| NHTSA Recall # | 151783 |
| NHTSA Compaign # | 20V157000 |
| MFG Compaign # | VS3LAUFRI |
| Manufacturer | Daimler Vans USA, LLC |
| Supplier | MERCEDES-BENZ |
| Brand | MERCEDES-BENZ |
| Model | SPRINTER 3500 |
| Model Year | 2019 |
| Component | TIRES |
| Date of notification | 15/05/20 |
| Begin date of manufacuring | 07/08/26 |
| End date of manufacturing | 07/08/26 |
| Type of recall | V |
| Recall initiator | MFR |
| Report received | 18/03/20 |
| Report created | 19/03/20 |
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| Estimated number of affected units | 65 |
| Defect summary | Daimler vans usa, llc (dvusa) is recalling certain 2019 mercedes-benz sprinter and freightliner sprinter vehicles equipped with winter tires. The tires may not have been correctly installed, possibly resulting in reduced traction in wet or snowy conditions. |
| Consequence summary | A reduction in traction may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action | Dvusa will notify owners, and mercedes-benz or freightliner sprinter dealers will inspect the running direction of the tires, correcting them as necessary. If the thread wear is uneven, the tires will be replaced. All services will be performed free of charge. The recall began may 15, 2020. Owners may contact dvusa customer service at 1-877-762-8267. Dvusa's number for this recall is vs3laufri. |
| 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). |