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Mercedes-Benz · Van

2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Van
0 EPA-rated configurations
Data refreshed 2026-10-26
F
Safety Signal
24 / 100 from the NHTSA recall record
Recalls4 critical 51
Complaints14 crash · 7 fire · 5 injured reported 115
Crash ratingnot rated by NHTSA —
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The 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is a van; vehicles over 8,500 lb GVWR are not certified for fuel economy by the EPA, so this page is built from NHTSA's recall, complaint and investigation records. NHTSA lists 51 recall campaigns for this model year, 4 rated critical, which gives it a Safety Signal grade of F. Owners have filed 115 complaints, most often about the power train.

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter — photograph via Wikimedia Commons
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (1995 generation) · Photo: IFCAR · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons

Specs & fuel economy

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

No EPA fuel-economy record: the EPA does not certify vehicles over 8,500 lb GVWR. Recall, complaint and investigation data below come from NHTSA.

Specifications filed with NHTSA

Source: NHTSA vPIC

Dimensions Exterior

Body styleCargo Van
GVWR classClass 2H: 9,001 - 10,000 lb (4,082 - 4,536 kg)

Engine Basics

Cylinders6
Displacement3 L
Engine configurationV-Shaped

Fuel Economy

FuelDiesel

Transmission

Drivetrain4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4
TransmissionAutomatic
Transmission speeds7

Driver assistance

Standard: Anti-lock brakes, Backup camera, Electronic stability control

Optional: Adaptive cruise control, Automatic emergency braking, Blind-spot monitoring, Forward collision warning, Lane departure warning, Lane keeping assist

Filed by the manufacturer with NHTSA under the federal vehicle-identification rule and decoded from the VIN pattern — not a manufacturer press kit, so it describes the configurations we could identify rather than every trim (seen: 907 (VS30), C2500/C3500, C4500/C3500). Figures for the trim you are looking at may differ.

Dimensions & weight

Source: Transport Canada
Length233.5–290.2 in
Width (body, without mirrors)79.5 in
Height96.5–117.7 in
Wheelbase144.1–170.1 in
Track, front66.1–67.3 in
Track, rear60.6–68.1 in
Curb weight4,696–6,173 lb

Measured by Transport Canada for its Canadian Vehicle Specifications database, which covers the North American versions of each model — here 37 configurations: 1500 Cargo 144-IN Wb High Roof, 1500 Cargo 144-IN Wb Standard Roof, 1500 Passenger 144-IN Wb High Roof, 2500 Cargo 144-IN Wb High Roof, 2500 Cargo 144-IN Wb High Roof 4WD, 2500 Cargo 144-IN Wb Standard Roof …. Where a range is shown, those versions differ. Width is the body without mirrors, which is why it can read narrower than a brochure figure. Before we used it we checked it against the US manufacturer press kits we hold (27 Sep 2026): wheelbase agreed within 1% on every vehicle we could compare, length on 98%, and the curb weight fell inside the manufacturer's range on 96%. Source dataset. Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada. Licence.

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Recalls (51)

Source: NHTSA recall database
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Electrical System

VS3BELKOM
697 vehicles 73% reported repaired
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. The instrument cluster illumination may not be adjustable and appear too bright in certain lighting conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays." Risk A display that is too bright can make it difficult for the driver to see critical safety information, increasing the risk of a crash. Fix Dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 31, 2025. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3BELKOM.
Filed with NHTSADefect report PDFOwner letter PDFChronology PDF
NHTSA campaign 24V930000 reported Dec 13, 2024 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Structure

VS3TREWAN
387 vehicles 47% reported repaired
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and 2019-2021 Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The partition wall may be missing bolts, allowing the wall to detach during a crash. Risk A detached partition wall can increase the risk of injury. Fix Dealers will inspect and secure the partition wall as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 16, 2024. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3TREWAN.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 23V876000 reported Dec 21, 2023 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Structure

VS3ROHRAH
3,739 vehicles 55% reported repaired
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The longitudinal frame members may be missing reinforcement fasteners, reducing vehicle stability and decreasing the structural integrity of the third-row seats. Risk Reduced stability increases the risk of a crash. Additionally, the third-row seat mountings can fail, increasing the risk of injury during a crash. Fix Dealers will inspect and repair the frame members as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 4, 2024. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3ROHRAH.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 23V875000 reported Dec 21, 2023 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Electrical System

VS3KOMBAUS
6,857 vehicles 80% reported repaired
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and 2019-2021 Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The instrument cluster may fail to display any information when the vehicle is started. Risk A blank instrument panel will not show critical information, such as vehicle speed, fuel gauge, warning messages, and warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash. Fix Dealers will update the instrument cluster software on the affected vehicles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 5, 2023. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3KOMBAUS.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDFChronology PDF
NHTSA campaign 23V204000 reported Mar 24, 2023 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Visibility

8297010
52,993 vehicles 76% reported repaired
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter VS30 and Freightliner Sprinter VS30 vehicles. The heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) blower motor circuit may be inadequate, which can allow the wiring harness to overheat. Risk A wiring harness that overheats increases the risk of a fire. Fix Owners are advised to only operate the HVAC front blower in manual (not automatic) mode whenever the engine is on. Do not use the maximum blower or lowest/highest temperature settings until the remedy is performed. Dealers will relocate and replace the fuse and wiring harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 26, 2023. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is 8297010.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 23V100000 reported Feb 17, 2023 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Power Train

22V2790611,2,3
124,305 vehicles 84% reported repaired
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles equipped with a manual parking brake and 7-speed automatic transmission. The guide bushing on the parking pawl may fatigue, which can cause the parking pawl not to engage and result in vehicle rollaway. Risk Vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash. Fix Dealers will update the software of the electronic stability, transmission control, direct select module, and electronic ignition switch control units, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 10, 2023. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's numbers for this recall are 22V2790611, 22V2790612, and 22V2790613.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDFChronology PDF
NHTSA campaign 22V796000 reported Oct 21, 2022 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Electrical System

