NHTSA recall 21V241000
Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections
Freightliner Sprinter 1500 and 9 more
Reported Apr 6, 20214,444 vehicles affectedDaimler Vans USA, LLCMaker’s number NV3LETULPX
The defect
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.
The risk
A hydraulic fluid leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
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.