NHTSA Campaign 17V742000
TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE
Issued by Daimler Vans USA, LLC · Reported Nov 21, 2017 · 773 vehicles affected
What's wrong
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2017 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vans. The spare tire holder under the vehicle may not be properly secured.
Consequence
If the spare tire holder is not properly secured, the spare tire may separate from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DVUSA will notify owners and dealers will lift the spare tire holder completely and tighten the securing screws as necessary, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact DVUSA custom service at 1-854-888-3214.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| FREIGHTLINER | SPRINTER 2500 | 2017 | 773 |
| FREIGHTLINER | SPRINTER 3500 | 2017 | 773 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | SPRINTER 2500 | 2017 | 773 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | SPRINTER 3500 | 2017 | 773 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 17V742000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.