2019 Freightliner Sprinter 1500, Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and others recall: exhaust system
Daimler Vans USA, LLC reported this safety recall on February 12, 2020. It covers about 4,385 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 4,385
- reported
- Feb 12, 2020
- owners notified
- Apr 10, 2020
- related complaints
- 12
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- An exhaust gas leak in the engine compartment increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 20V079000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 12 complaints about engine problems.
2019 Freightliner Sprinter 15002019 Freightliner Sprinter 25002019 Freightliner Sprinter 35002019 Freightliner Sprinter 45002019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 15002019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 25002019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 35002019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 4500
Questions about recall 20V079000
Is there a recall on the 2019 Freightliner Sprinter 1500, Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and others exhaust system?
Yes. Recall 20V079000, reported on February 12, 2020, covers about 4,385 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 20V079000?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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