Defect Description For Recall
Daimler Vans Usa, Llc (Dvusa) Is Recalling Certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz And Freightliner Sprinter Vehicles Equipped With Diesel Fuel Systems. The Bayonet Lock Between The Fuel Pump And The Fuel Tank May Not Have Been Closed And Locked During Manufacturing. As A Result, A Leak Between The Fuel Pump And The Fuel Tank Could Occur. In Addition, A Gas Station Fuel Pump May Not Automatically Stop Once The Tank Fill Level Is Reached, Potentially Causing The Fuel To Overflow.
Make Of Vehicle
FREIGHTLINER
Model Of Vehicle
SPRINTER 1500
Year
2019
Recall Campaign Number
19V798000
Component Description
Fuel System, Diesel
Effect Of Defect
A Diesel Fuel Leak Can Create Slippery Road Conditions, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
DvUSA Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Inspect The Bayonet Lock On The Fuel Pump, Locking It As Necessary, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began January 3, 2020. Owners May Contact DvUSA Customer Service At 1-877-762-8267. Dvusa’S Number For This Recall Is Vs3Krafmod.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Daimler Vans Usa, Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20180830
End Of Manufacture
20190730
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
4987
Date Owners Notified
20200103
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Daimler Vans Usa, Llc
Date Report Received
20191107
Make Campaign Number
VS3KRAFMOD