Recall 18V113000: 2016–2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 and 1 other model

Report received

Feb 15, 2018

Manufacturer

Daimler Vans USA, LLC

Potentially affected

17vehicles

Model years

2016–2017

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and Sprinter 3500 vehicles, equipped with folding seats (sales code S20). The unloaded vehicle weight (UVW) label on these incomplete vehicles may be incorrect.

Possible consequence

The incorrect UVW label can result in final stage manufacturers exceeding the maximum vehicle weight once the vehicle is completed. A vehicle that exceeds its maximum weight has an increased risk of a crash.

Remedy

DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the UVW label and inspect the vehicle to make sure that it is not overloaded, free of charge. The recall began on April 3, 2018. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 250028 complaints
• 2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 250013 complaints
• 2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 350062 complaints
• 2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 350028 complaints