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Mercedes-benz, Freightliner 2019–2020 Electrical System recall

Recalled April 5, 2021 · NHTSA recall 21V235000 · Mercedes-benz

Hazard
A display that is too bright can hinder the driver's vision, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 28, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3DISPKI.
Units
1,285 units

Description

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mercedes Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The multifunctional display in the instrument cluster may not be adjustable and appear too bright in certain lighting conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Control and Displays."

What to do

DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 28, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3DISPKI.

Product
Mercedes-benz SPRINTER 1500 · Mercedes-benz SPRINTER 2500 · Mercedes-benz SPRINTER 3500 · Mercedes-benz SPRINTER 4500
Manufacturer(s)
Daimler Vans USA, LLC

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov

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