VS2SIMKOM/VS3SIMKOM
19,937 vehicles 98% reported repaired
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Freightliner Sprinter, Mercedes-Benz Metris, and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. An error in the communication module's SIM card software can cause a mobile network connection failure, disabling the emergency call (eCall) system. Risk A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury. Fix The communication module software will be updated through an Over-the-Air (OTA) update, or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 13, 2022. Owners may contact DVUSA at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS2SIMKOM/VS3SIMKOM.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 22V360000 reported May 20, 2022 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Back Over Prevention

VS3KOMRUE
12,086 vehicles 88% reported repaired
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Freightliner Sprinter and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. The rearview camera may not display the rearview image due to a software error. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility." Risk An inoperable rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash. Fix Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 20, 2022. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3KOMRUE.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 22V281000 reported Apr 27, 2022 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Electrical System

VS3PA27 ERI/ERO
48,400 vehicles 65% reported repaired
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. A software error in the park lock system may allow the vehicle to move after the gear selector has been placed in the Park 'P' position without the parking brake applied. Risk Unintentional vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash. Fix Dealers will update the electronic stability program control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 11, 2022. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3PA27 ERI/ERO.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 21V972000 reported Dec 15, 2021 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Electrical System

VS3DREHSEL
4,078 vehicles 93% reported repaired
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling 2019-2021 Mercedes Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles equipped with swivel seats. The wiring harnesses for the front seats may have been routed incorrectly and could become jammed and damaged in the swivel seat frames. Risk Damage to the wiring harness can prevent the side air bag within the seat to deploy inadvertently or not deploy as designed, increasing the risk of injury. Fix Dealers will attach the mounting clip to the correct position, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 11, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3DREHSEL.
NHTSA campaign 21V410000 reported Jun 2, 2021 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Back Over Prevention

VS3UXPOBOX
33,437 vehicles 94% reported repaired
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The MBUX multimedia system software may cause the display to remain black, or reboot after startup. This could result in the rearview camera image not displaying properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility." Risk A backup camera that displays a blank image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Fix The multimedia system software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on July 23, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3UXPOBOX.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 21V411000 reported Jun 2, 2021 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Electronic Stability Control (Esc)

VS3HOLAPLI
168 vehicles 96% reported repaired
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles equipped with the camper upfit option. The Electronic Stability Control (ESP) software was not updated for vehicles with a higher center of gravity. Risk The ESP may not respond as intended during certain driving scenarios, increasing the risk of a crash. Fix Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 2, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3HOLAPLI.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 21V360000 reported May 17, 2021 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Steering

NV3LETULPX
4,444 vehicles 97% reported repaired
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mercedes Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The hydraulic power steering return line hoses may detach and cause hydraulic fluid to leak. Risk A hydraulic fluid leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash. Fix DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will install a screw-type clamp, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 28, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is NV3LETULPX.
NHTSA campaign 21V241000 reported Apr 6, 2021 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Electrical System

VS3DISPKI
1,285 vehicles 93% reported repaired
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mercedes Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The multifunctional display in the instrument cluster may not be adjustable and appear too bright in certain lighting conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Control and Displays." Risk A display that is too bright can hinder the driver's vision, increasing the risk of a crash. Fix DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 28, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3DISPKI.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 21V235000 reported Apr 5, 2021 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Equipment

VS3VINCHA
1 vehicles 100% reported repaired
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling one 2019 Mercedes Benz Sprinter vehicle. The VIN number listed on the vehicle's dash board, certification label, and body-in-white do not match. As such, this vehicle fails to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification." Risk The consumer may not receive information about open safety-recall campaigns, increasing the risk of injury, a crash, or fire. Fix DVUSA will notify the owner, and a dealer will replace the VIN listed on the vehicle's dash board and certification label, free of charge. The recall began May 11, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3VINCHA.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 21V237000 reported Apr 5, 2021 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VS3BREBOL
56,534 vehicles 90% reported repaired
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The retaining washer and bolt that connect the brake pedal to the bearing block, may come loose and detach. This could cause the brake lights to stay illuminated, even when the brake pedal is not pressed. Risk Malfunctioning brake lights can fail to alert other motorists of the driver's intention, increasing the risk of a crash. Fix DVUSA will notify owners and dealers will secure a bearing bracket to brake pedal by retrofitting an additional retaining ring (with PNR A 907 994 01 00) at the bearing bracket of brake pedal, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on May 3, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3BREBOL.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 21V152000 reported Mar 10, 2021 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Latches/Locks/Linkages

VS3SCHIEBT
56 vehicles 50% reported repaired
Problem 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. Fix 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.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 21V153000 reported Mar 10, 2021 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Back Over Prevention

VS3RUECON
198 vehicles 88% reported repaired
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mercedes Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles equipped with the multimedia system "Connect 5" and a rearview camera. The rearview image may not display within 2 seconds from the start of the backing event. In addition, the rearview image may be obscured or covered by the visual display of the Emergency Call (eCall) pop-up window if the eCall system is activated while the reverse gear is engaged. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility." Risk A delayed or obstructed rearview camera display can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Fix DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will perform a software update on the vehicles, free of charge. The recall began March 5, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3RUECON.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 21V077000 reported Feb 17, 2021 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Electrical System

