Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Cab Chassis

Issue: 
On certain electric vehicles, the drive gear in the rear axle drivetrain may not have been properly welded. As a result, the weld for the drive gear could break and cause a loss of power to the wheels. Additionally, the vehicle could move when it's parked and the parking brake isn't applied. 
Note: This recall only affects certain eSprinter models. 
 
Safety Risk: 
A loss of power to the wheels or a parked vehicle that moves suddenly could create the risk of an injury and/or a crash. 
 
Corrective Actions: 
Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the rear axle electric drivetrain.

Issue: 
On certain vehicle, the U-bolts that attach the rear axle to the suspension may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the axle could slide on the leaf spring. This could cause poor handling and lead to a loss of control. 

Safety Risk: 
A loss of control could create the risk of a crash. 

Corrective Actions: 
Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the leaf spring U-bolts.

Issue:
On certain electric vehicles, a software problem could cause the brake booster failsafe mode not to work properly. As a result, there could be a sudden increase in brake pedal force, if a fault is detected. 
 
Safety Risk:
A sudden increase in brake pedal force can cause extended stopping distances and increase the risk of a crash. 
 
Corrective Actions:
Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the electronic stability control unit software.

Issue: 
On certain vehicles, the reinforcements on the B-pillar(s) may not have been properly welded. As a result, the front seat belt height adjuster(s) could fail in a crash. 

Safety Risk: 
A seat belt that does not work properly could increase the risk of injury in a crash.

Corrective Actions: 
Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, repair the B-pillar(s).

Issue: 
On certain vehicles, the rear frame may be missing reinforcements. As a result, the frame could become damaged and cause a change vehicle stability. This problem could also cause the mounting points for the third-row seats to fail in a crash.

Safety Risk: 
A change in vehicle stability could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a seat that moves or separates in a crash could increase the risk of injury.

Corrective Actions: 
Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, repair the longitudinal frame members.