Recall 22V-281: 2019–2021 Freightliner Sprinter 1500, 2019–2021 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 6 more

Daimler Vans USA, LLC recall for back over prevention, reported to NHTSA on Apr 27, 2022, covering about 12,086 vehicles.

NHTSA number
22V-281
Report date
Apr 27, 2022
Vehicles affected
12,086
Owners notified
Jul 20, 2022

The problem

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Freightliner Sprinter and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. The rearview camera may not display the rearview image due to a software error. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

The risk

An inoperable rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 20, 2022. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3KOMRUE.

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
ComponentBack Over Prevention › Display Function
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number22V281000

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 22V-281?

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Freightliner Sprinter and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. The rearview camera may not display the rearview image due to a software error. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

How is recall 22V-281 fixed?

Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 20, 2022. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3KOMRUE.

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.