NHTSA Recall 21V360000
Filed by Daimler Vans USA, LLC. Component: Electronic Stability Control (esc). Reported 2021-05-17. An estimated 168 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles equipped with the camper upfit option. The Electronic Stability Control (ESP) software was not updated for vehicles with a higher center of gravity.
Risk
The ESP may not respond as intended during certain driving scenarios, increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 2, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3HOLAPLI.
Manufacturer campaign number: VS3HOLAPLI
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.