NHTSA recall 17V742000
Tires › Temporary/emergency spare tire
Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3 more
Reported Nov 21, 2017773 vehicles affectedDaimler Vans USA, LLCBuilt Jul 11, 2017 – Aug 9, 2017
The defect
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2017 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vans. The spare tire holder under the vehicle may not be properly secured.
The risk
If the spare tire holder is not properly secured, the spare tire may separate from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
DVUSA will notify owners and dealers will lift the spare tire holder completely and tighten the securing screws as necessary, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact DVUSA custom service at 1-854-888-3214.