Known Recalls

Recall campaign · NHTSA 24V517000

Suspension: rear: springs: leaf spring assembly: u-bolt, leaf spring to axle

Daimler Vans USA, LLC filed this campaign with NHTSA on 2024-07-09.

Recall campaignNHTSA 24V517000

Suspension: rear: springs: leaf spring assembly: u-bolt, leaf spring to axle

Component
Suspension: rear: springs: leaf spring assembly: u-bolt, leaf spring to axle
Manufacturer
Daimler Vans USA, LLC
Vehicles affected
1,232
Reported to NHTSA
2024-07-09
Owners notified
2024-08-23

Defect description

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. The spring U-bolts for the rear axle may have reduced strength due to improper heat-treatment, which can cause the rear axle to shift out of position.

Safety risk

An axle that moves out of position can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will replace the spring U-bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 23, 2024. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3FEDERB.

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.

Scope of coverage

8 model years across 4 models.

ModelYears on record
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 15002024 2023
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 25002024 2023
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 35002024 2023
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 45002024 2023

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.