model
- SPRINTER (VS30)
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Vans USA, LLC
- Lot
- 2019 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER (VS30) | 2019 MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER (VS30)
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2019 Freightliner Sprinter (Vs30) | 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (Vs30) — Suspension: rear: springs: leaf spring assembly: leaf recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 20V426000 on July 24, 2020. Reported hazard: Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The incorrect leaf spring shims may have been installed between the rear axle and the leaf springs possibly affecting the vehicle's handling. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems.
What should I do if I have this product?
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the leaf spring shims on both sides, renew the spring brackets, check the rubber buffers for wear, renewing them if necessary, and adjust the headlamps, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on September 18, 2020. The recall began October 1, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3LEFSPRI.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FREIGHTLINER. Model: SPRINTER (VS30).