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2007 MERCEDES-BENZ Sprinter PARKING BRAKE Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service for PARKING BRAKE issues.

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PARKING BRAKE Safety Recalls

Critical #08V687000 Plain English
Component

PARKING BRAKE

Manufacturer
SPRINTER ENGINEERING & COMPLIANCE SUPPOR
What Happened
The parking brake adjustment in your vehicle has a small threaded bush that can break, causing the adjustment screw to come loose.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, you could lose control of your parking brake, and your vehicle could roll away without warning, leading to a potential crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the parking brake adjustment for free. Check with your dealer now to confirm the repair is available and schedule an appointment.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
SPRINTER WILL RECALL 6 MY 2007 DODGE 3500 AND FREIGHTLINER 3500 VEHICLES. THE THREADED BUSH OF THE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT OF THE PARKING BRAKE MAY BREAK. THE THREADED BUSH TOGETHER WITH THE ADJUSTMENT SCREW MAY DETACH FROM ITS BRACKET.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IF THIS OCCURRED, THE PARKING BRAKE FUNCTION MAY BE LOST. THIS COULD ALLOW THE VEHICLE TO MOVE INADVERTENTLY AND CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT MARCH 27, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SPRINTER AT 1-843-695-5000.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2007 MERCEDES-BENZ Sprinter safe to drive?

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 PARKING BRAKE recall for the 2007 MERCEDES-BENZ Sprinter? (Campaign #08V687000)

The parking brake adjustment in your vehicle has a small threaded bush that can break, causing the adjustment screw to come loose. If this happens, you could lose control of your parking brake, and your vehicle could roll away without warning, leading to a potential crash. Your dealer will replace the parking brake adjustment for free. Check with your dealer now to confirm the repair is available and schedule an appointment.