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NHTSA Recall 22V491000: Electrical system: wiring

Daimler Vans USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2 vehicles. It affects 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500.

2
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2022
owners notified (August 10)
NHTSA campaign22V491000
Manufacturer campaignVS3LE54ELE
ComponentELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING
Report receivedJuly 11, 2022
Owner notificationAugust 10, 2022
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 vehicles. The generator wiring harness may be incorrectly connected to the electric power steering, which can result in an electrical surge.

Safety risk

An electrical surge can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and correct the wiring harness connection, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 10, 2022. Owners may contact DVUSA at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3LE54ELE.

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 22V491000

Make and modelModel years
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 25002021

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.