Safety Recall NHTSA · 17V093000 Reported February 10, 2017

Air bag control unit may be damaged in a crash

Daimler Vans Usa, Llc · N/A · 15,338 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
17V093000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
15,338
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
February 10, 2017
Completion Rate
69.68

Defect Summary

Daimler vans usa, llc (dvusa) is recalling certain 2013-2016 mercedes-benz sprinter 2500 and 3500 and freightliner sprinter 2500 and 3500 vans. these vehicles were manufactured without a reinforcement plate and protective bracket on the air bag control unit. as a result, the air bag control unit may not remain functional after the initial impact, possibly preventing additional air bags from deploying in response to a secondary impact.

Safety Consequence

If additional air bags do not deploy as intended, the occupants are at an increased risk of injury.

Corrective Action

Dvusa will notify owners, and dealers will install a reinforcement plate and protective bracket around the air bag control unit, free of charge. the recall began on may 26, 2017. owners may contact dvusa customer service at 1-877-762-8267.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Daimler Vans Usa, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 17V093000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 17V093000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 17V093000?

NHTSA recall 17V093000 was issued by Daimler Vans Usa, Llc on February 10, 2017. It addresses: Air bag control unit may be damaged in a crash. The recall affects approximately 15,338 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Daimler Vans Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17V093000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.