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NHTSARecalled Jul 27, 2020 · #20V427000

Chassis Missing Additional Stabilization/FMVSS 126

Hazard

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Description

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes Benz Sprinter vehicles. The chassis may be missing the additional stabilization required for its cargo capacity. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems." If the vehicle is operated without the additional stabilization, vehicle handling could be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
  • Chassis Missing Additional Stabilization/FMVSS 126
  • 2019 Mercedes Benz Sprinter
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Daimler Vans USA, LLC
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will upgrade the chassis by replacing the stabilizer bar on the front axle and replacing shock absorbers and installing a stabilizer bar on the rear axle, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on September 18, 2020. The recall began October 1, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3FAHRBA.

View the official CPSC notice