Daimler Vans Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #21V077000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 21V077000 by Daimler Vans Usa, Llc. Affecting 2019-2020 mercedes benz sprinter and freightliner sprinter vehicles equipped with the multimedia system "connect 5" and a rearview camera Includes 198 affected units, Rearview Camera Obscured or Delayed/FMVSS 111, component: BACK OVER PREVENTION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2019-2020 mercedes benz sprinter and freightliner sprinter vehicles equipped with the multimedia system "connect 5" and a rearview camera

Defect Summary

Daimler vans usa, llc (dvusa) is recalling certain 2019-2020 mercedes benz sprinter and freightliner sprinter vehicles equipped with the multimedia system "connect 5" and a rearview camera. the rearview image may not display within 2 seconds from the start of the backing event. in addition, the rearview image may be obscured or covered by the visual display of the emergency call (ecall) pop-up window if the ecall system is activated while the reverse gear is engaged. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 111, "rear visibility."

Corrective Action

Dvusa will notify owners, and dealers will perform a software update on the vehicles, free of charge. the recall began march 5, 2021. owners may contact dvusa customer service at 1-877-762-8267. dvusa's number for this recall is vs3ruecon.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 21V077000
Manufacturer: Daimler Vans Usa, Llc
Report Received Date: 2021-02-17T00:00:00
Subject: Rearview camera obscured or delayed/fmvss 111
Component: Back Over Prevention
Potentially Affected Units: 198

Details

MFR Campaign Number: VS3RUECON
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Daimler vans usa, llc (dvusa) is recalling certain 2019-2020 mercedes benz sprinter and freightliner sprinter vehicles equipped with the multimedia system "connect 5" and a rearview camera. the rearview image may not display within 2 seconds from the start of the backing event. in addition, the rearview image may be obscured or covered by the visual display of the emergency call (ecall) pop-up window if the ecall system is activated while the reverse gear is engaged. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 111, "rear visibility."
Consequence Summary: A delayed or obstructed rearview camera display can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Dvusa will notify owners, and dealers will perform a software update on the vehicles, free of charge. the recall began march 5, 2021. owners may contact dvusa customer service at 1-877-762-8267. dvusa's number for this recall is vs3ruecon.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 86.8

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