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September 29, 2020 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V595000
A fuel leak can increase the risk of a fire.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V595
Manufacturer Daimler Vans USA, LLC
Components FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Potential Number of Units Affected 4,010
Summary
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling 2019-2020 Mercedes Benz and Freightliner Sprinters. The fuel line clamps may loosen and result in a fuel leak.
Remedy
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will check the fuel hose clamp connections and tighten or replace the components as needed, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on November 9, 2020. The recall began January 19, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA’s number for this recall is VS3SCHELLE.
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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TO: Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Dealer Principals, General Managers, Sales Managers, Service Managers, Parts Managers | FROM: Anthony Washington, Department Manager, Regulations and Certifications |
RE: Initial Recall Campaign Notification Model 907 (Sprinter) Model Years 2019-2020 Inspect Fuel Hose and Clamps |
DATE: January, 2021 |
IMPORTANT RECALL CAMPAIGN INFORMATION
Please see the attached documents related to the campaign listed above
Campaign | Campaign Code | Inspect Fuel Hose and Clamps | |
2020120005 | VS3SCHELLE | ||
This is to notify you of the upcoming Recall Campaign concerning the inspection of fuel hose clamp on approximately 4,010 MY19-20 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter vans. The recall campaign will be visible on the www.safercar.gov website and may generate questions from customers. All affected VINs will be flagged as “OPEN” in VMI. | |||
Background | |||
Issue | Mercedes-Benz AG (“MBAG”), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner vans, has determined that on certain Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles from platform 907 (VS30) with the M274 gasoline engine, the clamps ensuring the connection of the fuel hose to the nozzles of the rigid fuel line and the Schrader valve may not have been properly installed. If the connections are loose or loosen over time, fuel could potentially leak. In a worst case scenario, the fuel hose could completely detach at its connections. In the event of fuel leaking from the loose connection(s), fuel may leak onto the cold side of the engine and either evaporate or leak onto the road surface. | ||
What We’re Doing | An authorized Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealer will check the fuel hose and its clamp connections and tighten or replace the components as needed. | ||
Parts | Parts are Available | ||
Vehicles Affected | |||
Vehicle Model Year(s) | Model Year 2019-2020 | ||
Vehicle Model | Sprinter, VS30 / Platform 907 | ||
Vehicle Populations | |||
Total Recall | 4,010 | ||
Dealer Inventory | 65 | ||
Given this notice, it is a violation of Federal Law for a dealer to sell or lease any new Sprinter vehicles in dealer inventory covered by this notification until the vehicle has been repaired.
Loaner and demonstrator vehicles may continue to be driven, but must not be retailed until repaired. Additionally, given this notice, it is a violation of Federal Law for rental companies to rent new Sprinter vehicles covered by this notification until the vehicle has been repaired. |
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Next Steps/Notes | |||
Customer Notification Timeline | An owner notification letter will be mailed in Mid-January | ||
AOMS/SOMS | AOMs – This recall may generate questions from your dealers. Please forward this notice to your dealers ASAP. | ||
Rental Fleet Partners | This recall may affect vehicles in your fleet. Please contact your respective MBUSA/DVUSA fleet representative for further information and next steps. For repairs, please contact your preferred MBUSA/DVUSA dealer. | ||
While we regret any inconvenience this may cause, we are determined to maintain a high level of vehicle quality and customer satisfaction. |
SEOCONTENT-START
IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL #2020120005
This notice applies to your vehicle, VIN: 123456
Inspect Fuel Hose and Clamps
NHTSA Recall #20V595
December, 2020
20V595
123456
Dear Freightliner Sprinter Owner,
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act.
Mercedes-Benz AG (“MBAG”), the manufacturer of Freightliner Sprinter vans, has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle
safety exists in certain Model Year 2019 Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. Our records indicate that your vehicle is included in the affected
population of vehicles.
On certain Sprinter vehicles, the clamps that connect the fuel hose to the fuel line nozzles may not have
been properly secured. If the connections are loose or if they loosen over time, fuel could potentially leak.
In a worst-case scenario, the fuel hose could completely detach at its connections. Should fuel leak from
the loose connection(s), it is possible that fuel could leak onto the cold side of the engine and either
evaporate or leak onto the road surface, which could pose a safety hazard to roadway users.
