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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Exhaust Flange Fire Risk

NHTSA campaign 20V079000 · Reported Feb 12, 2020 · Daimler Vans USA, LLC

critical How serious is it? About this label

An exhaust gas leak in the engine compartment increases the risk of a fire. The notice does not tell owners to stop driving.

Key facts

NHTSA campaign number	20V079000
Reported to NHTSA	Feb 12, 2020
Manufacturer	Daimler Vans USA, LLC
Part affected	Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System
Vehicles covered	2 model/year combinations, model years 2019
Do-not-drive advisory	No
Park-outside advisory	No
Repair	Free at any franchised dealer

What's wrong, in plain English

On some Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter vans, the flange connection between the exhaust gas turbocharger and the exit to the diesel particulate filter may not be attached properly. This can allow an exhaust gas leak in the engine compartment.

What you should do

1. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
2. Contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267; a Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealer will replace the flange seals and properly tighten the connection.
3. The repair is free.

Where do I find my VIN, and what do I tell the dealer?

Your VIN is the 17-character code on the lower left of the windshield, on your registration and usually on your insurance card. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether this recall is still open on your car. When you call the dealer, say you have an open safety recall and give them NHTSA campaign number 20V079000. More in how recalls work.

Affected vehicles (2)

2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500
2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 4500

Who to contact

Mercedes-Benz — official Mercedes-Benz recall lookup

Customer service: 1-800-367-6372

Any franchised dealer for the brand can do the repair. Phone numbers are taken from manufacturer sites and recent NHTSA notices; if one has changed, the number in your own recall letter is the one to use.

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Official notice

Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Summary: Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The flange connection between the exhaust gas turbocharger and the exit to the diesel particulate filter may not be attached properly, potentially causing an exhaust gas leak.
Safety risk: An exhaust gas leak in the engine compartment increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: DVUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealers will replace the flange seals and properly tighten the connection, free of charge. The recall began April 10, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3FLABIND.

Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov. Recall repairs are free of charge by law.