Freightliner · United States · Crit
Freightliner Sprinter 3500, Sprinter 2500: Air bags — inflator module
Affects Freightliner Sprinter 3500, Sprinter 2500 · 2013 — about 17K vehicles.
The hazard
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
What to do
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag module, free of charge. Daimler issued an interim notification to owners on March 13, 2018. The recall began December 28, 2018. 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