Daimler Vans USA (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles and Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The bracket for the center support bearing of the drive shaft may not have been properly welded.
Daimler Vans USA – Bracket Not Welded Correctly
| Report Received Date | 03/07/2017 |
| NHTSA ID | 17V149000 |
| Consequence Summary | If the event of a crash, the bracket may detach and the drive shaft may damage the fuel system, increasing the risk of a fire. |
| Corrective Action | DVUSA will notify owners and dealers will install three additional rivets to secure the bracket, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on May 5, 2017. The recall began on July 7, 2017. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. |
| Recall Code | NR (Not Reported) |
| Potentially Affected | 892 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=17V149000) |
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