The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·20V802000·Announced 2020-12-21

Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter Vehicles Recalled for Brake Fluid Leak

Daimler Vans USA is recalling 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter vans because rear brake calipers may leak fluid, allowing air into the hydraulic brake system.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect in the braking system that increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Daimler Vans USA, LLC is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles equipped with electric parking brakes. The recall covers the Sprinter 1500, 2500, 3500, and 4500 models. The defect involves rear brake calipers that may leak brake fluid into the housing of the electric parking brake connected to the rear axle service brake system. This leakage allows air to enter the hydraulic brake system.

Air in the brake system can result in extended brake pedal travel, which increases the risk of a crash. Owners notification letters were mailed on January 4, 2022.

Daimler Vans USA will replace the rear brake calipers free of charge. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3BREPB. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

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 — Braking System
Hazard
Affected units
9,094

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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