NHTSA Recall 20V663000: Hose, piping, and connections (steering)
Daimler Vans USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 47,667 vehicles. It affects 8 models including the Freightliner Sprinter 1500.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V663000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | NV3LETULPE |
| Component | STEERING › HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST › HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS |
| Report received | October 28, 2020 |
| Owner notification | December 23, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Mercedes Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The hydraulic power steering return line hoses may detach at their connection points under certain operating conditions, causing hydraulic fluid to leak.
Safety risk
The sudden loss of power steering assist and hydraulic steering fluid leaking onto the roadway may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will check the return line connections of the power steering system, correcting it as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this campaign is NV3LETULPE.
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 20V663000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Freightliner Sprinter 1500 | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Freightliner Sprinter 2500 | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Freightliner Sprinter 3500 | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Freightliner Sprinter 4500 | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 4500 | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 |
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.