Daimler Vans Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #19V716000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 19V716000 by Daimler Vans Usa, Llc. Affecting 2019 mercedes-benz and freightliner sprinter vehicles Includes 153 affected units, Improper Abutting Wedge Installation, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2019 mercedes-benz and freightliner sprinter vehicles

Defect Summary

Daimler vans usa, llc (dvusa) is recalling certain 2019 mercedes-benz and freightliner sprinter vehicles. 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

Dvusa will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the installation of the abutting wedge on the driver and front passenger side, correcting it, as necessary, free of charge. dvusa issued owners an interim notification on november 22, 2019. the recall began february 10, 2020. owners may contact dvusa customer service at 1-877-762-8267. dvusa's number for this recall is vs3keil.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 19V716000
Manufacturer: Daimler Vans Usa, Llc
Report Received Date: 2019-10-08T00:00:00
Subject: Improper abutting wedge installation
Component: Structure
Potentially Affected Units: 153

Details

MFR Campaign Number: VS3KEIL
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Daimler vans usa, llc (dvusa) is recalling certain 2019 mercedes-benz and freightliner sprinter vehicles. 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: Dvusa will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the installation of the abutting wedge on the driver and front passenger side, correcting it, as necessary, free of charge. dvusa issued owners an interim notification on november 22, 2019. the recall began february 10, 2020. owners may contact dvusa customer service at 1-877-762-8267. dvusa's number for this recall is vs3keil.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 88.24

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NHTSA ID: 19V716000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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