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NHTSARecalled Dec 1, 2014 · #14V764000

Oil may Leak from Chain Tensioner Gasket

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC - DBA Sprinter (Mercedes) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Sprinter 2500, and Sprinter 3500 vehicles manufactured February 28, 2014, to November 21, 2014. In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from around the chain tensioner gasket area. Leaking oil may drip onto a hot engine surface, increasing the risk of a fire. Additionally, the leaking oil may be a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
Oil may Leak from Chain Tensioner Gasket
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC - DBA Sprinter
Model numbers
2015 Sprinter
UPCs

What you should do

Mercedes will notify owners, and dealers will replace the chain tensioner gasket, free of charge. The recall began on December 19, 2014. Owners may contact Mercedes customer service at 1-877-762-8267. Mercedes' number for this recall is 2014120003.

View the official CPSC notice