Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc - Dba Sprinter | NHTSA Recall #14V764000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14V764000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc - Dba Sprinter. Affecting model year 2014-2015 sprinter 2500, and sprinter 3500 vehicles manufactured february 28, 2014, to november 21, 2014 Includes 8,279 affected units, Oil may Leak from Chain Tensioner Gasket, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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model year 2014-2015 sprinter 2500, and sprinter 3500 vehicles manufactured february 28, 2014, to november 21, 2014

Defect Summary

Mercedes-benz usa, llc - dba sprinter (mercedes) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 sprinter 2500, and sprinter 3500 vehicles manufactured february 28, 2014, to november 21, 2014. In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from around the chain tensioner gasket area.

Corrective Action

Mercedes will notify owners, and dealers will replace the chain tensioner gasket, free of charge. the recall began on december 19, 2014. owners may contact mercedes customer service at 1-877-762-8267. mercedes' number for this recall is 2014120003.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 14V764000

Manufacturer: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc - Dba Sprinter

Report Received Date: 2014-12-01T00:00:00

Subject: Oil may leak from chain tensioner gasket

Component: Engine And Engine Cooling

Potentially Affected Units: 8,279

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 2014120003

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Mercedes-benz usa, llc - dba sprinter (mercedes) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 sprinter 2500, and sprinter 3500 vehicles manufactured february 28, 2014, to november 21, 2014. In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from around the chain tensioner gasket area.

Consequence Summary: Leaking oil may drip onto a hot engine surface, increasing the risk of a fire. additionally, the leaking oil may be a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Mercedes will notify owners, and dealers will replace the chain tensioner gasket, free of charge. the recall began on december 19, 2014. owners may contact mercedes customer service at 1-877-762-8267. mercedes' number for this recall is 2014120003.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 82.45

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NHTSA ID: 14V764000

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