Improperly Secured 12-Volt Ground ConnectionAn overheated ground connection can increase the risk of a fire, and a loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. March 24, 2024 NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V225000NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V225000Manufacturer Daimler Vans USA, LLCComponents ELECTRICAL SYSTEMPotential Number of Units Affected 99 SummaryDaimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is… Continue reading 2023 MB Sprinter
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2023-2024 Ford Transit
Tire Damage from Contact with Wheel Arch LinerDamaged tires may experience a sudden loss of air pressure or tread separation, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash. March 22, 2024 NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V226000NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V226000Manufacturer Ford Motor CompanyComponents TIRESPotential Number of Units Affected 1,902 SummaryFord Motor Company… Continue reading 2023-2024 Ford Transit
2021-2022 ProMaster
Left Turn Signal and Taillight May Fail/FMVSS 108An inoperative left turn signal may not notify other drivers of a turning vehicle, and an inoperative left taillight can reduce the vehicle’s visibility to other drivers. Both scenarios can increase the risk of a crash. March 14, 2024 NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V197000NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V197000Manufacturer Chrysler (FCA… Continue reading 2021-2022 ProMaster
2023 MB Sprinter
Short Circuit from Incorrectly Routed WiringA short circuit increases the risk of a fire. In addition, a loss of drive power, power steering, and brake system control increases the risk of a crash. March 1, 2024 NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V166000NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V166000Manufacturer Daimler Vans USA, LLCComponents ELECTRICAL SYSTEMPotential Number of Units Affected 828 SummaryDaimler… Continue reading 2023 MB Sprinter
Lower cost alternative to a Van Conversion
Excessive price increases caused by inflation, COVID and supply chain distress are posing a new threat Vanlife enthusiasts. With commercially converted vans base prices approaching $100,000, Vanlifers are looking for cheaper alternatives. The COVID crisis of 2020 has done much to popularize van living and made it fashionable to live and work off-grid, while offering… Continue reading Lower cost alternative to a Van Conversion
2022-2023 ProMaster
Seat Belt Warning System Malfunction/FMVSS 208A malfunctioning seat belt warning system can result in improper seat belt use, increasing the risk of injury in a crash. February 22, 2024 NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V129000NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V129000Manufacturer Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)Components SEAT BELTSPotential Number of Units Affected 27,744 SummaryChrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023… Continue reading 2022-2023 ProMaster
2023-2024 Ford Transit
Inadequate Rear Axle LubricationWheel lock-up or driveshaft separation can result in a loss of drive power. A disconnected driveshaft can also result in a roll away when the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied. Any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash. February 9, 2024 NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V102000NHTSA… Continue reading 2023-2024 Ford Transit
2020 MB Sprinter
Crossmember Connection May LoosenReduced vehicle control increases the risk of a crash. Additionally, the propeller shaft may damage the fuel tank during a crash, causing a leak and increasing the risk of a fire. December 21, 2023 NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V874000NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V874000Manufacturer Daimler Vans USA, LLCComponents STRUCTUREPotential Number of Units Affected 9 SummaryDaimler… Continue reading 2020 MB Sprinter
2019-2023 MB Sprinter
Partition Wall May DetachA detached partition wall can increase the risk of injury. December 21, 2023 NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V876000NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V876000Manufacturer Daimler Vans USA, LLCComponents STRUCTUREPotential Number of Units Affected 387 SummaryDaimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and 2019-2021 Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The partition wall may be missing… Continue reading 2019-2023 MB Sprinter
2019-2022 MB Sprinter
Missing Frame Member Reinforcement FastenersReduced stability increases the risk of a crash. Additionally, the third-row seat mountings can fail, increasing the risk of injury during a crash. December 21, 2023 NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V875000NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V875000Manufacturer Daimler Vans USA, LLCComponents STRUCTUREPotential Number of Units Affected 3,739 SummaryDaimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain… Continue reading 2019-2022 MB Sprinter