Defect Description For Recall
Sprinter Is Recalling 10 My 2001-2006 Dodge And Freightliner 2500 And 3500 Vehicles. The Welding Seam Between The Bracket And Steering Column Of Affected Spare Parts Does Not Meet Design Specifications. The Result Of An Out Of Specification Welding Seam Is That The Steering Column May Detach From Its Interior Vehicle Mounting Bracket.
Make Of Vehicle
DODGE
Model Of Vehicle
SPRINTER 3500
Year
2005
Recall Campaign Number
08V339000
Component Description
Steering:Column
Effect Of Defect
The Operator May Lose Steering Ability Of The Vehicle Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect And Replace The Steering Columns Free Of Charge. The Recall Is Expected To Begin On Or Before February 16, 2009. Owners May Contact Sprinter At 843-695-5057.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Sprinter Engineering & Compliance Suppor
Start Of Manufacture
20071101
End Of Manufacture
20071130
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
10
Date Owners Notified
20090216
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Daimlerchrysler Manufacturing Intl
Date Report Received
20080724
Make Campaign Number
H25