Daimler Vans Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #17V094000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V094000 by Daimler Vans Usa, Llc. Affecting 2015 mercedes-benz sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles Includes 2 affected units, Driveshaft Catch Strap Not Installed, component: POWER TRAIN, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2015 mercedes-benz sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles

Defect Summary

Daimler vans usa, llc (dvusa) is recalling certain 2015 mercedes-benz sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. the affected vehicles were manufactured without a driveshaft catch strap, allowing a loose driveshaft to strike the fuel tank. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 301, "fuel system integrity."

Corrective Action

Dvusa will notify owners, and dealers will install a driveshaft catch strap, free of charge. the recall began on april 27, 2017. owners may contact dvusa customer service at 1-877-762-8267.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17V094000

Manufacturer: Daimler Vans Usa, Llc

Report Received Date: 2017-02-10T00:00:00

Subject: Driveshaft catch strap not installed

Component: Power Train

Potentially Affected Units: 2

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Daimler vans usa, llc (dvusa) is recalling certain 2015 mercedes-benz sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. the affected vehicles were manufactured without a driveshaft catch strap, allowing a loose driveshaft to strike the fuel tank. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 301, "fuel system integrity."

Consequence Summary: A loose driveshaft may strike and puncture the gas tank, resulting in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action: Dvusa will notify owners, and dealers will install a driveshaft catch strap, free of charge. the recall began on april 27, 2017. owners may contact dvusa customer service at 1-877-762-8267.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 0

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NHTSA ID: 17V094000

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