Insufficient pedestrian warning sound/fmvss 141
Defect Summary
Daimler vans usa, llc (dvusa) is recalling certain 2025 mercedes-benz esprinter vehicles. The vehicles fail to make sufficient pedestrian warning sounds when in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 141, "minimum sound requirements for hybrid and electric vehicles."
Safety Consequence
Insufficient pedestrian warning sounds may fail to alert pedestrians of an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will update the software for the pedestrian warning sounds, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed march 27, 2026. Owners may contact dvusa customer service at 1-877-762-8267. Dvusa's number for this recall is v3eavasou. Vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall became searchable on nhtsa.gov beginning february 20, 2026.
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Other recalls from Daimler Vans Usa, Llc or involving Back Over Prevention.
FAQ: Recall 26V099000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 26V099000?
NHTSA recall 26V099000 was issued by Daimler Vans Usa, Llc on February 20, 2026. It addresses: Insufficient pedestrian warning sound/fmvss 141. The recall affects approximately 117 vehicles, with the defect involving the Back Over Prevention component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Daimler Vans Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 26V099000 or the manufacturer campaign number V3EAVASOU. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-20. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.