NHTSA Recall 18V032000: Inflator module (air bags)
Daimler Vans USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 17,413 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Freightliner Sprinter 2500.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V032000 |
|---|---|
| Component | AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE |
| Report received | January 9, 2018 |
| Owner notification | December 28, 2018 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2013 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Safety risk
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag module, free of charge. Daimler issued an interim notification to owners on March 13, 2018. The recall began December 28, 2018. 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 18V032000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Freightliner Sprinter 2500 | 2013 |
| Freightliner Sprinter 3500 | 2013 |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 | 2013 |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 | 2013 |
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.