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NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V149
Manufacturer Daimler Vans USA, LLC
Components POWER TRAIN
Potential Number of Units Affected 1,248
If the event of a crash, the bracket may detach and the drive shaft may damage the fuel system, increasing the risk of a fire.
Summary
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles and Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles.
The bracket for the center support bearing of the drive shaft may not have been properly welded.
Remedy
DVUSA will notify owners and dealers will install three additional rivets to secure the bracket, free of charge.
The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule.
Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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