Recall 19V-695: 2018–2019 Freightliner Sprinter 1500, 2018–2019 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 6 more
Daimler Vans USA, LLC recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on Oct 2, 2019, covering about 1,232 vehicles.
The problem
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The airbag systems may not have been activated after vehicle production. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
The risk
An inactive airbag system can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
The fix
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to determine if the airbag systems have been activated, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on November 22, 2019. The recall began February 10, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3AIRIGEL.
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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Daimler Vans USA, LLC |
|---|---|
| Component | Air Bags › Air Bag/Restraint Control Module |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 19V695000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Freightliner Sprinter 1500 | 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Freightliner Sprinter 2500 | 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Freightliner Sprinter 3500 | 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Freightliner Sprinter 4500 | 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 | 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 | 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 | 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 4500 | 2018, 2019 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V-695?
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The airbag systems may not have been activated after vehicle production. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
How is recall 19V-695 fixed?
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to determine if the airbag systems have been activated, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on November 22, 2019. The recall began February 10, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3AIRIGEL.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.