Freightliner may be missing spot welds on the front side wall, connecting the door portal to the hinge reinforcements in the A-pillar area, possibly affecting vehicle strength in a crash.
The short version
Daimler Vans USA, LLC reported a problem with the structure body. Here is what owners need to know.
These vehicles may be missing spot welds on the front side wall, connecting the door portal to the hinge reinforcements in the A-pillar area, possibly affecting vehicle strength in a crash.
If the missing welds affect body strength, there may be an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and add any missing spot welds, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 18V-288.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2017 | Freightliner Sprinter |
| 2017 | Mercedes-Benz Sprinter |
What changed
Newest first. The record shows both when the recall began and what has changed since.
- Recall reported to NHTSA. LATEST
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