Daimler Vans Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #19V591000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 19V591000 by Daimler Vans Usa, Llc. Affecting 2019 mercedes-benz and freightliner sprinter 1500, 2500, 3500, and 4500 vehicles Includes 8,243 affected units, Taillights May Dim or Switch Off, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2019 mercedes-benz and freightliner sprinter 1500, 2500, 3500, and 4500 vehicles

Defect Summary

Daimler vans usa, llc. (mbusa) is recalling certain 2019 mercedes-benz and freightliner sprinter 1500, 2500, 3500, and 4500 vehicles. if the manual turn-switch that activates the vehicle lights is turned quickly from one lighting position to another, the brightness of the taillights can be significantly reduced or could switch off completely.

Corrective Action

Mbusa will notify owners, and mercedes-benz or freightliner sprinter dealers will update the body control unit software, free of charge. The recall began september 30, 2019. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372. mbusa's number for this recall is vs3heli.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 19V591000
Manufacturer: Daimler Vans Usa, Llc
Report Received Date: 2019-08-12T00:00:00
Subject: Taillights may dim or switch off
Component: Exterior Lighting
Potentially Affected Units: 8,243

Details

MFR Campaign Number: VS3HELI
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Daimler vans usa, llc. (mbusa) is recalling certain 2019 mercedes-benz and freightliner sprinter 1500, 2500, 3500, and 4500 vehicles. if the manual turn-switch that activates the vehicle lights is turned quickly from one lighting position to another, the brightness of the taillights can be significantly reduced or could switch off completely.
Consequence Summary: Reduced taillight visibility increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Mbusa will notify owners, and mercedes-benz or freightliner sprinter dealers will update the body control unit software, free of charge. The recall began september 30, 2019. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372. mbusa's number for this recall is vs3heli.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 92.75

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NHTSA ID: 19V591000
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