VSXHERMPOS
84,345 vehicles 97% reported repaired
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Mercedes-Benz Metris and 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. The software design of the communication module may fail to communicate the correct vehicle location for the emergency call system (eCall) in the event of a crash. Risk Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash. Fix DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the software communication module for the automatic emergency call system, free of charge. The recall began on May 5, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VSXHERMPOS.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 21V055000 reported Feb 5, 2021 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VS3BREPB
9,094 vehicles 93% reported repaired
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles equipped with electric parking brakes. The rear brake calipers may leak brake fluid into the housing of the electric parking brake connected to the rear axle service brake system, allowing air to enter the hydraulic brake system. Risk Air in the brake system can result in extended brake pedal travel, increasing the risk of a crash. Fix DVUSA will replace the rear brake calipers, free of charge. Owners notification letters were mailed on January 4, 2022. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3BREPB.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 20V802000 reported Dec 21, 2020 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Structure

VS3SCHAUBE
1 vehicles 100% reported repaired
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling one 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 vehicle. The engine hood may not have been installed properly. Risk In the event of a crash, the hood could make contact with the windshield, entering the passenger compartment and increasing the risk of an injury. Fix DVUSA will notify the owner, and a dealer will replace the engine hood, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 18, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3SCHAUBE.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 20V772000 reported Dec 11, 2020 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Equipment

VS3PRIDIBA
9 vehicles 78% reported repaired
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes Benz Sprinter vehicles. These vehicles may have been delivered with a version of the printed and digital operator's manual that may be inaccurate and/or incomplete. Risk If the operator relies on the provided owner's manual, the information about vehicle functions and other safety relevant information may be inaccurate and/or incomplete, which could lead to improper operation of the vehicle and potentially increase the risk of a crash or injury. Fix DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the printed version of the operator's manual with the latest version and update the software of the digital version, free of charge. DVUSA distributed owners an interim notification on January 22, 2021. The recall began March 17, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3PRIDIBA.
NHTSA campaign 20V756000 reported Dec 8, 2020 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Steering

NV3LETULPE
47,667 vehicles 90% reported repaired
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Mercedes Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The hydraulic power steering return line hoses may detach at their connection points under certain operating conditions, causing hydraulic fluid to leak. Risk The sudden loss of power steering assist and hydraulic steering fluid leaking onto the roadway may increase the risk of a crash. Fix DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will check the return line connections of the power steering system, correcting it as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this campaign is NV3LETULPE.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 20V663000 reported Oct 28, 2020 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Fuel System, Gasoline

VS3SCHELLE
4,010 vehicles 87% reported repaired
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling 2019-2020 Mercedes Benz and Freightliner Sprinters. The fuel line clamps may loosen and result in a fuel leak. Risk A fuel leak can increase the risk of a fire. Fix DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will check the fuel hose clamp connections and tighten or replace the components as needed, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on November 9, 2020. The recall began January 19, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3SCHELLE.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 20V595000 reported Sep 29, 2020 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Fuel System, Gasoline

VS3KRASTUF
46 vehicles 59% reported repaired
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The affected Sprinter vehicles from platform 907 (VS30) might have an open port on the fuel delivery module (fuel pump). Risk An open port on the fuel pump module may result in fuel leaking onto the roadway, increasing the risk of a crash. Fix DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will check for the additional nozzle on the fuel pump and install a closure onto the nozzle as needed, free of charge. The recall began September 18, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is VS3KRASTUF.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 20V453000 reported Aug 4, 2020 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Suspension

VS3FAHRBA
4 vehicles 25% reported repaired
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes Benz Sprinter vehicles. The chassis may be missing the additional stabilization required for its cargo capacity. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems." Risk If the vehicle is operated without the additional stabilization, vehicle handling could be affected, increasing the risk of a crash. Fix DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will upgrade the chassis by replacing the stabilizer bar on the front axle and replacing shock absorbers and installing a stabilizer bar on the rear axle, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on September 18, 2020. The recall began October 1, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3FAHRBA.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 20V427000 reported Jul 27, 2020 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Suspension

VS3LEFSPRI
26 vehicles 85% reported repaired
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The incorrect leaf spring shims may have been installed between the rear axle and the leaf springs possibly affecting the vehicle's handling. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems." Risk The incorrect leaf spring shims may negatively affect vehicle handling, increasing the risk of a crash. Fix DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the leaf spring shims on both sides, renew the spring brackets, check the rubber buffers for wear, renewing them if necessary, and adjust the headlamps, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on September 18, 2020. The recall began October 1, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3LE
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 20V426000 reported Jul 27, 2020 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Electrical System

VS3DREHSIK
11,013 vehicles 96% reported repaired
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Spinter vans (platform 970 (VS30)), equipped with swivel seats. The wiring harnesses for the front seats may have been routed incorrectly and could become jammed and damaged in the swivel seat frames. Risk If the wiring harness is damaged, the side air bag within the seat may deploy inadvertently or not deploy as designed in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury to vehicle occupants. Fix DVUSA will notify owners, and an authorized Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealer will inspect the wire harness routing for both front seats and will repair the wiring and add clips or cable ties as needed, free of charge. The recall began August 24, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3DREHSIK.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 20V322000 reported Jun 3, 2020 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Equipment

VS3BAUTOP
52,127 vehicles 94% reported repaired
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Freightliner Sprinter and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. The Operator's Manual may not contain the correct information about how the automatic parking function ("Auto-P") operates. Risk If the driver relies on the Auto-P function as described in the Operator's Manual, vehicle rollaway or movement may occur, increasing the risk of a crash. Fix DVUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealers will provide the correct description of the Auto-P function for the Operator's Manual, free of charge. The recall began May 18, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3BAUTOP.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 20V180000 reported Mar 26, 2020 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Service Brakes, Air

