Sprinter Engineering & Compliance Suppor | NHTSA Recall #11V323000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 11V323000 by Sprinter Engineering & Compliance Suppor. Includes 47 affected units, REAR SPRINGS, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Sprinter is recalling certain model year 2011 sprinter 3500 vehicles sold both under the mercedes-benz and freightliner brand names. the supplier of the rear springs rolled the spring eye diameter out of tolerance on a limited number of parts in its production, and then corrected the diameter without heating the parts.

Corrective Action

Owners will be contacted, and dealers will replace the rear springs as necessary, free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during november 2011. owners may contact sprinter at 1-877-762-8267.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 11V323000

Manufacturer: Sprinter Engineering & Compliance Suppor

Report Received Date: 2011-06-13T00:00:00

Subject: Rear springs

Component: Suspension

Potentially Affected Units: 47

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 2011100006

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Sprinter is recalling certain model year 2011 sprinter 3500 vehicles sold both under the mercedes-benz and freightliner brand names. the supplier of the rear springs rolled the spring eye diameter out of tolerance on a limited number of parts in its production, and then corrected the diameter without heating the parts.

Consequence Summary: This could potentially lead to a crack of the spring eye over time, which increases the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Owners will be contacted, and dealers will replace the rear springs as necessary, free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during november 2011. owners may contact sprinter at 1-877-762-8267.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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SID: row-3emf_ibf6.wmcm

NHTSA ID: 11V323000

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Created At: 1742808662

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