NHTSA Recall 15V082000: Door (structure)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC - DBA Sprinter reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5,586 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500.
| NHTSA campaign | 15V082000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2015020004 |
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY › DOOR |
| Report received | February 10, 2015 |
| Owner notification | March 31, 2015 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC - DBA Sprinter (Sprinter) is recalling certain model year 2015 Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles manufactured July 1, 2014, to October 14, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the abutting wedge, a component attached to the door jamb to make opening the door easier after a severe frontal impact, may have been installed incorrectly.
Safety risk
If a vehicle that has an incorrectly installed abutting wedge is involved in a severe frontal accident, a greater force may be necessary to open the doors, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Sprinter will notify owners, and dealers will check the installation of the abutting wedge, correcting it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began in March 2015. Owners may contact Sprinter customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
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 recall 15V082000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.