VS3BRADVER
48,791 vehicles 94% reported repaired
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Freightliner Sprinter and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. The rear part of the fender liner on the front axle may contact and chafe the brake hose, possibly resulting in a loss of brake fluid. Risk Loss of brake fluid can extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Fix DVUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealers will inspect and replace the brake hoses, as necessary. Additionally, the fender liners will be modified. All services will be performed free of charge. The recall began May 8, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3BRADVER.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 20V181000 reported Mar 25, 2020 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Equipment

VS3BEGREPP
332 vehicles 95% reported repaired
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The spare tire label indicating the maximum speed may have not been affixed to the spare tire. Risk Without the label, an operator may be unaware of the maximum speed limit of the spare tire and operate the vehicle at a excessive speed, increasing the risk of tire failure and a crash. Fix DVUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealers will attach the speed limitation label on the spare wheel, free of charge. The recall began May 15, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3BEGREPP.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 20V156000 reported Mar 18, 2020 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Equipment

VS3BEGRESS
289 vehicles 92% reported repaired
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The spare tire label may indicate the maximum speed at 55 kilometers per hour (kph) rather than as 34 miles per hour (mph). Risk With only the metric speed listed on the spare tire label, the driver could misinterpret the kph as mph and operate the vehicle with the spare tire installed at higher speeds than the tire can withstand, increasing the risk of a crash. Fix DVUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealers will replace it with the label with the correct maximum speed information indicated in miles per hour, free of charge. The recall began May 15, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3BEGRESS.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 20V155000 reported Mar 18, 2020 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Tires

VS3LAUFRI
65 vehicles 98% reported repaired
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles equipped with winter tires. The tires may not have been correctly installed, possibly resulting in reduced traction in wet or snowy conditions. Risk A reduction in traction may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. Fix DVUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealers will inspect the running direction of the tires, correcting them as necessary. If the thread wear is uneven, the tires will be replaced. All services will be performed free of charge. The recall began May 15, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3LAUFRI.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 20V157000 reported Mar 18, 2020 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Steering

VS3VERKLE
25 vehicles 100% reported repaired
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The steering column casing cover may have not been installed, allowing the steering column area to be exposed. Risk If small vehicle components, such as nuts and screws, enter the steering column area, the steering operation can be affected, increasing the risk of a crash. Fix DVUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealers will replace the steering column with one that has a cover, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 10, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3VERKLE.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 20V110000 reported Feb 25, 2020 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Steering

VS3SCHLENK
8,595 vehicles 95% reported repaired
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The screws that secure the intermediate bearing of the steering spindle may not have been properly tightened, potentially causing the screws to loosen and detach. Risk If the screws detach, the driver may have difficulty steering the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Fix DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace and properly tighten the steering spindle intermediate bearing screws, free of charge. The recall began April 13, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3SCHLENK.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 20V109000 reported Feb 25, 2020 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Engine And Engine Cooling

VS3AGROHR
4,424 vehicles 97% reported repaired
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The connecting screws on the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) pipe may not have been correctly tightened. Risk If the connecting screws are not properly tightened, hot exhaust gases may leak from the EGR pipe, increasing the risk of a fire. Fix DVUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealers will renew the screw connection and the flange seals on the exhaust gas recirculation pipe, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on April 6, 2020. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3AGROHR.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 20V078000 reported Feb 12, 2020 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Engine And Engine Cooling

VS3FLABIND
4,385 vehicles 93% reported repaired
Problem 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. 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.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 20V079000 reported Feb 12, 2020 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Equipment

VS3ZUSCHI
183 vehicles 48% reported repaired built Aug 30, 2018 – Apr 5, 2019
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The lashing rails on the side walls may not have been properly installed, possibly resulting in the lashing rails detaching. Risk If the lashing rails disconnect, the cargo could become unsecured, increasing the risk of a crash. Fix DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will correctly affix the lashing rails to the side walls, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on February 7, 2020. The recall began April 15, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3ZUSCHI.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 19V908000 reported Dec 19, 2019 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Fuel System, Diesel

VS3KRAFMOD
4,987 vehicles 89% reported repaired built Aug 30, 2018 – Jul 30, 2019
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles equipped with diesel fuel systems. The bayonet lock between the fuel pump and the fuel tank may not have been closed and locked during manufacturing. As a result, a leak between the fuel pump and the fuel tank could occur. In addition, a gas station fuel pump may not automatically stop once the tank fill level is reached, potentially causing the fuel to overflow. Risk A diesel fuel leak can create slippery road conditions, increasing the risk of a crash. Fix DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the bayonet lock on the fuel pump, locking it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 3, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3KRAFMOD.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 19V798000 reported Nov 7, 2019 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Seats

VS3SITZVER
3 vehicles 100% reported repaired built Oct 21, 2018 – Nov 21, 2018
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner vehicles. A seam on the height adjuster for the front seats may have been insufficiently welded. Risk In the event of a crash, the weld seam may break and cause the seat cushion to shift forward, increasing the risk of injury. Fix DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tilt adjuster for the front seats, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on December 19, 2019. The recall began March 9, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3SITZVER.
NHTSA campaign 19V800000 reported Nov 6, 2019 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Structure

VS3KEIL
153 vehicles 88% reported repaired built Dec 10, 2018 – Jan 31, 2019
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the abutting wedge, a component attached to the door jamb to make opening the door easier after a severe frontal impact, may have been installed incorrectly. Risk If a vehicle that has an incorrectly installed abutting wedge is involved in a severe frontal accident, a greater force may be necessary to open the doors, increasing the risk of injury. Fix DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the installation of the abutting wedge on the driver and front passenger side, correcting it, as necessary, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on November 22, 2019. The recall began February 10, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3KEIL.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 19V716000 reported Oct 8, 2019 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Air Bags

