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2008 MERCEDES-BENZ Sprinter SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: Critical

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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC Safety Recalls

Critical #08V110000 Plain English
Component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER

Manufacturer
SPRINTER ENGINEERING & COMPLIANCE SUPPOR
What Happened
The master cylinder in your van's brake system is like the main control valve that helps you stop. In some 2007-2008 Dodge and Freightliner Sprinter vans, the wrong part might have been installed.
Risk if Unfixed
If your van's brakes don't work properly, you could experience reduced stopping power, which could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
Your authorized dealer will replace the master brake cylinder and brake fluid reservoir with the correct components at no charge to you. Now is the time to confirm repair availability with your dealer, as the recall began on June 30, 2008.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
SPRINTER IS RECALLING 34 MY 2007-2008 DODGE AND FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER 3500 CARGO VANS. SOME OF THESE VANS MAY NOT HAVE HAD THE CORRECT BRAKE COMPONENTS INSTALLED.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS COULD RESULT IN POOR BRAKING PERFORMANCE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL THE APPROPRIATE MASTER BRAKE CYLINDERS AND BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIRS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 30, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SPRINTER AT 1-800-992-1997.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2008 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 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER recall for the 2008 MERCEDES-BENZ Sprinter? (Campaign #08V110000)

The master cylinder in your van's brake system is like the main control valve that helps you stop. In some 2007-2008 Dodge and Freightliner Sprinter vans, the wrong part might have been installed. If your van's brakes don't work properly, you could experience reduced stopping power, which could lead to a crash. Your authorized dealer will replace the master brake cylinder and brake fluid reservoir with the correct components at no charge to you. Now is the time to confirm repair availability with your dealer, as the recall began on June 30, 2008.