Daimler Vans USA (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500/3500 vehicles. The affected vehicles were manufactured without a driveshaft catch strap, allowing a loose driveshaft to strike the fuel tank.
Daimler Vans USA – Driveshaft Catch Strap Not Installed
| Report Received Date | 09/22/2017 |
| NHTSA ID | 17V592000 |
| Consequence Summary | A loose driveshaft may strike and puncture the gas tank, resulting in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire. |
| Corrective Action | DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will install the missing catch strap for the driveshaft, free of charge. Daimler issued an interim notification to owners on November 17, 2017. The recall began on December 21, 2017. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. |
| Recall Code | NR (Not Reported) |
| Potentially Affected | 109 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=17V592000) |
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