The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·19V800000·Announced 2019-11-06

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Recall for Front Seat Weld Defect

Daimler Vans USA is recalling 2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter vans because a front seat weld may break in a crash, increasing injury risk.

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 (insufficient welding) that could cause the seat to shift in a crash, increasing the risk of injury, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects.

Plain-English summary

Daimler Vans USA, LLC is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The affected models include the Sprinter 1500, 2500, 3500, and 4500.

The recall addresses a defect where a seam on the height adjuster for the front seats may have been insufficiently welded. In the event of a crash, this weld seam may break, causing the seat cushion to shift forward and increasing the risk of injury.

Dealers will replace the tilt adjuster for the front seats free of charge. 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
FREIGHTLINER, MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 2500, SPRINTER 1500, SPRINTER 4500, SPRINTER 3500
Brand
FREIGHTLINER
Manufacturer
Daimler Vans USA, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Commercial Van
Hazard
Affected units
3

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 2500
  • SPRINTER 1500
  • SPRINTER 4500
  • SPRINTER 3500

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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