24V517Vehicle 16 documents
Improperly Heat-Treated Rear Axle Spring U-Bolts
Safety Recall
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Vans USA, LLC
- Units affected
- 1,232
- Recall opened
- Jul 9, 2024
- Owner notification
- Aug 23, 2024
- Manufacturer campaign
- VS3FEDERB
- Type
- Vehicle
Affected vehicles (4)
- MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 15002023–2024
- MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 25002023–2024
- MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 35002023–2024
- MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 45002023–2024
Component / system
SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:U-BOLT, LEAF SPRING TO AXLE
Defect
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. The spring U-bolts for the rear axle may have reduced strength due to improper heat-treatment, which can cause the rear axle to shift out of position.
Risk / consequence
An axle that moves out of position can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the spring U-bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 23, 2024. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3FEDERB.
Chronology of events
See attached document
Notification schedule
- Dealer notification
- JUL 15, 2024 - JUL 15, 2024
- Owner notification
- SEP 06, 2024 - SEP 06, 2024
Documents (16)
Source: NHTSA campaign 24V517000. Always confirm recall status and remedy availability with the manufacturer or a dealer using your VIN.