NHTSA Recall 17V092000
NHTSA Campaign Id 17V092000; Date: Feb. 10, 2017
Without the protective plate and the foam ring installed, impacts may damage the tank resulting in a fuel leak that can increase the risk of a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2015 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 2500; 2015 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500
Component: Diesel Fuel System
Manufactured by: Daimler Vans Usa, Llc
Affected Units:: 2
Recall Summary:
Daimler vans USA, LLC (dvusa) is recalling certain 2015 mercedes-benz sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. These vehicles were manufactured without a protective plate on the front of the gas tank and a foam ring at the filler neck. As such, these vehicles may not comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 301, "fuel system integrity. "
How to Fix:
Dvusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began on June 6, 2017. 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: Jun 6, 2017
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