NHTSA Recalls 2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter Diesel Fuel Systems
NHTSA is recalling 2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter vans because a fuel system defect may cause diesel leaks or fuel overflow.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).
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 fuel leak could create slippery road conditions and increase crash risk, but no injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text.
Plain-English summary
Daimler Vans USA, LLC is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles equipped with diesel fuel systems. The affected models include the Sprinter 1500, 2500, 3500, and 4500.
The recall addresses a potential manufacturing defect where the bayonet lock between the fuel pump and the fuel tank may not have been closed and locked. This issue could result in a leak between the fuel pump and the fuel tank. Additionally, a gas station fuel pump may not automatically stop once the tank fill level is reached, potentially causing the fuel to overflow.
A diesel fuel leak can create slippery road conditions, increasing the risk of a crash. Daimler Vans USA, LLC will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the bayonet lock on the fuel pump and lock it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 3, 2020. 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, FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 3500, SPRINTER 2500, SPRINTER 4500, SPRINTER 1500
- Brand
- MERCEDES-BENZ
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Vans USA, LLC
- Category
- Vehicle — Commercial Van
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 4,987
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 (4)
- SPRINTER 3500
- SPRINTER 2500
- SPRINTER 4500
- SPRINTER 1500
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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