NHTSA Recall 16V351000: Roof and pillars (structure)
Daimler Vans USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Freightliner Sprinter 2500.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V351000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY › ROOF AND PILLARS |
| Report received | May 24, 2016 |
| Owner notification | August 11, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles manufactured May 31, 2015, to April 30, 2016, and 2015-2016 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles manufactured May 1, 2015, to April 30, 2016. The affected vehicles are configured to have super-high roofs, but may not be equipped with the required crash pads.
Safety risk
If the required crash pads are missing, it can increase the risk of injury to a front passenger seat occupant if they are unbelted.
Remedy
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will install the required crash-pads, free of charge. The recall began on August 11, 2016. Owners may contact DVUSA 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 16V351000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Freightliner Sprinter 2500 | 2015, 2016 |
| Freightliner Sprinter 3500 | 2015, 2016 |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 | 2015, 2016 |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 | 2015, 2016 |
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.