Daimler Vans Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #19V798000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 19V798000 by Daimler Vans Usa, Llc. Affecting 2019 mercedes-benz and freightliner sprinter vehicles equipped with diesel fuel systems Includes 4,987 affected units, Bayonet Lock May be Open, Causing Fuel Leak, component: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2019 mercedes-benz and freightliner sprinter vehicles equipped with diesel fuel systems

Defect Summary

Daimler vans usa, llc (dvusa) is recalling certain 2019 mercedes-benz and freightliner sprinter vehicles equipped with diesel fuel systems. the bayonet lock between the fuel pump and the fuel tank may not have been closed and locked during manufacturing. as a result, a leak between the fuel pump and the fuel tank could occur. in addition, a gas station fuel pump may not automatically stop once the tank fill level is reached, potentially causing the fuel to overflow.

Corrective Action

Dvusa will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the bayonet lock on the fuel pump, locking it as necessary, free of charge. the recall began january 3, 2020. owners may contact dvusa customer service at 1-877-762-8267. dvusa's number for this recall is vs3krafmod.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 19V798000
Manufacturer: Daimler Vans Usa, Llc
Report Received Date: 2019-11-07T00:00:00
Subject: Bayonet lock may be open, causing fuel leak
Component: Fuel System, Diesel
Potentially Affected Units: 4,987

Details

MFR Campaign Number: VS3KRAFMOD
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Daimler vans usa, llc (dvusa) is recalling certain 2019 mercedes-benz and freightliner sprinter vehicles equipped with diesel fuel systems. the bayonet lock between the fuel pump and the fuel tank may not have been closed and locked during manufacturing. as a result, a leak between the fuel pump and the fuel tank could occur. in addition, a gas station fuel pump may not automatically stop once the tank fill level is reached, potentially causing the fuel to overflow.
Consequence Summary: A diesel fuel leak can create slippery road conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Dvusa will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the bayonet lock on the fuel pump, locking it as necessary, free of charge. the recall began january 3, 2020. owners may contact dvusa customer service at 1-877-762-8267. dvusa's number for this recall is vs3krafmod.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 89.13

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NHTSA ID: 19V798000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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