VS3AIRIGEL
1,232 vehicles 84% reported repaired built Aug 31, 2018 – Jul 11, 2019
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The airbag systems may not have been activated after vehicle production. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection." Risk An inactive airbag system can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash. Fix DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to determine if the airbag systems have been activated, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on November 22, 2019. The recall began February 10, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3AIRIGEL.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 19V695000 reported Oct 2, 2019 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Unknown Or Other

VSX566ZP25
19 vehicles 42% reported repaired built Apr 12, 2018 – Sep 20, 2019
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Sprinter and Metris vehicles. The vehicles left the reassembly plant without the final quality inspection of safety-relevant parts or bolt connections, resulting in possible unknown safety risks. Risk Failure to identify loose safety related parts can increase the risk of crash and injury. Fix DVUSA will notify owners, and vehicles will be returned to the reassembly plant for comprehensive inspection and, if necessary, corrective action, free of charge. The recall began November 15, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VSX566ZP25.
Filed with NHTSADefect report PDF
NHTSA campaign 19V693000 reported Oct 2, 2019 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Latches/Locks/Linkages

VS3HAUBOSS
5,626 vehicles 83% reported repaired built Dec 17, 2017 – Jun 12, 2019
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The screw connection on the upper hood catch may have been improperly tightened. As a result, factors such as the vehicle's speed, wind resistance and road conditions may cause the hood to open while the vehicle is being driven. Risk A hood that opens while driving can reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Fix DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the screw connection, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3HAUBOSS.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 19V665000 reported Sep 18, 2019 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Exterior Lighting

VS3HELI
8,243 vehicles 93% reported repaired built Feb 8, 2019 – Jun 19, 2019
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter 1500, 2500, 3500, and 4500 vehicles. If the manual turn-switch that activates the vehicle lights is turned quickly from one lighting position to another, the brightness of the taillights can be significantly reduced or could switch off completely. Risk Reduced taillight visibility increases the risk of a crash. Fix MBUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealers will update the body control unit software, free of charge. The recall began September 30, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is VS3HELI.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 19V591000 reported Aug 12, 2019 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Visibility

VS3VERGLAS
1,079 vehicles 73% reported repaired
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter 1500, 2500, 3500 and 4500 vehicles. The rear side windows may be single-pane safety glass instead of laminated safety glass. Risk In the event of a side impact crash or vehicle rollover, the fitted side windows may not adequately protect the rear occupants from being ejected, increasing their risk of injury. Fix DVUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner dealers will replace the single-pane safety glass with laminated safety glass., free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on August 16, 2019. The recall began January 21, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3VERGLAS.
NHTSA campaign 19V507000 reported Jul 2, 2019 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Exterior Lighting

VS3FERNLI
1,517 vehicles 71% reported repaired built Sep 27, 2018 – Feb 14, 2019
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (Platform 907) vehicles equipped with high-beam assist. A software error in the control unit may prevent the driver from being able to switch off the high beams when intended. Risk Being unable to turn off the high beams may result in oncoming traffic being blinded by the vehicle's lights, increasing the risk of crash. Fix DVUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealers will update the control unit software, free of charge. The recall began June 14, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3FERNLI.
NHTSA campaign 19V309000 reported Apr 18, 2019 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Exterior Lighting

VS3LEDSENS
590 vehicles 66% reported repaired built Aug 1, 2018 – Jan 29, 2019
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Freightliner Sprinter and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles equipped with LED high performance headlights. The sensor for the headlamp range adjustment may not have been mounted or calibrated, possibly causing unexpected changes in the headlamp lighting angle. Risk Unexpected changes in the headlamp lighting angle may affect the drivers visibility, increasing the risk of crash. Fix DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and retrofit the sensor and correctly calibrate the rotation angle sensor, free of charge. The recall began June 11, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3LEDSENS.
NHTSA campaign 19V284000 reported Apr 9, 2019 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Unknown Or Other

VSX566ZP25
7 vehicles 100% reported repaired
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Metris vehicles. The affected vehicles left the reassembly plant without the final quality inspection of safety-relevant parts or bolt connections, resulting in possible unknown safety risks. Risk Failure to identify loose safety related parts can increase the risk of crash and injury. Fix DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will complete the final quality inspection, free of charge. The recall began May 17, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VSX566ZP25.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 19V222000 reported Mar 20, 2019 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Exterior Lighting

1,197 vehicles 85% reported repaired built Aug 1, 2018 – Jan 4, 2019
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter VS30 vehicles equipped with LED rear fog lights. The lights may not illuminate, despite the rear fog light switch being turned on. Risk The lack of functioning rear fog lamps prevents the enhanced visibility of the vehicle to other drivers on the road, increasing the risk of crash. Fix DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the software settings of the control unit body controller, free of charge. The recall began April 18, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 19V121000 reported Feb 22, 2019 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Steering

2019010006
Do not drive 4,358 vehicles 97% reported repaired built Aug 1, 2018 – Jan 22, 2019
Problem Daimler Vans USA, LLC (Daimler Vans) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter VS30 vehicles. The steering shaft that connects to the steering gear may disconnect without warning. Risk The steering shaft disconnecting from the steering gear can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing risk of a crash. Fix Daimler Vans will notify owners, advising them to stop driving the vehicle immediately. Dealers will inspect the bolts connecting the steering shaft to the steering gear, fully tightening and/or adjusting them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 15, 2019. Owners may contact Daimler Van's customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Daimler Van's number for this recall is 2019010006.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDF
NHTSA campaign 19V070000 reported Jan 31, 2019 Daimler Vans USA, LLC the full filing, and every vehicle covered →

These are vehicle campaigns — the ones the automaker filed against this model. NHTSA also records equipment recalls, filed by a parts maker against a component (a tyre, a child seat, an aftermarket part), and those are not listed here or counted above. nhtsa.gov/recalls shows both for a VIN.

