Recall
Freightliner Sprinter 2500 — 17V742000
NHTSA ID
17V742000
Make
Freightliner
Model
Sprinter 2500
Years Affected
2017
Recall Date
2017-11-21
Component
TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE
Units Affected
773
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
Summary
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2017 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vans. The spare tire holder under the vehicle may not be properly secured.
Consequence
If the spare tire holder is not properly secured, the spare tire may separate from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DVUSA will notify owners and dealers will lift the spare tire holder completely and tighten the securing screws as necessary, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact DVUSA custom service at 1-854-888-3214.