Front: stabilizer barRecall 20V-427 · 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (VS30)
Daimler Vans USA, LLC recall 20V-427 covers 4 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (VS30) for a front: stabilizer bar problem, reported to NHTSA on July 27, 2020. The manufacturer's latest report (2022 Q3) shows 25% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 20V427000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes Benz Sprinter vehicles. The chassis may be missing the additional stabilization required for its cargo capacity. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
The risk
If the vehicle is operated without the additional stabilization, vehicle handling could be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will upgrade the chassis by replacing the stabilizer bar on the front axle and replacing shock absorbers and installing a stabilizer bar on the rear axle, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on September 18, 2020. The recall began October 1, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3FAHRBA.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
25%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.