NHTSA recall 08V109000
Structure
Dodge Sprinter 2500 and 1 more
Reported Mar 11, 2008727 vehicles affectedSPRINTER ENGINEERING & COMPLIANCE SUPPORMaker’s number H09Built Aug 25, 2006 – Jan 14, 2008
The defect
Chrysler/sprinter IS recalling 727 my 2007-2008 dodge and freightliner sprinter 2500 passenger vans equipped with 144 inch wheelbase and standard roof height. these vans fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 201U, 'occupant protection in interior impact.' some vans may not have had certain head impact protection pads installed at the c-pillar.
The risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, personal injury to occupants may occur.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect the vehicles and, if the head impact protection pads are missing, the appropriate pads will be installed. the recall began on april 9, 2008. owners may contact sprinter at 1-800-853-1403.