NHTSA recall 19V-070 (19V070000)
steering recall reported January 31, 2019 - about 4,358 vehicles affected.
NHTSA marks this campaign DO NOT DRIVE.
Stop driving the vehicle until the recall repair is done. Contact your dealer immediately; the repair is free.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 19V070000
- Also written as
- 19V-070
- Manufacturer number
- 2019010006
- Reported
- January 31, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- ~4,358
- Component
- steering
What is being recalled
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (Daimler Vans) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter VS30 vehicles. The steering shaft that connects to the steering gear may disconnect without warning.
Why it is dangerous
The steering shaft disconnecting from the steering gear can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Daimler Vans will notify owners, advising them to stop driving the vehicle immediately. Dealers will inspect the bolts connecting the steering shaft to the steering gear, fully tightening and/or adjusting them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 15, 2019. Owners may contact Daimler Van's customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Daimler Van's number for this recall is 2019010006.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 19V-070 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.