| NHTSA Recall # | 132829 |
| NHTSA Compaign # | 19V070000 |
| MFG Compaign # | 2019010006 |
| Manufacturer | Daimler Vans USA, LLC |
| Supplier | MERCEDES-BENZ |
| Brand | MERCEDES-BENZ |
| Model | SPRINTER (VS30) |
| Model Year | 2019 |
| Component | STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT SECTOR |
| Date of notification | 15/02/19 |
| Begin date of manufacuring | 01/08/18 |
| End date of manufacturing | 22/01/19 |
| Type of recall | V |
| Recall initiator | MFR |
| Report received | 31/01/19 |
| Report created | 08/02/19 |
| Regulation part number | |
| FMV safety standard number | |
| Estimated number of affected units | 4358 |
| Defect summary | Daimler vans usa, llc (daimler vans) is recalling certain 2019 mercedes-benz sprinter vs30 vehicles. The steering shaft that connects to the steering gear may disconnect without warning. |
| Consequence summary | The steering shaft disconnecting from the steering gear can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action | Daimler vans will notify owners, advising them to stop driving the vehicle immediately. Dealers will inspect the bolts connecting the steering shaft to the steering gear, fully tightening and/or adjusting them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began february 15, 2019. Owners may contact daimler van's customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Daimler van's number for this recall is 2019010006. |
| 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). |