Daimler Recalls 2010-2011 Sprinter Vehicles for Air Bag Inflator Rupture Risk

Plain-English summary

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2010-2011 Freightliner and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with specific air bag inflators used in the passenger frontal air bag modules, either as original equipment or replacement parts.

The recall is necessary because these inflators may rupture during a crash if the passenger frontal air bag deploys. This rupture can occur due to propellant degradation resulting from long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. If the inflator ruptures, metal fragments may strike vehicle occupants, potentially resulting in serious injury or death.

DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger side air bag free of charge. The recall campaign began on January 12, 2018. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. This recall partially supersedes recall 16V-379. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product

FREIGHTLINER, MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 2500, SPRINTER 3500

Brand

FREIGHTLINER

Manufacturer

Daimler Vans USA, LLC

Category

Vehicle — Commercial Van

Hazard

• air-bag-rupture
• metal-fragments
• serious-injury

Affected units

20,665

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Distribution

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