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NHTSA : 19V070000🔴 ⚠️ High severity

Campaign Details

Component: STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT SECTOR

Defect Description

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (Daimler Vans) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter VS30 vehicles. The steering shaft that connects to the steering gear may disconnect without warning.

Consequence / Hazard

The steering shaft disconnecting from the steering gear can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing risk of a crash.

Proposed Solution

Daimler Vans will notify owners, advising them to stop driving the vehicle immediately. Dealers will inspect the bolts connecting the steering shaft to the steering gear, fully tightening and/or adjusting them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 15, 2019. Owners may contact Daimler Van's customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Daimler Van's number for this recall is 2019010006.

🚗 Affected Vehicles1

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