Dodge Sprinter 2500 recalled over possible metal fragments

Recall date

July 28, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Daimler Vans USA, LLC recalls 2007–2009 Dodge Sprinter 2500, Sprinter 3500

Recall number

17V478000

Brand / firm

Dodge, Freightliner

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 43,689 units

Why it was recalled

An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

What was recalled

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2007-2009 Freightliner and Dodge Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled into the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.

What to do

DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger side frontal air bag, free of charge. The recall began on September 29, 2017. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. Note: This recall fully supersedes recall 15V-354 and partially supersedes recalls 16V-379 and 17V-025.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.