Passenger frontal air bag inflator may rupture
Defect Summary
Daimler vans usa, llc (dvusa) is recalling certain 2010-2011 freightliner and mercedes benz sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. these vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled into the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. in the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Safety Consequence
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Corrective Action
Dvusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger side air bag, free of charge. the began on january 12, 2018. Owners may contact dvusa customer service at 1-877-762-8267. note: this recall partially supersedes recall 16v-379.
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FAQ: Recall 17V479000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V479000?
NHTSA recall 17V479000 was issued by Daimler Vans Usa, Llc on July 28, 2017. It addresses: Passenger frontal air bag inflator may rupture. The recall affects approximately 20,665 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Daimler Vans Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17V479000 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.