Windows & Interior Lashing Rail Cargo May Detach
An insufficiently bonded window can detach during a crash, and objects secured to an insufficiently bonded interior lashing rail can detach, increasing the risk of injury.
December 1, 2023 NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V806000
NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V806000
Manufacturer Daimler Vans USA, LLC
Components STRUCTURE
Potential Number of Units Affected 131
Summary
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and 2021 Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The topcoat paint formula may cause the windows and interior lashing rails to be insufficiently bonded to the vehicle.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the paint adhesion and repair it as necessary, free of charge. Depending on the extent of any damage, DVUSA may offer to repurchase the vehicle. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed February 5, 2024. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available anticipated April 2024. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA’s number for this recall is VS3LACKHA.
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.