Airbag system may be deactivated
Defect Summary
Daimler vans usa, llc (dvusa) is recalling certain 2018-2019 mercedes-benz and freightliner sprinter vehicles. the airbag systems may not have been activated after vehicle production. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 208, "occupant crash protection."
Safety Consequence
An inactive airbag system can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dvusa will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to determine if the airbag systems have been activated, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. dvusa issued owners an interim notification on november 22, 2019. the recall began february 10, 2020. owners may contact dvusa customer service at 1-877-762-8267. dvusa's number for this recall is vs3airigel.
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FAQ: Recall 19V695000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 19V695000?
NHTSA recall 19V695000 was issued by Daimler Vans Usa, Llc on October 2, 2019. It addresses: Airbag system may be deactivated. The recall affects approximately 1,232 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 19V695000 or the manufacturer campaign number VS3AIRIGEL. 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.