2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and others recall: torsion bar
Daimler Vans USA, LLC reported this safety recall on March 8, 2022. It covers about 2,153 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 2,153
- reported
- Mar 8, 2022
- owners notified
- Aug 16, 2022
- related complaints
- 4
Suspension: front: springs: torsion bar
- What is wrong
- Daimler Vans USA, LLC. (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. The shim on the torsion bar was installed incorrectly during assembly.
- Risk
- An incorrectly assembled torsion bar may fail at the connection between the torsion bar and linkage, resulting in a loss of vehicle stability, and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will correct the position of the shim and replace the torsion bar linkages, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 16, 2022. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1‑877‑762‑8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3VADREH.
Recall number 22V131000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 4 complaints about suspension problems.
2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 15002021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 25002021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 35002021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 4500
Questions about recall 22V131000
Is there a recall on the 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and others torsion bar?
Yes. Recall 22V131000, reported on March 8, 2022, covers about 2,153 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 22V131000?
Dealers will correct the position of the shim and replace the torsion bar linkages, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 16, 2022. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1‑877‑762‑8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3VADREH.
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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