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Daimler Vans USA, LLC recall 21V972

Safety Recall

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Manufacturer
Daimler Vans USA, LLC
Units affected
48,400
Recall opened
Feb 11, 2022
Report date
Dec 15, 2021
Manufacturer campaign
VS3PA27 ERI/ERO
Type
Vehicle

Related investigation

NHTSA opened an investigation that led to this recall.

Affected vehicles (8)

  • FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 15002019–2020
  • FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 25002019–2020
  • FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 35002019–2020
  • FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 45002019–2020
  • MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 15002019–2020
  • MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 25002019–2020
  • MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 35002019–2020
  • MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 45002019–2020

Component / system

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Defect

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. A software error in the park lock system may allow the vehicle to move after the gear selector has been placed in the Park 'P' position without the parking brake applied.

Risk / consequence

Unintentional vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the electronic stability program control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 11, 2022. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3PA27 ERI/ERO.

Chronology of events

  1. Please see document attached.

Notification schedule

Dealer notification
JAN 24, 2022 - JAN 24, 2022
Owner notification
JAN 31, 2022 - JAN 31, 2022

Source: NHTSA campaign 21V972000. Always confirm recall status and remedy availability with the manufacturer or a dealer using your VIN.