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NHTSA Recall 20V802000

Filed by Daimler Vans USA, LLC. Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic. Reported 2020-12-21. An estimated 9,094 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.

Defect

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles equipped with electric parking brakes. The rear brake calipers may leak brake fluid into the housing of the electric parking brake connected to the rear axle service brake system, allowing air to enter the hydraulic brake system.

Risk

Air in the brake system can result in extended brake pedal travel, increasing the risk of a crash.

What the manufacturer will do

DVUSA will replace the rear brake calipers, free of charge. Owners notification letters were mailed on January 4, 2022. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3BREPB.

Manufacturer campaign number: VS3BREPB

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

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Vehicles covered by this recall