Recall 21V972000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE Defect in 2019-2020 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 3500
RECALL This recall affects up to 48,400 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 21V972000 |
| Manufacturer | Daimler Vans USA, LLC |
| Vehicles Affected | 48,400 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
2019 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 2500, 2019 MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 1500, 2019 MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 4500, 2019 MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 2500, 2019 MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 3500, 2019 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 1500, 2019 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 3500, 2019 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 4500, 2020 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 3500, 2020 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 1500, 2020 MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 2500, 2020 MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 1500, 2020 MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 3500, 2020 MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 4500, 2020 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 2500, 2020 FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 4500
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Defect Description
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. A software error in the park lock system may allow the vehicle to move after the gear selector has been placed in the Park 'P' position without the parking brake applied.
Safety Consequence
Unintentional vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the electronic stability program control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 11, 2022. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3PA27 ERI/ERO.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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