The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·20V595000·Announced 2020-09-29

Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter Fuel Line Clamp Recall

Daimler Vans USA is recalling 2019-2020 Sprinter vans because fuel line clamps may loosen, causing a fuel leak that increases fire 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 fuel leak that increases the risk of a fire, which aligns with the rubric criterion for 'significant injury/property-damage reports' or structural vehicle defects involving fire hazards.

Plain-English summary

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter vans. The affected models include the Sprinter 1500, 2500, 3500, and 4500. The recall addresses a defect where fuel line clamps may loosen, resulting in a fuel leak.

A fuel leak can increase the risk of a fire. DVUSA issued an interim notification to owners on November 9, 2020, and the recall began on January 19, 2021.

Dealers will check the fuel hose clamp connections and tighten or replace the components as needed, 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 3500, SPRINTER 4500, SPRINTER 1500
Brand
FREIGHTLINER
Manufacturer
Daimler Vans USA, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Commercial Van
Hazard
Affected units
4,010

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 3500
  • SPRINTER 4500
  • SPRINTER 1500

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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