Safety Recall NHTSA · 20V109000 Reported February 25, 2020

Loose connection at steering spindle

Daimler Vans Usa, Llc · N/A · 8,595 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
20V109000
Manufacturer Campaign
VS3SCHLENK
Manufacturer
Daimler Vans Usa, Llc
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
8,595
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
February 25, 2020
Completion Rate
95.42

Defect Summary

Daimler vans usa, llc (dvusa) is recalling certain 2019 mercedes-benz sprinter and freightliner sprinter vehicles. the screws that secure the intermediate bearing of the steering spindle may not have been properly tightened, potentially causing the screws to loosen and detach.

Safety Consequence

If the screws detach, the driver may have difficulty steering the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dvusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace and properly tighten the steering spindle intermediate bearing screws, free of charge. the recall began april 13, 2020. owners may contact dvusa customer service at 1-877-762-8267. dvusa's number for this recall is vs3schlenk.

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 20V109000 or campaign VS3SCHLENK.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 20V109000

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

What is recall 20V109000?

NHTSA recall 20V109000 was issued by Daimler Vans Usa, Llc on February 25, 2020. It addresses: Loose connection at steering spindle. The recall affects approximately 8,595 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 20V109000 or the manufacturer campaign number VS3SCHLENK. 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.