Daimler Vans Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #21V153000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 21V153000 by Daimler Vans Usa, Llc. Affecting 2019-2020 mercedes benz sprinter vehicles equipped with an optional electric sliding door Includes 56 affected units, Incorrect Lock for Electric Sliding Door/FMVSS 226, component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2019-2020 mercedes benz sprinter vehicles equipped with an optional electric sliding door

Defect Summary

Daimler vans usa, llc (dvusa) is recalling certain 2019-2020 mercedes benz sprinter vehicles equipped with an optional electric sliding door. the auxiliary lock on the sliding door may be the incorrect type for an electric sliding door. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 226, "ejection mitigation."

Corrective Action

Dvusa will notify owners, and dealers will convert the sliding door from electric to manual function, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed january 20, 2023. owners may contact dvusa customer service at 1-877-762-8267. dvusa's number for this recall is vs3schiebt.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 21V153000
Manufacturer: Daimler Vans Usa, Llc
Report Received Date: 2021-03-10T00:00:00
Subject: Incorrect lock for electric sliding door/fmvss 226
Component: Latches/locks/linkages
Potentially Affected Units: 56

Details

MFR Campaign Number: VS3SCHIEBT
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Daimler vans usa, llc (dvusa) is recalling certain 2019-2020 mercedes benz sprinter vehicles equipped with an optional electric sliding door. the auxiliary lock on the sliding door may be the incorrect type for an electric sliding door. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 226, "ejection mitigation."
Consequence Summary: In the event of a crash, the sliding door could dislocate more than intended, and increase the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.
Corrective Action: Dvusa will notify owners, and dealers will convert the sliding door from electric to manual function, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed january 20, 2023. owners may contact dvusa customer service at 1-877-762-8267. dvusa's number for this recall is vs3schiebt.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 25

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NHTSA ID: 21V153000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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