The interior lamp in your rear air conditioning system contains a special lens that helps spread light evenly. In extreme heat and humidity, this lens can warp, affecting the light's performance.
Risk if Unfixed
If the lens warps, the lamp's electrical contacts could short-circuit, causing the rear lamp to malfunction and potentially leading to a fire.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the faulty lamp with a new one that's designed to withstand heat and humidity, and the repair is completely free. You should contact your dealer now to confirm repair availability and schedule the fix.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH REAR AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM, THE INTERIOR LAMP IS EQUIPPED WITH AN 18W LAMP AND A SCATTERING LENS. IN EXTREMELY HOT AND HUMID CONDITIONS, THE COMBINATION OF HEAT AND HUMIDITY, AND THE HEAT FROM THE LAMP DUE TO EXTREME LONG TERM OPERATION, CAN DISTORT THE SCATTERING LENS.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THE SWITCHING CONTACTS OF THE LAMP MAY CAUSE A SHORT CIRCUIT OF THE REAR LAMP INCREASING THE RISK OF A FIRE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR INTERIOR LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE WITH A MODIFIED VERSION WHICH IS NOT SUBJECT TO THE IMPACTS OF HEAT AND HUMIDITY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 17, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER MANUFACTURING INTERNATIONAL AT 1-843-695-5041.
This model year has 1 recorded safety recall. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.
What is the INTERIOR LIGHTING recall for the 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ Sprinter? (Campaign #07V299000)
The interior lamp in your rear air conditioning system contains a special lens that helps spread light evenly. In extreme heat and humidity, this lens can warp, affecting the light's performance. If the lens warps, the lamp's electrical contacts could short-circuit, causing the rear lamp to malfunction and potentially leading to a fire. Your dealer will replace the faulty lamp with a new one that's designed to withstand heat and humidity, and the repair is completely free. You should contact your dealer now to confirm repair availability and schedule the fix.