NHTSA Campaign 19V309000

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:HIGH/LOW BEAM DIMMER SWITCH

Issued by Daimler Vans USA, LLC · Reported Apr 18, 2019 · 1,517 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (Platform 907) vehicles equipped with high-beam assist. A software error in the control unit may prevent the driver from being able to switch off the high beams when intended.

Consequence

Being unable to turn off the high beams may result in oncoming traffic being blinded by the vehicle's lights, increasing the risk of crash.

Remedy

DVUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealers will update the control unit software, free of charge. The recall began June 14, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3FERNLI.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 2500 2019 1,517
FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 3500 2019 1,517
MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 2500 2019 1,517
MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 3500 2019 1,517

Source: NHTSA Campaign 19V309000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.