| Issue ID | 1298691 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10884676 |
| Manufacurer | Daimler Vans USA, LLC |
| Brand | MERCEDES BENZ |
| Model | SPRINTER 3500 |
| Model Year | 2015 |
| File date | 13/07/16 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Unable to read speedometer and tachometer when the sun is shinning. Both have black background with very narrow white needles. The dash lights will not get bright enough to light up the area. I have purchased a battery powered light to light up the dash when sun is bright. It think this is a safty hazard. Dealer says it is normal. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 10000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | GRAND BLANC, MI |
| VIN pattern | WDAPF4DC9F9XXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 40 |
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