Component Description
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report
Daimler Vans USA, LLC
Begin Date Of Manufacturing
20160608
End Date Of Manufacturing
20161220
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report
0
Potential Number Of Units Affected
1257
Date Owner Notified By MFR
20170805
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI)
MFR
Mfg
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC - DBA Sprinter
Report Received Date
20170605
Record Creation Date
20170607
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles equipped with reinforced front axles. The affected vehicles have tire labels on the B-pillar that list a tire pressure that is too low.
Consequence Summary
Operating the vehicle with low front tire pressures may result in tire damage, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Summary
DVUSA will notify owners, Freightliner Sprinter and Mercedes-Benz dealers will check and replace the tire label, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 5, 2017. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
Recall 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.