Recall
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 — 19V591000
NHTSA ID
19V591000
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter 3500
Years Affected
2019
Recall Date
2019-08-12
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS:SWITCH
Units Affected
8,243
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
VS3HELI
Summary
Daimler Vans USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter 1500, 2500, 3500, and 4500 vehicles. If the manual turn-switch that activates the vehicle lights is turned quickly from one lighting position to another, the brightness of the taillights can be significantly reduced or could switch off completely.
Consequence
Reduced taillight visibility increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealers will update the body control unit software, free of charge. The recall began September 30, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is VS3HELI.