NHTSASUSPENSION
Daimler Vans USA, LLC - Improperly Heat-Treated Rear Axle Spring U-Bolts
Published: July 9, 2024Recall ID: 24V517000Category: vehiclesCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
An axle that moves out of position can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Product Description & Identification
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. The spring U-bolts for the rear axle may have reduced strength due to improper heat-treatment, which can cause the rear axle to shift out of position.
Affected Products
Improperly Heat-Treated Rear Axle Spring U-Bolts
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | Improperly Heat-Treated Rear Axle Spring U-Bolts |
| Nhtsa id | 24V517000 |
| Component | SUSPENSION |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24V517000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | Daimler Vans USA, LLC |
| Defect summary | Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. The spring U-bolts for the rear axle may have reduced strength due to improper heat-treatment, which can cause the rear axle to shift out of position. |
| Completion rate | 77.25 |
| Corrective action | Dealers will replace the spring U-bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 23, 2024. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3FEDERB. |
| Consequence summary | An axle that moves out of position can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Mfr campaign number | VS3FEDERB |
| Potentially affected | 1232 |
| Report received date | 2024-07-09T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | No |