Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500, Sprinter 4500 +3 more: Equipment

Affects Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500, Sprinter 4500, Sprinter 2500, Sprinter 3500, Sprinter (VS30) · 2019 — about 183 vehicles.

The hazard

If the lashing rails disconnect, the cargo could become unsecured, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will correctly affix the lashing rails to the side walls, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on February 7, 2020. The recall began April 15, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3ZUSCHI.

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