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
makesAndModels2019 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.