Recall 17V-149
Daimler Vans USA, LLC recalled the 2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 1 other model: Power train (driveline, driveshaft).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 17V-149
- Reported
- March 7, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- 892 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles and Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The bracket for the center support bearing of the drive shaft may not have been properly welded.
The risk
If the event of a crash, the bracket may detach and the drive shaft may damage the fuel system, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
DVUSA will notify owners and dealers will install three additional rivets to secure the bracket, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on May 5, 2017. The recall began on July 7, 2017. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-[removed].
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]