NHTSA Recall 23V101000: Air bags: side/window and electrical system: wiring
Daimler Vans USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 350 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V101000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 5491810 |
| Components | AIR BAGS › SIDE/WINDOW; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING |
| Report received | February 17, 2023 |
| Owner notification | March 17, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles equipped with electrically adjustable front swivel-seats. The wiring harnesses for the swivel-seats may have been incorrectly installed and may become damaged, which can cause the front side air bags not to deploy as intended.
Safety risk
An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and reattach the wiring harnesses, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2023. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is 5491810.
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 23V101000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 | 2022 |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 | 2022 |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 | 2022 |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 4500 | 2022 |
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.