Recall 15V-261
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC - DBA Sprinter recalled the 2015 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 1 other model: Engine and engine cooling (engine, diesel).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 15V-261
- Reported
- May 5, 2015
- Vehicles affected
- 1,335 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC - DBA Sprinter (Mercedes) is recalling certain model year 2015 Sprinter 2500 and Sprinter 3500 vehicles manufactured February 28, 2014, to January 22, 2015. In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from around the chain tensioner gasket area.
The risk
Leaking oil may drip onto a hot engine surface, increasing the risk of a fire. Additionally, the leaking oil may be a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Mercedes will notify owners, and dealers will replace the chain tensioner gasket, free of charge. The recall began May 18, 2015. Owners may contact Mercedes customer service at 1-[removed]. Note: This recall is an expansion of 14V-764.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]