Mercedes-Benz Recalls 2015 Sprinter Vans for Fuel Tank Defect
Daimler Vans USA is recalling 2015 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles because missing protective parts may allow fuel leaks and fire risks.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (missing fuel tank protection) that can lead to fuel leaks and fire, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Daimler Vans USA, LLC is recalling certain 2015 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. These vehicles were manufactured without a protective plate on the front of the gas tank and a foam ring at the filler neck. As a result, these vehicles may not comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."
Without the protective plate and foam ring installed, impacts may damage the tank, resulting in a fuel leak that can increase the risk of a fire.
Daimler Vans USA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank free of charge. The recall began on June 6, 2017. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 3500, SPRINTER 2500
- Brand
- MERCEDES-BENZ
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Vans USA, LLC
- Category
- Vehicle — Fuel System
- Affected units
- 2
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (2)
- SPRINTER 3500
- SPRINTER 2500
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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