Safety Recall NHTSA · 20V181000 Reported March 25, 2020

Fender liner may damage brake line

Daimler Vans Usa, Llc · Service Brakes, Air · 48,791 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
20V181000
Manufacturer Campaign
VS3BRADVER
Component
Service Brakes, Air
Vehicles Affected
48,791
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
March 25, 2020
Completion Rate
93.79

Defect Summary

Daimler vans usa, llc (dvusa) is recalling certain 2019 freightliner sprinter and mercedes-benz sprinter vehicles. the rear part of the fender liner on the front axle may contact and chafe the brake hose, possibly resulting in a loss of brake fluid.

Safety Consequence

Loss of brake fluid can extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dvusa will notify owners, and mercedes-benz or freightliner sprinter dealers will inspect and replace the brake hoses, as necessary. additionally, the fender liners will be modified. all services will be performed free of charge. the recall began may 8, 2020. owners may contact dvusa customer service at 1-877-762-8267. dvusa's number for this recall is vs3bradver.

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 20V181000 or campaign VS3BRADVER.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 20V181000

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

What is recall 20V181000?

NHTSA recall 20V181000 was issued by Daimler Vans Usa, Llc on March 25, 2020. It addresses: Fender liner may damage brake line. The recall affects approximately 48,791 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Air component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Daimler Vans Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V181000 or the manufacturer campaign number VS3BRADVER. 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.