Mercedes-benz, Freightliner 2019 Equipment recall
Recalled December 19, 2019 · NHTSA recall 19V908000 · Mercedes-benz
Hazard
If the lashing rails disconnect, the cargo could become unsecured, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will correctly affix the lashing rails to the side walls, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on February 7, 2020. The recall began April 15, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3ZUSCHI.
Units
183 units
Description
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The lashing rails on the side walls may not have been properly installed, possibly resulting in the lashing rails detaching.
What to do
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will correctly affix the lashing rails to the side walls, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on February 7, 2020. The recall began April 15, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3ZUSCHI.
Product
Mercedes-benz SPRINTER (VS30) · 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 →