- Component
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Problem
- Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Metris vehicles. The affected vehicles left the reassembly plant without the final quality inspection of safety-relevant parts or bolt connections, resulting in possible unknown safety risks.
- Risk
- Failure to identify loose safety related parts can increase the risk of crash and injury.
- Remedy
- DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will complete the final quality inspection, free of charge. The recall began May 17, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VSX566ZP25.
- Notes
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain vans were built without the final quality inspection of safety-related parts and bolted connections, so some components may be loose or improperly secured without anyone knowing. Loose safety-relevant parts can increase the risk of a crash and injury.
Owners will be notified by mail. The manufacturer will have dealers complete the missing final quality inspection of safety-related parts and bolt connections at no cost to you. The recall began May 17, 2019.
If you own one of these vehicles, contact Daimler Vans USA customer service at 1-877-762-8267, referencing recall number VSX566ZP25, and check your VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is affected.
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Mercedes-Benz Metris | 20182019 |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 | 20182019 |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 | 20182019 |