Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500, Sprinter 2500: Power train — driveshaft

Affects Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500, Sprinter 2500 · 2016 — about 892 vehicles.

The hazard

If the event of a crash, the bracket may detach and the drive shaft may damage the fuel system, increasing the risk of a fire.

What to do

DVUSA will notify owners and dealers will install three additional rivets to secure the bracket, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on May 5, 2017. The recall began on July 7, 2017. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational