Recall 20V-078
Daimler Vans USA, LLC recalled the 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 and 3 other models: Engine and engine cooling (exhaust system, emission control, gas recirculation valve (egr valve)); Engine and engine cooling (exhaust system).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 20V-078
- Reported
- February 12, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- 4,424 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The connecting screws on the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) pipe may not have been correctly tightened.
The risk
If the connecting screws are not properly tightened, hot exhaust gases may leak from the EGR pipe, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
DVUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealers will renew the screw connection and the flange seals on the exhaust gas recirculation pipe, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on April 6, 2020. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-[removed]. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3AGROHR.
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]