NHTSA recall 18V288000
Structure › Body
Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3 more
Reported May 3, 2018153 vehicles affectedDaimler Vans USA, LLCBuilt Sep 11, 2017 – Oct 11, 2017
The defect
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2017 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. These vehicles may be missing spot welds on the front side wall, connecting the door portal to the hinge reinforcements in the A-pillar area, possibly affecting vehicle strength in a crash.
The risk
If the missing welds affect body strength, there may be an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
The remedy
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and add any missing spot welds, free of charge. The recall began on July 2, 2018. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.