Defect Description For Recall
Daimler Vans Usa, Llc (Dvusa) Is Recalling Certain 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz And Freightliner Sprinter Vehicles. The Screw ConneCTIon On The Upper Hood Catch May Have Been Improperly Tightened. As A Result, Factors Such As The Vehicle’S Speed, Wind Resistance And Road Conditions May Cause The Hood To Open While The Vehicle Is Being Driven.
Make Of Vehicle
FREIGHTLINER
Model Of Vehicle
SPRINTER 4500
Year
2019
Recall Campaign Number
19V665000
Component Description
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch
Effect Of Defect
A Hood That Opens While Driving Can Reduce The Driver’S Visibility, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
DvUSA Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Inspect The Screw ConneCTIon, Tightening It As Necessary, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began November 1, 2019. Owners May Contact DvUSA Customer Service At 1-877-762-8267. Dvusa’S Number For This Recall Is Vs3Hauboss.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Daimler Vans Usa, Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20171217
End Of Manufacture
20190612
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
5626
Date Owners Notified
20191101
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Daimler Vans Usa, Llc
Date Report Received
20190918
Make Campaign Number
VS3HAUBOSS