NHTSA defect investigations

Power Train:Automatic Transmission — Vehicle Rolls Away While in Park closed

The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) opened this PE after receiving 11 Vehicle Owner Questionnaires (VOQs) alleging that Model Year (MY) 2019 Mercedes-Benz (MB) Sprinter vans, configured for use as Amazon delivery vehicles or ambulances, roll away shortly after being shifted to park using the Auto-P function. A rollaway vehicle with no operator behind the steering wheel could potentially strike pedestrians, moving or parked vehicles or buildings, resulting in injury, fatality and/or property damage. Analysis of data provided by MB in response to the ODI Information Request (IR) letter showed a high failure rate. Following dis

Opened Aug 2, 2021 · closed May 27, 2022 · action PE21019 · the investigation’s page →

Whether any of this applies to one specific Sprinter

A campaign covers a build range, not a model year, so two identical-looking cars from 2019 can differ. Both of these check a VIN against the manufacturer’s own list, free, in about ten seconds. Mercedes-Benz publishes its own lookup because federal rule 49 CFR 573.15 requires it to, and to keep it current to within seven days.

NHTSA VIN check →Mercedes-Benz’s own VIN lookup →

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Owner complaints

Source: NHTSA complaint database
115complaints filed

14 involved a crash · 7 a fire · 5 injuries · 0 deaths reported

34 per 10,000 built · Mercedes-Benz reported 33,347 Sprinter built (its Early Warning production report to NHTSA)

Filed per year: 2019: 4 · 2020: 23 · 2021: 38 · 2022: 14 · 2023: 11 · 2024: 15 · 2025: 7 · 2026: 3

Most-cited components

Power Train 24
Electrical System 19
Steering 19
Service Brakes 16
Unspecified 16
Engine 12

In owners' own words

Filed with NHTSA by the people who own these cars, one per problem area. Quoted as written, with anything identifying removed.

At high altitudes (it's happened over 5000ft and not under that) while in 4x4 mode, the car occasionally just simply does not respond to throttle input while in drive. This is usually from a start while shifting from park or reverse into drive, but there is zero power which has now been dangerous a few times for us while on inclines or…
Power Train Jan 4, 2025 NHTSA owner report · ODI 11634134
The active distance assist inoperative appears when using the cruise control. This comes on when no traffic in front of the vehicle for 1 hour or less. Also Active Brake Assist functions limited - see operators Manual To reset: follow another vehicle for 5 minutes. This is Very Very Very frustrating and UNSAFE.
Electrical System Nov 10, 2024 NHTSA owner report · ODI 11624407
I was driving and the vehicle began to smoke through the air conditioning vent and within 30 seconds flames of fire entered the vehicle and the vehicle was completely burned. I never received any recall regarding that malfunction and never saw any signal that this would happen. I almost caught in fire due to the imminent flames.
Structure May 19, 2025 NHTSA owner report · ODI 11661916
At approximately 104 miles into a recent trip in our RV, while traveling at highway speed under cruise control, we noticed a strange odor. Almost at the same moment we immediately lost engine and braking power. The check engine light came on.
Service Brakes Dec 23, 2023 NHTSA owner report · ODI 11561668
This safety incident report applies to all 2019+ Sprinter 1500/2500/3500 with the 4X4 drivetrain (hydraulic power steering system), it does not apply to 2WD models with electronic power steering racks.
Steering at 9,500 miles Sep 14, 2020 NHTSA owner report · ODI 11355040
The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V796000 (POWER TRAIN), and the vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where the vehicle was repaired under recall, and the contact was informed that the knock sensor was faulty and needed to be replaced.
Engine at 98,000 miles Jul 24, 2025 NHTSA owner report · ODI 11675885

Complaint counts are raw owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects, and scale with how many were sold. Use them to spot patterns, not to rank.

Reported by Mercedes-Benz itself: 7 death-or-injury claims on this model year in its quarterly Early Warning reports to NHTSA (49 CFR 579.21): 1 killed, 7 injured, as claimed, not verified — about 21 per 100,000 built. Every Sprinter model year, by year and system → Dated and by system, they are exhibit F of the defect dossier.

When owners reported it

Reported at 14k

miles, typically

Half the 59 owner reports with an odometer reading on file fall between 4,000 and 24,000 miles. That is when problems get reported, which is not the same as when they start — and not a failure rate, because nobody knows how many of these cars never had a problem at all.

under 10k 25
10k–20k 10
20k–30k 12
30k–40k 2
40k–50k 5
50k–60k 2
60k–70k 0
70k–80k 0
80k–90k 1
90k–100k 2
100k–150k 0
150k + 0

Median mileage by component

ComponentReportsMedian milesVs same age
Steering155,0000.34×
Power Train1424,0000.89×

Vs same age is this model year’s median for the system divided by the median of every 2019-model-year complaint about the same system, all makes: under 1× means owners of this car reported it at lower mileage. Here, owners reported earlier than same-age vehicles: steering (0.34×). Which systems go early across the whole fleet: the component study.

Odometer readings as filed by owners with NHTSA. Readings under 100 or over 400,000 miles are dropped as data entry rather than history, and a component needs at least 12 readings before a median is shown for it.

Crash ratings

Source: NHTSA NCAP

NHTSA has not published 5-Star crash ratings for this model year.

Service bulletins & campaigns

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications
Communicationsfiled with NHTSA 791
Most recentmanufacturer date 2026-09-29
Kindsas classified by NHTSA 769 service bulletins, 6 emissionss, 6 service campaigns

Most often about: Electrical System, Equipment, Engine, Power Train, Structure.

