Sprinter Engineering & Compliance Suppor | NHTSA Recall #09V418000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 09V418000 by Sprinter Engineering & Compliance Suppor. Includes 14,423 affected units, EXHAUST CHANNEL, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Sprinter is recalling certain model year 2002 through 2003 vans sold as dodge and freightliner vehicles. the intake manifolds may have corroded. a chemical reaction involving sulfur in the diesel fuel that takes place under certain conditions can lead to the formation of sulfuric acid in the exhaust channel of the intake manifold.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and replace the intake manifold free of charge. chrysler, llc is handling the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. the recall began on june 4, 2010. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403 or sprinter at 843-695-5031.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 09V418000

Manufacturer: Sprinter Engineering & Compliance Suppor

Report Received Date: 2009-10-29T00:00:00

Subject: Exhaust channel

Component: Engine And Engine Cooling

Potentially Affected Units: 14,423

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 2010040002

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Sprinter is recalling certain model year 2002 through 2003 vans sold as dodge and freightliner vehicles. the intake manifolds may have corroded. a chemical reaction involving sulfur in the diesel fuel that takes place under certain conditions can lead to the formation of sulfuric acid in the exhaust channel of the intake manifold.

Consequence Summary: Intake manifold corrosion may lead to an exhaust gas leak, damage to the fuel return line which could cause a fuel leak, and heat damage to the insulation at the front wall.

Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect and replace the intake manifold free of charge. chrysler, llc is handling the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. the recall began on june 4, 2010. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403 or sprinter at 843-695-5031.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 09V418000

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