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NHTSA : 18V288000

Campaign Details

Component: STRUCTURE:BODY

Defect Description

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2017 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. These vehicles may be missing spot welds on the front side wall, connecting the door portal to the hinge reinforcements in the A-pillar area, possibly affecting vehicle strength in a crash.

Consequence / Hazard

If the missing welds affect body strength, there may be an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Proposed Solution

DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and add any missing spot welds, free of charge. The recall began on July 2, 2018. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.

🚗 Affected Vehicles4

All the models below were recalled for this exact same problem.