Recall 21V-042
Daimler Vans USA, LLC recalled the 2012 to 2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500: Electronic stability control (esc) (control module).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 21V-042
- Reported
- February 3, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 48,667 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500 and Freightliner Sprinter 3500 vehicles upfitted into campers or recreational vehicles. The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) unit may become disabled on these vehicles.
The risk
If ESC becomes disabled, vehicle driving stability may be impacted under certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear-wheel speed sensor with a more robust sensor, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on March 10, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-[removed]. DVUSA's number for this recall is NC3DREZAHA.
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]
Affected vehicles
- Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 2012 to 2018