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2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and others recall: lock

Daimler Vans USA, LLC reported this safety recall on March 10, 2021. It covers about 56 vehicles.

vehicles affected
56
reported
Mar 10, 2021
owners notified
Jan 20, 2023

Latches/locks/linkages: doors: lock

What is wrong
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mercedes Benz Sprinter vehicles equipped with an optional electric sliding door. The auxiliary lock on the sliding door may be the incorrect type for an electric sliding door. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
Risk
In the event of a crash, the sliding door could dislocate more than intended, and increase the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.
Remedy
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will convert the sliding door from electric to manual function, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1‑877‑762‑8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3SCHIEBT.

Recall number 21V153000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 21V153000

Is there a recall on the 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and others lock?

Yes. Recall 21V153000, reported on March 10, 2021, covers about 56 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 21V153000?

DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will convert the sliding door from electric to manual function, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1‑877‑762‑8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3SCHIEBT.

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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