NHTSA recall 20V-802: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Daimler Vans USA, LLC · Reported December 21, 2020 · 1 affected model year

Service Brakes, Hydraulic recall

20V-802
December 21, 2020 · Daimler Vans USA, LLC
Problem
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles equipped with electric parking brakes. The rear brake calipers may leak brake fluid into the housing of the electric parking brake connected to the rear axle service brake system, allowing air to enter the hydraulic brake system.
Safety risk
Air in the brake system can result in extended brake pedal travel, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DVUSA will replace the rear brake calipers, free of charge. Owners notification letters were mailed on January 4, 2022. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3BREPB.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign number20V802000
ManufacturerDaimler Vans USA, LLC
Report dateDecember 21, 2020
ComponentService Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Caliper
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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