| NHTSA Recall # | 136876 |
| NHTSA Compaign # | 18V743000 |
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| Manufacturer | Daimler Vans USA, LLC |
| Supplier | MERCEDES-BENZ |
| Brand | MERCEDES-BENZ |
| Model | SPRINTER 2500 |
| Model Year | 2018 |
| Component | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH |
| Date of notification | 31/01/19 |
| Begin date of manufacuring | 04/07/18 |
| End date of manufacturing | 19/07/18 |
| Type of recall | V |
| Recall initiator | MFR |
| Report received | 24/10/18 |
| Report created | 24/10/18 |
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| FMV safety standard number | |
| Estimated number of affected units | 76 |
| Defect summary | Daimler vans usa, llc (dvusa) is recalling certain 2018 freightliner sprinter 2500 and 3500 and mercedes-benz sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The right side door latches may have been built with incorrect components. As a result, when the doors are electronically unlocked, the right-side doors may not be able to be opened from inside or outside of the vehicle. |
| Consequence summary | In the event of a crash, if the right side doors cannot be opened, it could increase the risk of injury. |
| Corrective action | Dvusa will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the locks if necessary, free of charge. The recall began january 31, 2019. Owners may contact dvusa 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). |