| NHTSA Recall # | 133715 |
| NHTSA Compaign # | 18V288000 |
| MFG Compaign # | |
| Manufacturer | Daimler Vans USA, LLC |
| Supplier | MERCEDES-BENZ |
| Brand | MERCEDES-BENZ |
| Model | SPRINTER 2500 |
| Model Year | 2017 |
| Component | STRUCTURE:BODY |
| Date of notification | 02/07/18 |
| Begin date of manufacuring | 11/09/17 |
| End date of manufacturing | 11/10/17 |
| Type of recall | V |
| Recall initiator | MFR |
| Report received | 03/05/18 |
| Report created | 07/05/18 |
| Regulation part number | |
| FMV safety standard number | |
| Estimated number of affected units | 153 |
| Defect summary | Daimler vans usa, llc (dvusa) is recalling certain 2017 mercedes-benz and freightliner sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. These vehicles may be missing spot welds on the front side wall, connecting the door portal to the hinge reinforcements in the a-pillar area, possibly affecting vehicle strength in a crash. |
| Consequence summary | If the missing welds affect body strength, there may be an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash. |
| Corrective action | Dvusa will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and add any missing spot welds, free of charge. The recall began on july 2, 2018. Owners may contact dvusa customer service at 1-877-762-8267. |
| 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). |