  • LI54_71_N_080985_1 Service bulletin
    2026-09-29 · Service Brakes
  • Brakes may lock up when reversing at slow speeds Complaint When reversing slowly, the vehicle erroneously triggers an emergency braking event, causing the brakes to lock up. Engine may not start following a key cycle. Cause The vehicle triggers a maneuvering or emergency braking event while reversing. The customer must then immediately park the vehicle (ignition Switched OFF) The hydraulic pressur
  • LI27_20_N_080998_1 Service bulletin
    2026-09-25 · Power Train
  • Sprinter 907 with 725.0 (NAG3 Classic) Transmission ‑ Shudder during acceleration Complaint Shudder may be felt in the following situations: • accelerating from stop or up hill • during upshifts Cause Under Investigation, possible torque converter clutch operation
  • LI82_85_N_080972_1 Service bulletin
    2026-09-19 · Unknown Or Other
  • Unavailability of MB Apps Complaint A popup is seen on the HU with the message "data connection temporarily not available". Cause MB Apps is officially sundowned for all vehicles with NTG5 Head Unit Variant. Remedy No support available for NTG5 Head Unit Variants for MB App related topics.
  • LI28_00-N-079097_1_en Service bulletin
    2026-08-26 · Power Train
  • Complaint While driving through muddy / sandy/ off road terrain "4Matic Currently Unavailable" message on the dash Cause This vehicle is not equipped with a fixed force distribution AWD, rather force is only applied to the front axle according to ESP calculations. As per GF28.00‑D‑ 9900A: "vehicles with 4MATIC all‑wheel system and variable force distribution, an electronically regulated multiplate
  • LI33_30-N-080795 Service bulletin
    2026-07-17 · Power Train
  • Model 907 with all-wheel drive (A4M) – All-wheel drive inoperative Complaint The customer may report one or more of the following: • All-wheel drive is unavailable or inoperative. • Rear wheel slip during acceleration on low-traction surfaces. • Noise from the front axle area while driving. • Message in the instrument cluster indicating all-wheel drive is unavailable due to overheating. • Fault co
  • LI54_30-N-080701 Service bulletin
    2026-07-01 · Unknown Or Other
  • ASSYST PLUS service reminder appears earlier than expected due to vehicle operating conditions Complaint The ASSYST PLUS service reminder appears earlier than expected. The customer or dealer may report that the vehicle did not reach the starting maintenance interval shown in vehicle documentation, option coding, sales literature, or the Owner's Manual. The service reminder may appear significa
  • LI47_00-N-069565 Service bulletin
    2026-06-16 · Fuel/Propulsion System
  • Fuel Level Unchanged After Refueling Complaint The customer reports that the fuel gauge shows inaccurate readings or remains unchanged after refueling. Cause A. The Fuel Supply Control Unit (FSCU) fails to detect a refueling event B. The Fuel Level Sensor provides incorrect readings due to mechanical interference or installation issues
  • LI14.20-N-073867 Service bulletin
    2026-06-15 · Power Train
  • Complaint Complaint A: The engine is jolting/bucking between 1700 and 1900 rpm. Complaint B: One or more mechanical related fault codes for EGR Valve stored in CDI control unit, with possible Check Engine Light. Review list of mechanical fault codes in table below. NOTE: If one or more electrical related fault codes for EGR Valve are also present in CDI, utilize Complaint C. Review list of elect

A service bulletin is the manufacturer telling its dealers how to diagnose or repair a known condition. It is not a recall, not a finding that the vehicle is defective, and the work is not automatically free — though a bulletin is often what a dealer works from when you describe a symptom, so quoting the document number can save a diagnosis. The count is every communication filed; the list shows the most recent, one entry per campaign, because a single campaign is usually filed as several documents on the same day. The summaries are NHTSA's; the full documents come from the manufacturer.

At the New York inspection station

Source: New York State DMV

In New York’s inspection lanes over the 12 months to Oct 10, 2026, the 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter failed the emissions check on 1.7% of first inspections — lower than the 2.7% for every 2019 model-year vehicle inspected; and the safety inspection on 1.1% (every 2019 vehicle: 1.7%).

New York inspections 1.7%

failed emissions

643 initial inspections of 622 vehicles.

MeasureThe 2019 SprinterEvery 2019 vehicleBehind it
Failed the emissions check1.7%2.7%239
Failed the safety inspection1.1%1.7%643
Air-bag warning lamp stayed lit0.62%0.20%643
Miles driven a year11,0859,904odometer at inspection
Average odometer80,53572,084odometer at inspection

New York’s emissions test on these model years is an on-board diagnostics check: it fails a car whose check-engine light is on or whose self-tests have not finished. First inspections only, so a car that failed and came back is counted once; private and special plates, not taxis, livery or commercial plates. A rate appears only where at least 200 inspections stand behind it. “Every 2019 vehicle” is every 2019 model-year car, SUV and pickup inspected in the same window, all makes. This is the state’s record of test results, not a reliability score by itself. Source: New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, Vehicle Inspections (data.ny.gov, Open NY terms).

Sprinter by model year

all years, side by side →
Year Safety Recalls Complaints
2026 A 0 0 2025 A 1 4 2024 C 4 16 2023 F 7 38 2022 D 7 49 2021 F 18 62 2020 F 25 103 2019 this page F 51 115 Do not drive2018 F 10 25 2017 F 9 41 2016 F 16 92

Common questions about the 2019 Sprinter

Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kits

Does the 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter have any recalls?

NHTSA has posted 51 recall campaigns for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, 4 of them rated critical. The most serious on file is 23V100000, covering Visibility. 12 of them were filed with no repair available at the time — NHTSA's file records what the manufacturer had in hand on the filing date, not what exists today. There is an active do not drive advisory — act on it before driving. Check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls; a recall applies to specific build ranges, not every car.

