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Daimler Vans USA, LLC: 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Recalled for Wiring Short Circuit Risk

Agency Publication Date: March 1, 2024
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Summary

Daimler Vans USA is recalling approximately 828 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles from the 2023 model year. The main wiring harness in these vans may have been incorrectly routed, causing it to rub against the drive shaft and short circuit. This defect can lead to a sudden loss of drive power, power steering, and braking control, as well as an increased risk of fire.

Risk

A short circuit in the main wiring harness can spark a fire or cause the vehicle to lose critical systems like power steering and brakes while driving, significantly increasing the risk of a crash.

What You Should Do

  1. Identify if you own a 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicle affected by this recall.
  2. Contact an authorized Daimler Vans USA (DVUSA) dealer to schedule a free inspection and correction of the main wiring harness routing.
  3. If you have questions, contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267 and reference recall number VS3BEFHAU.
  4. For additional information, contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ”งFree Repair

Inspection and correction of wiring harness routing.

How to: Take the vehicle to an authorized dealer to have the main wiring harness inspected and correctly routed at no charge.

Affected Products

Product: 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Recall ID: 24V166000
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Daimler Vans USA, LLC
Sold By: Authorized Daimler Vans USA Dealers
Units Affected: 828 vehicles(828% estimated defective)
Park Vehicle: No
Park Outside: No
OTA Update: No
Product Type: Vehicle (V)
Recall Classification: Safety Defect
Owner Notification Date: April 5, 2024
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.nhtsa.gov.
Distributed To: Nationwide
Manufacturer Recall #: VS3BEFHAU
Agency Last Updated: May 3, 2024

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: NHTSA Notice ยท Raw API Response