Exterior Lighting:headlights:high/low Beam Dimmer Switch
NHTSA campaign 19V309000 · announced April 18, 2019 · filed by Daimler Vans Usa, Llc · 1,517 units affected
The problem
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (Platform 907) vehicles equipped with high-beam assist. A software error in the control unit may prevent the driver from being able to switch off the high beams when intended.
The risk
Being unable to turn off the high beams may result in oncoming traffic being blinded by the vehicle's lights, increasing the risk of crash.
What to do
DVUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealers will update the control unit software, free of charge. The recall began June 14, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3FERNLI.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by this recall
- 2019 Freightliner Sprinter 2500
- 2019 Freightliner Sprinter 3500
- 2019 Mercedes-benz Sprinter 2500
- 2019 Mercedes-benz Sprinter 3500
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal or repair advice.