NHTSA Recall 21V152000: Pedals and linkages (service brakes)
Daimler Vans USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 56,534 vehicles. It affects 8 models including the Freightliner Sprinter 1500.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V152000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | VS3BREBOL |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › PEDALS AND LINKAGES |
| Report received | March 10, 2021 |
| Owner notification | June 4, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The retaining washer and bolt that connect the brake pedal to the bearing block, may come loose and detach. This could cause the brake lights to stay illuminated, even when the brake pedal is not pressed.
Safety risk
Malfunctioning brake lights can fail to alert other motorists of the driver's intention, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DVUSA will notify owners and dealers will secure a bearing bracket to brake pedal by retrofitting an additional retaining ring (with PNR A 907 994 01 00) at the bearing bracket of brake pedal, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on May 3, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3BREBOL.
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 21V152000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Freightliner Sprinter 1500 | 2019, 2020 |
| Freightliner Sprinter 2500 | 2019, 2020 |
| Freightliner Sprinter 3500 | 2019, 2020 |
| Freightliner Sprinter 4500 | 2019, 2020 |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 | 2019, 2020 |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 | 2019, 2020 |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 | 2019, 2020 |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 4500 | 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.