Daimler Vans USA, LLC: Safety Recalls in 2019
Updated on March 19, 2026.
There were 21 safety recalls made by Daimler Vans USA, LLC in 2019. See the details of the recalls below.
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Data Source: NHTSA.
December 19, 2019
(Campaign #: VS3ZUSCHI)
Lashing Rails May Detach
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The lashing rails on the side walls may not have been properly installed, possibly resulting in the lashing rails detaching.
NHTSA ID: 19V908000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 183
Consequence Summary:
If the lashing rails disconnect, the cargo could become unsecured, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will correctly affix the lashing rails to the side walls, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on February 7, 2020. The recall began April 15, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3ZUSCHI.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 48.35
November 7, 2019
(Campaign #: VS3KRAFMOD)
Bayonet Lock May be Open, Causing Fuel Leak
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles equipped with diesel fuel systems. The bayonet lock between the fuel pump and the fuel tank may not have been closed and locked during manufacturing. As a result, a leak between the fuel pump and the fuel tank could occur. In addition, a gas station fuel pump may not automatically stop once the tank fill level is reached, potentially causing the fuel to overflow.
NHTSA ID: 19V798000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 4,987
Consequence Summary:
A diesel fuel leak can create slippery road conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the bayonet lock on the fuel pump, locking it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 3, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3KRAFMOD.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 89.13
November 6, 2019
(Campaign #: VS3SITZVER)
Insufficient Weld May Cause Seat Cushion to Shift
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner vehicles. A seam on the height adjuster for the front seats may have been insufficiently welded.
NHTSA ID: 19V800000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 3
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a crash, the weld seam may break and cause the seat cushion to shift forward, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tilt adjuster for the front seats, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on December 19, 2019. The recall began March 9, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3SITZVER.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
October 8, 2019
(Campaign #: VS3KEIL)
Improper Abutting Wedge Installation
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the abutting wedge, a component attached to the door jamb to make opening the door easier after a severe frontal impact, may have been installed incorrectly.
NHTSA ID: 19V716000
Component: STRUCTURE
# of Units Affected: 153
Consequence Summary:
If a vehicle that has an incorrectly installed abutting wedge is involved in a severe frontal accident, a greater force may be necessary to open the doors, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the installation of the abutting wedge on the driver and front passenger side, correcting it, as necessary, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on November 22, 2019. The recall began February 10, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3KEIL.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 88.24
October 8, 2019
(Campaign #: VS2SITZAB)
Backup Battery Opening Exposed
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. The integrated backup battery compartment located underneath the front passenger's seat may not have its own cover, potentially exposing the battery when the seat is moved forward.
NHTSA ID: 19V715000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 15,160
Consequence Summary:
If conductive material, such as metal, unintentionally drops into the opening and contacts the terminals on the battery, an electrical short can occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
DVUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz dealers will install covers over the battery compartment area, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on December 2, 2019. The recall began March 9, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2SITZAB.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 53.63
October 2, 2019
(Campaign #: VS3AIRIGEL)
Airbag System may be Deactivated
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The airbag systems may not have been activated after vehicle production. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
NHTSA ID: 19V695000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 1,232
Consequence Summary:
An inactive airbag system can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to determine if the airbag systems have been activated, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on November 22, 2019. The recall began February 10, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3AIRIGEL.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 84.5
October 2, 2019
(Campaign #: VSX566ZP25)
Final Quality Check Was Not Performed
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Sprinter and Metris vehicles. The vehicles left the reassembly plant without the final quality inspection of safety-relevant parts or bolt connections, resulting in possible unknown safety risks.
NHTSA ID: 19V693000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 19
Consequence Summary:
Failure to identify loose safety related parts can increase the risk of crash and injury.
Corrective Action:
DVUSA will notify owners, and vehicles will be returned to the reassembly plant for comprehensive inspection and, if necessary, corrective action, free of charge. The recall began November 15, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VSX566ZP25.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 42.11
September 18, 2019
(Campaign #: VS3HAUBOSS)
Hood may Open While Driving
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The screw connection on the upper hood catch may have been improperly tightened. As a result, factors such as the vehicle's speed, wind resistance and road conditions may cause the hood to open while the vehicle is being driven.
NHTSA ID: 19V665000
Component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
# of Units Affected: 5,626
Consequence Summary:
A hood that opens while driving can reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the screw connection, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3HAUBOSS.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 83.46
September 18, 2019
(Campaign #: VS2KOPFSTU)
Incorrectly Mounted Spring Pins in Head Restraint
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Metris vehicles. The head restraint of the seat or seat back may have been fitted without a spring pin or a spring pin that was improperly mounted.
NHTSA ID: 19V666000
Component: SEATS
# of Units Affected: 29
Consequence Summary:
The incorrectly mounted or missing spring pins can cause the upholstery carrier to come loose from the head restraint housing, which increases the risk of an injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DVUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz dealers will replace the head restraints, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on November 4, 2019. The recall began April 20, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. D VUSA's number for this recall is VS2KOPFSTU.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 51.72
August 12, 2019
(Campaign #: VS3HELI)
Taillights May Dim or Switch Off
Daimler Vans USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter 1500, 2500, 3500, and 4500 vehicles. If the manual turn-switch that activates the vehicle lights is turned quickly from one lighting position to another, the brightness of the taillights can be significantly reduced or could switch off completely.
