Mercedes-benz 2021 Electrical System recall
Recalled October 6, 2021 · NHTSA recall 21V779000 · Mercedes-benz
Hazard
An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the engagement hooks on the affected cable duct with expanding rivets, free of charge. The recall began on November 2, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA's customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3KABKAN.
Units
38 units
Description
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. A cable duct may drop out of place due to unlatched engagement hooks inside the battery case. This may cause the starter-generator wiring harness to chafe against the transmission carrier, which could result in an electrical short-circuit.
What to do
Dealers will replace the engagement hooks on the affected cable duct with expanding rivets, free of charge. The recall began on November 2, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA's customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3KABKAN.
Product
Mercedes-benz SPRINTER 1500 · Mercedes-benz SPRINTER 2500 · Mercedes-benz SPRINTER 3500 · Mercedes-benz SPRINTER 4500
Manufacturer(s)
Daimler Vans USA, LLC
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →