NHTSA recall 19V908000
Equipment
Freightliner Sprinter 1500 and 8 more
Reported Dec 19, 2019183 vehicles affectedDaimler Vans USA, LLCMaker’s number VS3ZUSCHIBuilt Aug 30, 2018 – Apr 5, 2019
The defect
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.
The risk
If the lashing rails disconnect, the cargo could become unsecured, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
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.