CarRecallWatch- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
- Problem
- Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Freightliner Sprinter and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles equipped with LED high performance headlights. The sensor for the headlamp range adjustment may not have been mounted or calibrated, possibly causing unexpected changes in the headlamp lighting angle.
- Risk
- Unexpected changes in the headlamp lighting angle may affect the drivers visibility, increasing the risk of crash.
- Remedy
- DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and retrofit the sensor and correctly calibrate the rotation angle sensor, free of charge. The recall began June 11, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3LEDSENS.
- 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 vehicles equipped with LED high performance headlights may have a headlamp range adjustment sensor that was not mounted or calibrated correctly. As a result, the headlight aiming angle can change unexpectedly while driving.
Unexpected changes in headlight aim can reduce the driver's visibility of the road ahead, which increases the risk of a crash.
The repair is free. Authorized dealers will inspect the vehicle, retrofit the sensor, and correctly calibrate the rotation angle sensor. Owners may also contact Daimler Vans USA customer service at 1-877-762-8267 and reference recall number VS3LEDSENS. Check your VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Freightliner Sprinter 2500 | 2019 |
|---|---|
| Freightliner Sprinter 3500 | 2019 |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 | 2019 |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 | 2019 |