CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
- Problem
- Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 vehicles. The generator wiring harness may be incorrectly connected to the electric power steering, which can result in an electrical surge.
- Risk
- An electrical surge can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and correct the wiring harness connection, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 10, 2022. Owners may contact DVUSA at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3LE54ELE.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
The generator wiring harness on certain vehicles may be incorrectly connected to the electric power steering. This misconnection can cause an electrical surge.
An electrical surge can increase the risk of a fire. Owners should have the wiring checked promptly.
Authorized dealers will inspect the wiring harness connection and correct it if needed, at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed August 10, 2022. You can also contact Daimler Vans USA at 1-877-762-8267 (recall number VS3LE54ELE), and check your VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 | 2021 |
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