2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and others recall: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Daimler Vans USA, LLC reported this safety recall on October 14, 2020. It covers about 463 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 463
- reported
- Oct 14, 2020
- owners notified
- Nov 24, 2020
- related complaints
- 15
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. The outer area of the brake hoses on the front and rear axles may have been damaged during production.
- Risk
- Over time, the hose could begin to leak brake fluid, affecting the braking performance of the vehicle, including the potential loss of directional stability when braking, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will check the condition of the brake hoses on the front and rear axles and replace them as needed, free of charge. The recall began November 24, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1‑877‑762‑8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3MONTLAU.
Recall number 20V631000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 15 complaints about brakes problems.
Questions about recall 20V631000
Is there a recall on the 2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and others hoses, lines/piping, and fittings?
Yes. Recall 20V631000, reported on October 14, 2020, covers about 463 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 20V631000?
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will check the condition of the brake hoses on the front and rear axles and replace them as needed, free of charge. The recall began November 24, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1‑877‑762‑8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3MONTLAU.
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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