NHTSA Campaign 19V798000

FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

Issued by Daimler Vans USA, LLC · Reported Nov 7, 2019 · 4,987 vehicles affected

What's wrong

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.

Consequence

A diesel fuel leak can create slippery road conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 1500 2019 4,987
FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 2500 2019 4,987
FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 3500 2019 4,987
FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 4500 2019 4,987
MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 1500 2019 4,987
MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 2500 2019 4,987
MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 3500 2019 4,987
MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 4500 2019 4,987

Source: NHTSA Campaign 19V798000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.