Loss of Drive Power
Safety Recall
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Vans USA, LLC
- Units affected
- 689
- Recall opened
- May 5, 2025
- Report date
- Feb 14, 2025
- Manufacturer campaign
- V3ESCHWEI
- Type
- Vehicle
Affected vehicles (1)
- MERCEDES-BENZ ESPRINTER2024
Component / system
Defect
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2024 Mercedes-Benz eSprinter vehicles. The welds on the helical gear within the rear axle drivetrain may fail, causing a loss of drive power.
Risk / consequence
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. In addition, drivetrain failure can result in a vehicle rollaway if the parking brake is not applied, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the rear axle electric drivetrain, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 5, 2025. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is V3ESCHWEI.
Chronology of events
please see attached
Notification schedule
- Dealer notification
- FEB 21, 2025 - FEB 21, 2025
- Owner notification
- APR 11, 2025 - APR 11, 2025
Source: NHTSA campaign 25V090000. Always confirm recall status and remedy availability with the manufacturer or a dealer using your VIN.