Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc - Dba Sprinter | NHTSA Recall #15V082000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 15V082000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc - Dba Sprinter. Affecting model year 2015 sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles manufactured july 1, 2014, to october 14, 2014 Includes 5,586 affected units, Abutting Wedge Incorrectly Installed, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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model year 2015 sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles manufactured july 1, 2014, to october 14, 2014

Defect Summary

Mercedes-benz usa, llc - dba sprinter (sprinter) is recalling certain model year 2015 sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles manufactured july 1, 2014, to october 14, 2014. in the affected vehicles, the abutting wedge, a component attached to the door jamb to make opening the door easier after a severe frontal impact, may have been installed incorrectly.

Corrective Action

Sprinter will notify owners, and dealers will check the installation of the abutting wedge, correcting it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began in march 2015. Owners may contact sprinter customer service at 1-877-762-8267.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 15V082000

Manufacturer: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc - Dba Sprinter

Report Received Date: 2015-02-10T00:00:00

Subject: Abutting wedge incorrectly installed

Component: Structure

Potentially Affected Units: 5,586

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 2015020004

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Mercedes-benz usa, llc - dba sprinter (sprinter) is recalling certain model year 2015 sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles manufactured july 1, 2014, to october 14, 2014. in the affected vehicles, the abutting wedge, a component attached to the door jamb to make opening the door easier after a severe frontal impact, may have been installed incorrectly.

Consequence Summary: If a vehicle that has an incorrectly installed abutting wedge is involved in a severe frontal accident, a greater force may be necessary to open the doors, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action: Sprinter will notify owners, and dealers will check the installation of the abutting wedge, correcting it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began in march 2015. Owners may contact sprinter customer service at 1-877-762-8267.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 73.06

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NHTSA ID: 15V082000

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