NHTSA ID: 19V591000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
# of Units Affected: 8,243
Consequence Summary:
Reduced taillight visibility increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealers will update the body control unit software, free of charge. The recall began September 30, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is VS3HELI.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 92.75
July 24, 2019
(Campaign #: VS2BAFV)
Incorrect Operator's Manual
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. The vehicles may have been delivered with a printed operator's manual that does not match the vehicle's features and operating instructions.
NHTSA ID: 19V545000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 2
Consequence Summary:
The incorrect manual may not describe the proper operation of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the information package including the printed version of the operator's manual, maintenance booklet and information sheets, free of charge. The recall began September 12, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2BAFV.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
July 2, 2019
(Campaign #: VS3VERGLAS)
Incorrect Rear Side Windows Installed
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter 1500, 2500, 3500 and 4500 vehicles. The rear side windows may be single-pane safety glass instead of laminated safety glass.
NHTSA ID: 19V507000
Component: VISIBILITY
# of Units Affected: 1,079
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a side impact crash or vehicle rollover, the fitted side windows may not adequately protect the rear occupants from being ejected, increasing their risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
DVUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner dealers will replace the single-pane safety glass with laminated safety glass., free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on August 16, 2019. The recall began January 21, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3VERGLAS.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 73.49
June 25, 2019
(Campaign #: VS2LENKEPS)
Loss of Electric Power Steering
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. An internal sensor within the electric power steering unit may have been improperly manufactured, possibly resulting in the deactivation of the electric power steering assist.
NHTSA ID: 19V489000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 2
Consequence Summary:
An unexpected loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of crash.
Corrective Action:
DVUSA will notify owners, and Metris dealers will replace the steering unit, free of charge. The recall began July 2, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2LENKEPS.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
April 18, 2019
(Campaign #: VS3FERNLI)
High Beams May Not Deactivate by Switch
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (Platform 907) vehicles equipped with high-beam assist. A software error in the control unit may prevent the driver from being able to switch off the high beams when intended.
NHTSA ID: 19V309000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
# of Units Affected: 1,517
Consequence Summary:
Being unable to turn off the high beams may result in oncoming traffic being blinded by the vehicle's lights, increasing the risk of crash.
Corrective Action:
DVUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealers will update the control unit software, free of charge. The recall began June 14, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3FERNLI.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 71.06
April 10, 2019
(Campaign #: VS2SCHRALU)
Loss of Power Steering Assist Due to Corrosion
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Metris vehicles sold, or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, Washington DC, West Virginia and Wisconsin. The aluminum bolts that attach the power steering gear assist motor to the gear housing may corrode and fracture causing a reduction or complete loss of power steering assist.
NHTSA ID: 19V290000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 9,471
Consequence Summary:
Loss of power steering assist would require a higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the aluminum bolts with steels bolts, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on June 3, 2019. The recall began November 15, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2SCHRALU.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 29.13
April 9, 2019
(Campaign #: VS3LEDSENS)
Headlamps Lack Calibrated Sensors
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.
NHTSA ID: 19V284000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
# of Units Affected: 590
Consequence Summary:
Unexpected changes in the headlamp lighting angle may affect the drivers visibility, increasing the risk of crash.
Corrective Action:
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.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 66.27
March 20, 2019
(Campaign #: VSX566ZP25)
Final Quality Check Was Not Performed
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.
NHTSA ID: 19V222000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 7
Consequence Summary:
Failure to identify loose safety related parts can increase the risk of crash and injury.
Corrective Action:
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.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
February 22, 2019
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Rear Fog Lights May Not Turn On
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter VS30 vehicles equipped with LED rear fog lights. The lights may not illuminate, despite the rear fog light switch being turned on.
NHTSA ID: 19V121000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
# of Units Affected: 1,197
Consequence Summary:
The lack of functioning rear fog lamps prevents the enhanced visibility of the vehicle to other drivers on the road, increasing the risk of crash.
Corrective Action:
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the software settings of the control unit body controller, free of charge. The recall began April 18, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 84.54
January 31, 2019
(Campaign #: 2019010006)
Loss of Steering without Warning
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (Daimler Vans) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter VS30 vehicles. The steering shaft that connects to the steering gear may disconnect without warning.
NHTSA ID: 19V070000
Component: STEERING
# of Units Affected: 4,358
Consequence Summary:
The steering shaft disconnecting from the steering gear can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Daimler Vans will notify owners, advising them to stop driving the vehicle immediately. Dealers will inspect the bolts connecting the steering shaft to the steering gear, fully tightening and/or adjusting them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 15, 2019. Owners may contact Daimler Van's customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Daimler Van's number for this recall is 2019010006.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: Yes
Completion Rate (%): 97.02
January 8, 2019
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Driver Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the driver frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
NHTSA ID: 19V003000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 71,301
Consequence Summary:
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Corrective Action:
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag module, free of charge. The recall is began March 15, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 77.19
January 8, 2019
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
NHTSA ID: 19V004000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 88,388
Consequence Summary:
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Corrective Action:
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag module, free of charge. The recall began March 15, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 61.51
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