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Campaign 20V-181

Rear part of the fender liner on the front axle may contact and chafe the brake hose, possibly resulting in a loss of brake fluid

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Defect summary

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Freightliner Sprinter and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. The rear part of the fender liner on the front axle may contact and chafe the brake hose, possibly resulting in a loss of brake fluid.

Consequence

Loss of brake fluid can extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

DVUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealers will inspect and replace the brake hoses, as necessary. Additionally, the fender liners will be modified. All services will be performed free of charge. The recall began May 8, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3BRADVER.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file, campaign 20V181000. Text as published by NHTSA.
Vehicles covered

9 product lines are covered

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA about brakes on these vehicles: 17, of which 8 involved a crash, fire, injury or death. Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Vehicles covered by campaign 20V-181
MakeModelModel yearsComplaints on this component
FreightlinerSprinter 150020190
FreightlinerSprinter 250020191
FreightlinerSprinter 350020190
FreightlinerSprinter 450020190
Mercedes-BenzSprinter (VS30)20191
Mercedes-BenzSprinter 150020190
Mercedes-BenzSprinter 250020199
Mercedes-BenzSprinter 350020196
Mercedes-BenzSprinter 450020190
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls and complaints files. Equipment, tire and child-seat campaigns list products, not vehicles.