Recall
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 — 17V094000
NHTSA ID
17V094000
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter 3500
Years Affected
2015
Recall Date
2017-02-10
Component
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Units Affected
2
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
Summary
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2015 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The affected vehicles were manufactured without a driveshaft catch strap, allowing a loose driveshaft to strike the fuel tank. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."
Consequence
A loose driveshaft may strike and puncture the gas tank, resulting in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will install a driveshaft catch strap, free of charge. The recall began on April 27, 2017. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.