An authorized Freightliner dealer will check the fuel hose and its clamp connections and tighten or replace
the components as needed. This service will be provided free of charge. While the minimum repair
time is approximately 45 minutes, your dealer can provide you with a better estimate of the overall time
for this service visit. As a matter of normal service process, an authorized Freightliner dealer will also
check for other repair measures which might be applicable to your vehicle and this may increase the
required working time. You will not be charged for other service or repairs unless so requested.
Schedule an appointment immediately at your preferred authorized Freightliner Sprinter Dealer. See
www.freightlinersprinterusa.com/freightliner/owners-resources/recall for the Dealer Locator. Please mention you are
scheduling an appointment to inspect fuel hose and clamps under Recall Campaign # 2020120005. You may be asked for your
17-digit Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) which for your convenience is located above your name at the top of this letter.
We encourage you to sign up for recall alerts at www.nhtsa.gov/alerts. In the event that you are no longer the vehicle owner, or have
had a change of address, please complete the reverse side and return the updated information in the enclosed envelope.
If this is a leased vehicle and the lessor and registered owner receive this notice, please forward this information by first class mail to
the lessee within 10 business days to comply with Federal Regulations.
Should you have any questions difficulty regarding this Recall Campaign, please contact an authorized Freightliner Sprinter dealer. If for
any reason a dealer is unable to remedy your situation, we are always happy to hear from you. Please contact us at 1-877-762-8267.
If an authorized Freightliner dealer for any reason is unable to remedy the situation without charge, or within a reasonable amount of
time, pursuant to law 49 U.S.C. Chapter 301, you may submit a complaint to the Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E., Washington, D.C. 20590 or call the toll-free Auto Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY
1-800-424-9153); or go to https://www.safercar.gov.
We apologize for any inconvenience this situation may cause you, but your safety is of utmost concern to Freightliner.
Sincerely,
• A remedy is available for your vehicle.
• Schedule an appointment with your authorized
Mercedes-Benz dealer as soon as possible.
• This repair will be provided free of charge.
What will your
DEALER DO?
What is the
CONCERN?
Daimler Vans USA, LLC
A Mercedes-Benz AG Company
Robert Veit
Managing Director
Vans USA
Daimler Vans USA, LLC
One Mercedes-Benz Drive
Sandy Springs, GA 30328
Phone (770) 705-0600
IMPORTANT
If for any reason YOU NO LONGER OWN THIS VEHICLE OR have a CHANGE OF ADDRESS, please COMPLETE THE SECTION
BELOW, place in the ENCLOSED ENVELOPE, and DROP IN ANY MAIL BOX. If possible, provide the name and address of the
present owner so that we may contact them.
! EXPORTED
! LEASE, VEHICLE RETURNED
! SCRAPPED
! SOLD
! STOLEN
! OTHER
! NEW OWNER INFORMATION ! MY NEW NAME OR ADDRESS IS:
Last Name, First Name
Street Apt
City State ZIP
Email Address
Phone (numbers only) Mobile (numbers only)
———————————————– ———————————————————————————-
Date Signature
VIN: 123456SEOCONTENT-END
16 Affected Products
Vehicles
MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
FREIGHTLINER | SPRINTER 1500 | 2019-2020 |
FREIGHTLINER | SPRINTER 2500 | 2019-2020 |
FREIGHTLINER | SPRINTER 3500 | 2019-2020 |
FREIGHTLINER | SPRINTER 4500 | 2019-2020 |
MERCEDES-BENZ | SPRINTER 1500 | 2019-2020 |
MERCEDES-BENZ | SPRINTER 2500 | 2019-2020 |
MERCEDES-BENZ | SPRINTER 3500 | 2019-2020 |
MERCEDES-BENZ | SPRINTER 4500 | 2019-2020 |
9 Associated Documents
Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)
RCMN-20V595-6240.pdf 699.726KB
Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2021-2
RCLQRT-20V595-3528.PDF 211.236KB
Defect Notice 573 Report
RCLRPT-20V595-9727.PDF 215.652KB
Recall Acknowledgement
RCAK-20V595-1924.pdf 244.631KB
Recall 573 Report- Amendment 1
RCLRPT-20V595-6610.PDF 215.653KB
Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2021-1
RCLQRT-20V595-4170.PDF 211.14KB
ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
RCONL-20V595-9309.pdf 103.121KB
ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
RCONL-20V595-4294.pdf 194.644KB
Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2021-3
RCLQRT-20V595-8652.PDF 211.321KB
Latest Recalls Documents
For the Latest and Most Recent Recalls Information Visit the link below…
https://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/acms/cs/documentList.xhtml?docId=20V595&docType=RCL
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