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Freightliner, Mercedes-benz 2019 Exterior Lighting recall

Recalled August 12, 2019 · NHTSA recall 19V591000 · Freightliner

Hazard
Reduced taillight visibility increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealers will update the body control unit software, free of charge. The recall began September 30, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is VS3HELI.
Units
8,243 units

Description

Daimler Vans USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter 1500, 2500, 3500, and 4500 vehicles. If the manual turn-switch that activates the vehicle lights is turned quickly from one lighting position to another, the brightness of the taillights can be significantly reduced or could switch off completely.

What to do

MBUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealers will update the body control unit software, free of charge. The recall began September 30, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is VS3HELI.

Product
Freightliner SPRINTER 1500 · Freightliner SPRINTER 2500 · Freightliner SPRINTER 3500 · Freightliner SPRINTER 4500
Manufacturer(s)
Daimler Vans USA, LLC

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov

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