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

Affects Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500, Sprinter 2500 · 2016 — about 109 vehicles.

The hazard

A loose driveshaft may strike and puncture the gas tank, resulting in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

What to do

DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will install the missing catch strap for the driveshaft, free of charge. Daimler issued an interim notification to owners on November 17, 2017. The recall began on December 21, 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