| NHTSA Recall # | 156813 |
| NHTSA Compaign # | 19V665000 |
| MFG Compaign # | VS3HAUBOSS |
| Manufacturer | Daimler Vans USA, LLC |
| Supplier | MERCEDES-BENZ |
| Brand | MERCEDES-BENZ |
| Model | SPRINTER 1500 |
| Model Year | 2019 |
| Component | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH |
| Date of notification | 01/11/19 |
| Begin date of manufacuring | 17/12/17 |
| End date of manufacturing | 12/06/19 |
| Type of recall | V |
| Recall initiator | MFR |
| Report received | 18/09/19 |
| Report created | 19/09/19 |
| Regulation part number | |
| FMV safety standard number | |
| Estimated number of affected units | 5626 |
| Defect summary | Daimler vans usa, llc (dvusa) is recalling certain 2018-2019 mercedes-benz and freightliner sprinter vehicles. The screw connection on the upper hood catch may have been improperly tightened. As a result, factors such as the vehicle's speed, wind resistance and road conditions may cause the hood to open while the vehicle is being driven. |
| Consequence summary | A hood that opens while driving can reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action | Dvusa will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the screw connection, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began november 1, 2019. Owners may contact dvusa customer service at 1-877-762-8267. Dvusa's number for this recall is vs3hauboss. |
| 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). |