NHTSA Recall 21V513000: Retractor (seat belts) and seat belts
Daimler Vans USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,514 vehicles. It affects 9 models including the Freightliner Sprinter 1500.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V513000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | VS2/VS3 KISIGUR |
| Components | SEAT BELTS › REAR/OTHER › RETRACTOR; SEAT BELTS › FRONT › RETRACTOR; SEAT BELTS |
| Report received | July 7, 2021 |
| Owner notification | December 21, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, Metris, and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles equipped with Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) seat belt assemblies. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these assemblies fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Safety risk
An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 21, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA's 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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V513000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Freightliner Sprinter 1500 | 2021 |
| Freightliner Sprinter 2500 | 2021 |
| Freightliner Sprinter 3500 | 2021 |
| Freightliner Sprinter 4500 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz Metris | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 4500 | 2021 |
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.