NHTSA Campaign 18V288000
STRUCTURE:BODY
Issued by Daimler Vans USA, LLC · Reported May 3, 2018 · 153 vehicles affected
What's wrong
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.
Consequence
If the missing welds affect body strength, there may be an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| FREIGHTLINER | SPRINTER 2500 | 2017 | 153 |
| FREIGHTLINER | SPRINTER 3500 | 2017 | 153 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | SPRINTER 2500 | 2017 | 153 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | SPRINTER 3500 | 2017 | 153 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 18V288000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.