Mercedes Benz 2015 Engine And Engine Cooling recall
Recalled May 5, 2015 · NHTSA recall 15V261000 · Mercedes Benz
Hazard
Leaking oil may drip onto a hot engine surface, increasing the risk of a fire. Additionally, the leaking oil may be a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Mercedes will notify owners, and dealers will replace the chain tensioner gasket, free of charge. The recall began May 18, 2015. Owners may contact Mercedes customer service at 1-877-762-8267. Note: This recall is an expansion of 14V-764.
Units
1,335 units
Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC - DBA Sprinter (Mercedes) is recalling certain model year 2015 Sprinter 2500 and Sprinter 3500 vehicles manufactured February 28, 2014, to January 22, 2015. In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from around the chain tensioner gasket area.
What to do
Mercedes will notify owners, and dealers will replace the chain tensioner gasket, free of charge. The recall began May 18, 2015. Owners may contact Mercedes customer service at 1-877-762-8267. Note: This recall is an expansion of 14V-764.
Product
Mercedes Benz SPRINTER 2500 · Mercedes Benz SPRINTER 3500
Manufacturer(s)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC - DBA Sprinter
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →