Freightliner Sprinter 2500, Sprinter 3500: Tires — temporary/emergency spare tire

Affects Freightliner Sprinter 2500, Sprinter 3500 · 2017 — about 773 vehicles.

The hazard

If the spare tire holder is not properly secured, the spare tire may separate from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

DVUSA will notify owners and dealers will lift the spare tire holder completely and tighten the securing screws as necessary, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact DVUSA custom service at 1-854-888-3214.

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