December 15 2021 NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V972000
Software May Cause Unintentional Vehicle Movement
Unintentional vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Campaign Number 21V972000
Manufacturer Daimler Vans USA, LLC
Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Number of Units Affected 48400
Summary
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner S vehicles.
A software error in the park lock system may allow the vehicle to move after the gear selector placed in the Park ‘P’ position without the parking brake applied.
Remedy
Dealers will update the electronic stability program control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 31, 2022. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762 DVUSA’s number for this recall is VS3PA27 ERI/ERO.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.