Freightliner Sprinter 3500 recalled over possible metal fragments

Recall date

January 8, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Daimler Vans USA, LLC recalls 2014–2017 Freightliner Sprinter 3500, Sprinter 2500

Recall number

19V004000

Brand / firm

Freightliner, Mercedes-benz

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 88,388 units

Why it was recalled

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

What was recalled

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of 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 explode 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 front passenger air bag module, free of charge. The recall began March 15, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.