NHTSA Recall 16V093000
NHTSA Campaign Id 16V093000; Date: Feb. 18, 2016
The vehicle may be overloaded if loaded to the incorrect weight shown on the label, possibly resulting in axle or tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2015 Freightliner Sprinter 2500; 2016 Freightliner Sprinter 2500; 2015 Freightliner Sprinter 3500; 2016 Freightliner Sprinter 3500; 2015 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500; 2016 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500; 2015 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500; 2016 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500
Component: Equipment:other:labels
Manufactured by: Daimler Vans Usa, Llc
Affected Units:: 2,278
Recall Summary:
Daimler vans USA, LLC (dvusa) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 mercedes-benz and freightliner sprinter 2500 and 3500 vans manufactured April 29, 2015, to December 15, 2015. The affected vehicles have a tire pressure label that incorrectly states a higher maximum load capacity than the vehicle is designed for.
How to Fix:
Dvusa will notify owners, and mercedes-benz and freightliner dealers will replace the incorrect tire pressure label, free of charge. The recall began March 2016. Owners may contact dvusa customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
Recall 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.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 12, 2016
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