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HighNHTSA·17V742000·Announced 2017-11-21

2017 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter Vans Recalled for Spare Tire Holder Defect

Daimler Vans USA is recalling 2017 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter vans because the spare tire holder may not be properly secured, posing a road hazard risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where a detached spare tire could cause a crash, but the source text does not report any injuries or fatalities, fitting the criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2017 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vans. The recall addresses a defect where the spare tire holder located under the vehicle may not be properly secured.

If the spare tire holder is not properly secured, the spare tire may separate from the vehicle and become a road hazard, which increases the risk of a crash. The source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities associated with this defect.

Dealers will lift the spare tire holder completely and tighten the securing screws as necessary, free of charge. DVUSA will notify owners, although a notification schedule has not yet been provided. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-854-888-3214 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
FREIGHTLINER, MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 2500, SPRINTER 3500
Brand
FREIGHTLINER
Manufacturer
Daimler Vans USA, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Commercial Van
Hazard
Affected units
773

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 2500
  • SPRINTER 3500

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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