NHTSA recall 19V-798 (19V798000)
fuel system, diesel recall reported November 7, 2019 - about 4,987 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 19V798000
- Also written as
- 19V-798
- Manufacturer number
- VS3KRAFMOD
- Reported
- November 7, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- ~4,987
- Component
- fuel system, diesel
What is being recalled
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles equipped with diesel fuel systems. The bayonet lock between the fuel pump and the fuel tank may not have been closed and locked during manufacturing. As a result, a leak between the fuel pump and the fuel tank could occur. In addition, a gas station fuel pump may not automatically stop once the tank fill level is reached, potentially causing the fuel to overflow.
Why it is dangerous
A diesel fuel leak can create slippery road conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the bayonet lock on the fuel pump, locking it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 3, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3KRAFMOD.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 19V-798 when calling a dealer.
Affected 4 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.