How safe is the 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter?

NHTSA has not published a crash-test rating for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter yet. On the recall record WhichTrim grades it F (24/100), which measures open and severe recalls rather than crash protection.

What are the dimensions of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter?

Transport Canada measured it at 233.5–290.2 in long, 79.5 in wide (body, without mirrors), 96.5–117.7 in tall, on a 144.1–170.1 in wheelbase. Curb weight: 4,696–6,173 lb depending on configuration. Those are its measurements of the North American versions; every figure is in the table above.

What do owners complain about on the 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter?

Owners have filed 115 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, most often about power train, electrical system, steering. Of those, 14 involved a crash, 7 a fire, 5 reported injuries. Complaints are unverified owner reports, so treat the pattern as a signal and the individual report as an anecdote.

Are there service bulletins for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter?

The manufacturer has filed 791 service bulletins and related communications with NHTSA for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, most often covering electrical system, equipment, engine. The most recent is dated 2026-09-29. A bulletin is not a recall: it is the repair procedure a manufacturer sends its dealers for a condition it knows about, and the work is not automatically paid for. It is still worth knowing — if the symptom matches, quoting the bulletin number at the service desk can save a diagnosis. The document numbers and summaries are listed above.

How does the 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter do at state inspection?

In New York’s inspection lanes over the 12 months to Oct 10, 2026, the 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter failed the emissions check on 1.7% of first inspections — lower than the 2.7% for every 2019 model-year vehicle inspected; and the safety inspection on 1.1% (every 2019 vehicle: 1.7%). The figures are New York State DMV’s own inspection records, first inspections only, and the table above sets each one against every vehicle of the same model year.

What we hold, and what an empty row means

Paid vehicle-history reports will not tell you the difference between “nothing happened to this car” and “we never received that record” — both of the big two say as much in their own help pages. Most of what is on this page comes from complete federal registers, so we can tell you which is which, row by row.

DataHeldSourceWhat it covers — or what empty means
Fuel economy & configurationsnoneEPA certification recordsThe EPA does not certify vehicles rated over 8,500 lb GVWR, so heavy-duty nameplates have no entry at all.
Emission certificatesnoneEPA emission certificatesThe EPA published no certificate we could match to a configuration on this page.
Recalls51NHTSA recall campaignsA complete federal register: every campaign covering this model year, with severity and advisory flags.
Owner complaints115NHTSA complaint databaseAlso complete, but unverified: these are reports owners filed, not findings. Counts scale with how many were sold.
Crash ratingsnoneNHTSA NCAPNHTSA has not tested this model year. Cars are selected for testing, so untested is not unsafe.
Service bulletins791NHTSA manufacturer communicationsEverything the manufacturer told its dealers about a defect or malfunction, short of a recall.
Investigations1NHTSA Office of Defects InvestigationOpen and closed defect investigations, with the agency's own narrative.
Driver-assist crash reportsnoneNHTSA Standing General Order 2021-01No report has been filed. Only entities named in the order report, and only crashes they hear of — so this is also what an unequipped car, or a manufacturer without telematics, looks like.
Specifications filed with NHTSA9 fieldsNHTSA vPIC, decoded from VIN patternsWhat the manufacturer filed under the federal VIN rule — a configuration, not the full trim ladder.
Measured dimensions7 fieldsTransport Canada, Canadian Vehicle SpecificationsLength, width, height, wheelbase, track and curb weight, measured on the North American versions.
Trims, pricing & equipmentnoneManufacturer press kitWe have not transcribed a press kit for this model year yet. This is our gap, not the manufacturer's — the one row here where an empty cell means we are behind.

Rebuilt nightly; this page was generated 2026-10-26. Every figure above is traceable to the source named beside it, and the JSON for this page carries the same values with their identifiers.

Where to go next

pages beside this one
Other years The 2026 Sprinter The Sprinter model year with the cleanest record on file — grade A, 0 recalls.Recalls Every Mercedes-Benz recall on file All campaigns filed against Mercedes-Benz vehicles, newest first, with the manufacturer's own number.Recall Watch Watch this Sprinter by VIN Give it the VIN and you hear the night a campaign is filed — from $29 a month for a lot, free for ten.

Sources & method

Safety Signal starts every model-year at 100 and subtracts points per open NHTSA recall campaign by severity: critical 15 (fire risk, park-outside or do-not-drive advisories), high 8 (brakes, steering, airbags, loss of drive power, structure, battery), moderate 6, minor 3 (software, labels, lighting fixed by an update). The most serious recall counts in full and each further one counts 85% of the one before, because a vehicle sold in millions is recalled more often than a rare one without being more dangerous — and because a flat subtraction bottomed the scale out, scoring a vehicle with 22 recalls within a point of one with six. A ≥ 90, B ≥ 80, C ≥ 70, D ≥ 60, otherwise F. Read it as what it counts: recall campaigns on the federal record, weighted by severity. The damping reduces the sales bias by roughly 40% but does not remove it: like our complaint counts, this is not normalized by how many were sold, so a best-seller still scores somewhat worse than an obscure model with the same real risk. NHTSA crash ratings, do-not-drive and park-outside advisories, and the crash, fire, injury and death counts in owner complaints are reported separately on every page and never blended into the letter — a vehicle can hold five stars and a poor letter at once, and where that happens we say so rather than leave you to notice. Because the scale subtracts from a clean sheet, a model year too new to have been recalled, complained about or bulletined scores full marks on an empty record; we label those grades provisional rather than present them as earned.

EPA figures come from fueleconomy.gov vehicle records. Recalls, complaints, investigations and crash ratings come from NHTSA's public flat files, refreshed nightly.

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