2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500, Sprinter 2500, Sprinter 4500 and more recall: Seat belts: rear/other, retractor
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 21V513000
- Reported
- July 7, 2021
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Vans USA, LLC
- Part
- Seat belts: rear/other, retractor
- Vehicles affected
- About 1,514
What is wrong
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, Metris, and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles equipped with Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) seat belt assemblies. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these assemblies fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Safety risk
An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 21, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA's customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
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.nhtsa.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Mercedes-Benz Metris (2021); Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 (2021); Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 (2021); Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 (2021); Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 4500 (2021). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
What is the fix?
Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 21, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA's customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.