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NHTSA Recall 19V665000: Latch (latches/locks/linkages)

Daimler Vans USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5,626 vehicles. It affects 8 models including the Freightliner Sprinter 1500.

5,626
vehicles potentially affected
8
models affected
2019
owners notified (November 1)
NHTSA campaign19V665000
Manufacturer campaignVS3HAUBOSS
ComponentLATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES › HOOD › LATCH
Report receivedSeptember 18, 2019
Owner notificationNovember 1, 2019
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The screw connection on the upper hood catch may have been improperly tightened. As a result, factors such as the vehicle's speed, wind resistance and road conditions may cause the hood to open while the vehicle is being driven.

Safety risk

A hood that opens while driving can reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the screw connection, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3HAUBOSS.

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 19V665000

Make and modelModel years
Freightliner Sprinter 15002018, 2019
Freightliner Sprinter 25002018, 2019
Freightliner Sprinter 35002018, 2019
Freightliner Sprinter 45002018, 2019
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 15002018, 2019
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 25002018, 2019
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 35002018, 2019
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 45002018, 2019

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.