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NHTSA recall 20V-631 (20V631000)

service brakes, hydraulic recall reported October 14, 2020 - about 463 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number
20V631000
Also written as
20V-631
Manufacturer number
VS3MONTLAU
Reported
October 14, 2020
Vehicles affected
~463
Component
service brakes, hydraulic

What is being recalled

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. The outer area of the brake hoses on the front and rear axles may have been damaged during production.

Why it is dangerous

Over time, the hose could begin to leak brake fluid, affecting the braking performance of the vehicle, including the potential loss of directional stability when braking, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will check the condition of the brake hoses on the front and rear axles and replace them as needed, free of charge. The recall began November 24, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3MONTLAU.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 20V-631 when calling a dealer.

Affected 4 models

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 - 2020
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 - 2020
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 - 2020
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 4500 - 2020

Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.

Is YOUR car included? A campaign rarely covers every single vehicle of a model year. Check your exact car by its 17-character VIN with the free VIN decoder and recall check.

Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.