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NHTSA Recall 23V444000: Fuel pump (fuel system)

Daimler Vans USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 20,500 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Freightliner Sprinter 1500.

20,500
vehicles potentially affected
5
models affected
2023
owners notified (November 1)
NHTSA campaign23V444000
Manufacturer campaign4790205
ComponentFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › FUEL PUMP
Report receivedJune 26, 2023
Owner notificationNovember 1, 2023
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2021 Freightliner Sprinter and 2021-2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Metris vehicles. The fuel pump may shutdown, which can result in a loss of drive power.

Safety risk

A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2023. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is 4790205.

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 23V444000

Make and modelModel years
Freightliner Sprinter 15002021
Freightliner Sprinter 25002021
Mercedes-Benz Metris2021, 2022, 2023
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 15002021, 2022
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 25002021, 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.