NHTSA Campaign 20V079000
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Filed by Daimler Vans USA, LLC.
NHTSA campaign 20V079000 covers 2 vehicles and concerns the engine and engine cooling:exhaust system. The repair is free.
What this recall covers
- The defect
- Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The flange connection between the exhaust gas turbocharger and the exit to the diesel particulate filter may not be attached properly, potentially causing an exhaust gas leak.
- The risk
- An exhaust gas leak in the engine compartment increases the risk of a fire.
- The fix
- DVUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealers will replace the flange seals and properly tighten the connection, free of charge. The recall began April 10, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3FLABIND.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Reported December 2, 2020
Vehicles covered by 20V079000 (2)
Mercedes-Benz (2)
Is my car affected?
Being on this list means your year, make and model fall inside campaign 20V079000. It does not mean your individual car does: a campaign covers a range of VINs built in a specific window, and cars either side of that window are untouched.
Check the 17-character VIN from the driver-side dashboard or door jamb against NHTSA's lookup. If it is covered, the dealer must do the work free of charge, regardless of the car's age or mileage.