Mercedes-benz Sprinter 3500 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

August 12, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Daimler Vans USA, LLC recalls 2019 Mercedes-benz, Freightliner — 4 models

Recall number

19V591000

Brand / firm

Mercedes-benz, Freightliner

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 8,243 units

Why it was recalled

Reduced taillight visibility increases the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Daimler Vans USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter 1500, 2500, 3500, and 4500 vehicles. If the manual turn-switch that activates the vehicle lights is turned quickly from one lighting position to another, the brightness of the taillights can be significantly reduced or could switch off completely.

What to do

MBUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealers will update the body control unit software, free of charge. The recall began September 30, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is VS3HELI.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.