NHTSA recall 21V-972: Electrical System

Daimler Vans USA, LLC · Reported December 15, 2021 · 1 affected model year

Electrical System recall

21V-972
December 15, 2021 · Daimler Vans USA, LLC
Problem
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. A software error in the park lock system may allow the vehicle to move after the gear selector has been placed in the Park 'P' position without the parking brake applied.
Safety risk
Unintentional vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the electronic stability program control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 11, 2022. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3PA27 ERI/ERO.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign number21V972000
ManufacturerDaimler Vans USA, LLC
Report dateDecember 15, 2021
ComponentElectrical System:Software
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.nhtsa.gov.

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Affected vehicles

2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 350022 recalls total

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