Freightliner Sprinter 3500 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

December 14, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Daimler Vans USA, LLC recalls 2017 Freightliner Sprinter 3500

Recall number

17V804000

Brand / firm

Freightliner, Mercedes-benz

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 2,177 units

Why it was recalled

If Crosswind Assist system does not activate the automatic braking system as expected in the event of a strong crosswind, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 and Freightliner Sprinter 3500 vehicles equipped with the Crosswind Assist function. In the event of strong crosswind, automatic brake interventions by the vehicle dynamics control system (ADAPTIVE ESP) might not be activated.

What to do

DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the ESP control unit with corrected software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in January 2018. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-854-888-3214.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.