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2024 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 1500 Recall: SUSPENSION

Vehicle Identity

Vehicle
2024 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 1500
Component
SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:U-BOLT, LEAF SPRING TO AXLE
Automotive steering column assembly — representative photo for NHTSA steering/suspension recall
An automotive steering column assembly (representative file photo of the affected component). Specific vehicle: see recall details below. Photo: Hundehalter / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0).

Affected Vehicles

2024 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 1500

Recall Summary

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. The spring U-bolts for the rear axle may have reduced strength due to improper heat-treatment, which can cause the rear axle to shift out of position.

Consequence

An axle that moves out of position can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the spring U-bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 23, 2024. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3FEDERB.

411 Press Analysis

Owners of 2024 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 1500 vehicles should be aware of a recall reported to NHTSA on July 9, 2024. The recall involves suspension:rear:springs:leaf spring assembly:u-bolt, leaf spring to axle. An axle that moves out of position can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. Daimler Vans USA, LLC is providing repairs at no cost to owners. Contact an authorized dealer to schedule service. Check NHTSA.gov/recalls with your vehicle identification number for confirmation.

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