NHTSA recall 21V-153 (21V153000)
latches, locks and linkages recall reported March 10, 2021 - about 56 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 21V153000
- Also written as
- 21V-153
- Manufacturer number
- VS3SCHIEBT
- Reported
- March 10, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- ~56
- Component
- latches, locks and linkages
What is being recalled
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mercedes Benz Sprinter vehicles equipped with an optional electric sliding door. The auxiliary lock on the sliding door may be the incorrect type for an electric sliding door. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
Why it is dangerous
In the event of a crash, the sliding door could dislocate more than intended, and increase the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will convert the sliding door from electric to manual function, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3SCHIEBT.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 21V-153 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.