Mercedes-Benz Recall 17V-093: Air bags

Affected: 2013–2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500, 2013–2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500. Filed with NHTSA on February 10, 2017, covering about 15,338 vehicles.

The problem

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500 and Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vans. These vehicles were manufactured without a reinforcement plate and protective bracket on the air bag control unit. As a result, the air bag control unit may not remain functional after the initial impact, possibly preventing additional air bags from deploying in response to a secondary impact.

The risk

If additional air bags do not deploy as intended, the occupants are at an increased risk of injury.

The fix

DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will install a reinforcement plate and protective bracket around the air bag control unit, free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2017. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign17V-093 (17V093000)
ManufacturerDaimler Vans USA, LLC
ComponentAir bags
Report dateFebruary 10, 2017
Owners notifiedMay 26, 2017
Vehicles affected15,338
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the air bags

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 17V-093 repair free?

Yes. Mercedes-Benz dealers will fix the problem at no cost: DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will install a reinforcement plate and protective bracket around the air bag control unit, free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2017. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 15,338 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.