Recall 21V-152: 2019–2020 Freightliner Sprinter 1500, 2019–2020 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 6 more

Daimler Vans USA, LLC recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Mar 10, 2021, covering about 56,534 vehicles.

NHTSA number
21V-152
Report date
Mar 10, 2021
Vehicles affected
56,534
Owners notified
Jun 4, 2021

The problem

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The retaining washer and bolt that connect the brake pedal to the bearing block, may come loose and detach. This could cause the brake lights to stay illuminated, even when the brake pedal is not pressed.

The risk

Malfunctioning brake lights can fail to alert other motorists of the driver's intention, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

DVUSA will notify owners and dealers will secure a bearing bracket to brake pedal by retrofitting an additional retaining ring (with PNR A 907 994 01 00) at the bearing bracket of brake pedal, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on May 3, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3BREBOL.

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

ManufacturerDaimler Vans USA, LLC
ComponentService Brakes, Hydraulic › Pedals and Linkages
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number21V152000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Freightliner Sprinter 15002019, 2020All years
Freightliner Sprinter 25002019, 2020All years
Freightliner Sprinter 35002019, 2020All years
Freightliner Sprinter 45002019, 2020All years
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 15002019, 2020All years
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 25002019, 2020All years
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 35002019, 2020All years
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 45002019, 2020All 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 21V-152?

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The retaining washer and bolt that connect the brake pedal to the bearing block, may come loose and detach. This could cause the brake lights to stay illuminated, even when the brake pedal is not pressed.

How is recall 21V-152 fixed?

DVUSA will notify owners and dealers will secure a bearing bracket to brake pedal by retrofitting an additional retaining ring (with PNR A 907 994 01 00) at the bearing bracket of brake pedal, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on May 3, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3BREBOL.

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.