The air bag in your driver's side is supposed to inflate in a crash to protect you. But in certain 2015-2017 Freightliner and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter models, the air bag inflator could fail and explode, causing sharp metal fragments to hit you or other passengers.
Risk if Unfixed
If the air bag inflator explodes in a crash, you could be seriously hurt or even killed by sharp metal fragments. This is a life-threatening condition that requires immediate attention.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the faulty front driver air bag module with a new one, free of charge. You should contact your dealer now to confirm repair availability and schedule the fix.
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Original — What Happened
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the driver frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag module, free of charge. The recall is began March 15, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
The air bag in your passenger seat is a safety feature that deploys in the event of a crash. In some Freightliner or Mercedes-Benz Sprinter models from 2014-2017, the air bag inflator could fail catastrophically, sending sharp metal fragments toward you or other passengers.
Risk if Unfixed
If the air bag inflator explodes, metal fragments could pierce your body, causing serious injury or even death. This is a life-threatening risk, especially in a severe crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the faulty air bag module with a new, safer one at no cost to you. You should contact your dealer now to confirm repair availability and schedule the free replacement.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag module, free of charge. The recall began March 15, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
Your Sprinter van is missing a crucial reinforcement plate and bracket that protects the air bag control unit. This part helps ensure all air bags deploy properly, especially after an initial impact.
Risk if Unfixed
If your air bag control unit fails to work as expected, it could prevent additional air bags from deploying in a second collision. This increases the risk of serious injury to occupants.
Free Fix
Your dealer will install a protective reinforcement plate and bracket around the air bag control unit at no charge to you. You should schedule the repair as after confirming availability with your dealer as possible to ensure your safety on the road. This timing describes the original 2017 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
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Original — What Happened
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500 and Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vans. These vehicles were manufactured without a reinforcement plate and protective bracket on the air bag control unit. As a result, the air bag control unit may not remain functional after the initial impact, possibly preventing additional air bags from deploying in response to a secondary impact.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If additional air bags do not deploy as intended, the occupants are at an increased risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will install a reinforcement plate and protective bracket around the air bag control unit, free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2017. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
This model year has 3 recorded safety recalls. 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 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE recall for the 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ Sprinter? (Campaign #19V003000)
The air bag in your driver's side is supposed to inflate in a crash to protect you. But in certain 2015-2017 Freightliner and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter models, the air bag inflator could fail and explode, causing sharp metal fragments to hit you or other passengers. If the air bag inflator explodes in a crash, you could be seriously hurt or even killed by sharp metal fragments. This is a life-threatening condition that requires immediate attention. Your dealer will replace the faulty front driver air bag module with a new one, free of charge. You should contact your dealer now to confirm repair availability and schedule the fix.
What is the AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE recall for the 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ Sprinter? (Campaign #19V004000)
The air bag in your passenger seat is a safety feature that deploys in the event of a crash. In some Freightliner or Mercedes-Benz Sprinter models from 2014-2017, the air bag inflator could fail catastrophically, sending sharp metal fragments toward you or other passengers. If the air bag inflator explodes, metal fragments could pierce your body, causing serious injury or even death. This is a life-threatening risk, especially in a severe crash. Your dealer will replace the faulty air bag module with a new, safer one at no cost to you. You should contact your dealer now to confirm repair availability and schedule the free replacement.
What is the AIR BAGS recall for the 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ Sprinter? (Campaign #17V093000)
Your Sprinter van is missing a crucial reinforcement plate and bracket that protects the air bag control unit. This part helps ensure all air bags deploy properly, especially after an initial impact. If your air bag control unit fails to work as expected, it could prevent additional air bags from deploying in a second collision. This increases the risk of serious injury to occupants. Your dealer will install a protective reinforcement plate and bracket around the air bag control unit at no charge to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible to ensure your safety on the road.