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Sprinter Van Brake Hose Can Wear Through
high How serious is it? About this label
Losing brake fluid can make the vehicle take longer to stop, which raises the chance of a crash. The notice does not tell owners to stop driving.
Key facts
| NHTSA campaign number | 20V181000 |
|---|---|
| Reported to NHTSA | Mar 25, 2020 |
| Manufacturer | Daimler Vans USA, LLC |
| Part affected | Service Brakes, Air:supply:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings |
| Vehicles covered | 3 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 these Sprinter vans, part of the fender liner near the front wheel can rub against a brake hose. Over time, that rubbing can wear through the hose and let brake fluid leak out. Brake fluid is what lets the brakes work properly, so losing it can make the vehicle take longer to stop than it normally would. Dealers will inspect the brake hoses, replace them if needed, and modify the fender liner so the rubbing does not happen again.
What you should do
Contact a Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealer, or call 1-877-762-8267, to schedule the inspection and repair.
The inspection, any hose replacement, and the fender liner modification are all 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 20V181000. More in how recalls work.
Affected vehicles (3)
Who to contact
Mercedes-Benz — official Mercedes-Benz recall lookup
Customer service: 1-800-367-6372
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Official notice
- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Summary
- Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Freightliner Sprinter and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. The rear part of the fender liner on the front axle may contact and chafe the brake hose, possibly resulting in a loss of brake fluid.
- Safety risk
- Loss of brake fluid can extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- DVUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealers will inspect and replace the brake hoses, as necessary. Additionally, the fender liners will be modified. All services will be performed free of charge. The recall began May 8, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3BRADVER.
Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov. Recall repairs are free of charge by law.