Mercedes-Benz · United States · Crit
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (VS30): Electrical system — fuses and circuit breakers
Affects Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (VS30) · 2019–2020 — about 53K vehicles.
The hazard
A wiring harness that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
What to do
Owners are advised to only operate the HVAC front blower in manual (not automatic) mode whenever the engine is on. Do not use the maximum blower or lowest/highest temperature settings until the remedy is performed. Dealers will relocate and replace the fuse and wiring harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 26, 2023. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is 8297010.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational