Daimler Vans USA. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter 1500, 2500, 3500, and 4500 vehicles. If the manual turn-switch that activates the vehicle lights is turned quickly from one lighting position to another, the brightness of the taillights can be significantly reduced or could switch off completely.
Daimler Vans USA – Taillights May Dim or Switch Off
| Report Received Date | 08/12/2019 |
| NHTSA ID | 19V591000 |
| Consequence Summary | Reduced taillight visibility increases the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | MBUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealers will update the body control unit software, free of charge. The recall began September 30, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is VS3HELI. |
| Recall Code | VS3HELI |
| Potentially Affected | 8243 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V591000) |
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