Daimler Vans Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #20V426000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V426000 by Daimler Vans Usa, Llc. Affecting 2019 mercedes benz sprinter and freightliner sprinter vehicles Includes 26 affected units, Incorrect Rear Leaf Spring Shims/FMVSS 126, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2019 mercedes benz sprinter and freightliner sprinter vehicles

Defect Summary

Daimler vans usa, llc (dvusa) is recalling certain 2019 mercedes benz sprinter and freightliner sprinter vehicles. the incorrect leaf spring shims may have been installed between the rear axle and the leaf springs possibly affecting the vehicle's handling. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 126, "electronic stability control systems."

Corrective Action

Dvusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the leaf spring shims on both sides, renew the spring brackets, check the rubber buffers for wear, renewing them if necessary, and adjust the headlamps, free of charge. the manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. dvusa issued owners an interim notification on september 18, 2020. the recall began october 1, 2020. owners may contact dvusa customer service at 1-877-762-8267. dvusa's number for this recall is vs3lefspri.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 20V426000
Manufacturer: Daimler Vans Usa, Llc
Report Received Date: 2020-07-27T00:00:00
Subject: Incorrect rear leaf spring shims/fmvss 126
Component: Suspension
Potentially Affected Units: 26

Details

MFR Campaign Number: VS3LEFSPRI
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Daimler vans usa, llc (dvusa) is recalling certain 2019 mercedes benz sprinter and freightliner sprinter vehicles. the incorrect leaf spring shims may have been installed between the rear axle and the leaf springs possibly affecting the vehicle's handling. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 126, "electronic stability control systems."
Consequence Summary: The incorrect leaf spring shims may negatively affect vehicle handling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Dvusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the leaf spring shims on both sides, renew the spring brackets, check the rubber buffers for wear, renewing them if necessary, and adjust the headlamps, free of charge. the manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. dvusa issued owners an interim notification on september 18, 2020. the recall began october 1, 2020. owners may contact dvusa customer service at 1-877-762-8267. dvusa's number for this recall is vs3lefspri.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 84.62

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NHTSA ID: 20V426000
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