NHTSA recall 20V-663: Steering

Daimler Vans USA, LLC · Reported October 28, 2020 · 1 affected model year

Steering recall

20V-663
October 28, 2020 · Daimler Vans USA, LLC
Problem
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Mercedes Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The hydraulic power steering return line hoses may detach at their connection points under certain operating conditions, causing hydraulic fluid to leak.
Safety risk
The sudden loss of power steering assist and hydraulic steering fluid leaking onto the roadway may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will check the return line connections of the power steering system, correcting it as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this campaign is NV3LETULPE.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign number20V663000
ManufacturerDaimler Vans USA, LLC
Report dateOctober 28, 2020
ComponentSteering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Hose, Piping, and Connections
Fixed over the airNo

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.safercar.gov.

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Affected vehicles

2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 350022 recalls total

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