Recall 21V-410: 2019–2021 Freightliner Sprinter 1500, 2019–2021 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 6 more

Daimler Vans USA, LLC recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on Jun 2, 2021, covering about 4,078 vehicles.

NHTSA number
21V-410
Report date
Jun 2, 2021
Vehicles affected
4,078
Owners notified
Aug 11, 2021

The problem

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling 2019-2021 Mercedes Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles equipped with swivel seats. The wiring harnesses for the front seats may have been routed incorrectly and could become jammed and damaged in the swivel seat frames.

The risk

Damage to the wiring harness can prevent the side air bag within the seat to deploy inadvertently or not deploy as designed, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

Dealers will attach the mounting clip to the correct position, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 11, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3DREHSEL.

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.

Recall details

ManufacturerDaimler Vans USA, LLC
ComponentAir Bags › Passenger Side Frontal › Cushion
Electrical System
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number21V410000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Freightliner Sprinter 15002019, 2020, 2021All years
Freightliner Sprinter 25002019, 2020, 2021All years
Freightliner Sprinter 35002019, 2020, 2021All years
Freightliner Sprinter 45002019, 2020, 2021All years
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 15002019, 2020, 2021All years
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 25002019, 2020, 2021All years
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 35002019, 2020, 2021All years
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 45002019, 2020, 2021All 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-410?

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling 2019-2021 Mercedes Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles equipped with swivel seats. The wiring harnesses for the front seats may have been routed incorrectly and could become jammed and damaged in the swivel seat frames.

How is recall 21V-410 fixed?

Dealers will attach the mounting clip to the correct position, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 11, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3DREHSEL.

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.