The problem
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Sprinter and Metris vehicles. The vehicles left the reassembly plant without the final quality inspection of safety-relevant parts or bolt connections, resulting in possible unknown safety risks.
The risk
Failure to identify loose safety related parts can increase the risk of crash and injury.
The fix
DVUSA will notify owners, and vehicles will be returned to the reassembly plant for comprehensive inspection and, if necessary, corrective action, free of charge. The recall began November 15, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VSX566ZP25.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 19V-693 (19V693000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | VSX566ZP25 |
| Manufacturer | Daimler Vans USA, LLC |
| Component | Unknown or other |
| Report date | October 2, 2019 |
| Owners notified | November 15, 2019 |
| Vehicles affected | 19 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
- 2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris
- 2019 Mercedes-Benz Metris
- 2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500
- 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500
- 2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500
- 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500
- 2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500
- 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500
- 2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 4500
- 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 4500
Owner complaints about the other / not specified
- 2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris other problems 3
- 2019 Mercedes-Benz Metris other problems 1
- 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 other problems 3
- 2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 other problems 2
- 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 other problems 9
- 2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 other problems 1
- 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 other problems 4
- 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 4500 other problems 1
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 19V-693 repair free?
Yes. Mercedes-Benz dealers will fix the problem at no cost: DVUSA will notify owners, and vehicles will be returned to the reassembly plant for comprehensive inspection and, if necessary, corrective action, free of charge. The recall began November 15, 2019. 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 19 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.