Recall 20V426000 — SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:LEAF Defect in 2019-2019 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER (VS30)
RECALL This recall affects up to 26 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 20V426000 |
| Manufacturer | Daimler Vans USA, LLC |
| Vehicles Affected | 26 |
| Component | SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:LEAF |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The incorrect leaf spring shims may have been installed between the rear axle and the leaf springs possibly affecting the vehicle's handling. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Safety Consequence
The incorrect leaf spring shims may negatively affect vehicle handling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the leaf spring shims on both sides, renew the spring brackets, check the rubber buffers for wear, renewing them if necessary, and adjust the headlamps, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on September 18, 2020. The recall began October 1, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3LEFSPRI.
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| Campaign | Vehicle | Component | Date | Affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25V760000 | 2026 FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2 | SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERS | 18,783 | |
| 25V601000 | 2025 FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2 | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:CRITICAL FASTENERS | 402 | |
| 25V603000 | 2024 FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2 | STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS | 343 | |
| 25V504000 | 2022 FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2 | STEERING | 176 | |
| 25V295000 | 2025 FREIGHTLINER 114SD | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:RESERVOIR/TANK | 68 | |
| 25V046000 | 2024 FREIGHTLINER EM2 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:POWER DISTRIBUTION MODULE/IPDM | 810 | |
| 25V187000 | 2025 FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS | 1,968 | |
| 24V924000 | 2020 FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE | 139 | |
| 24V736000 | 2025 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA | FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP | 620 | |
| 23V806000 | 2021 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 4500 | STRUCTURE:BODY | 131 |