How many recalls does the 2019 Mercedes Benz SPRINTER (VS30) have?

NHTSA lists 14 recall campaigns for the 2019 Mercedes Benz SPRINTER (VS30) as of October 16, 2026. Each includes the defect description, safety consequence, and the remedy Mercedes Benz will perform. New recalls can be issued at any time; this page is refreshed from NHTSA daily.

How do I tell if my 2019 Mercedes Benz SPRINTER (VS30) is affected by a recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN — stamped at the base of the windshield on the driver side and on the door jamb sticker — at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's VIN lookup shows whether your specific vehicle has an unrepaired recall; the list on this page covers every campaign for the 2019 Mercedes Benz SPRINTER (VS30).

Are recall repairs on a 2019 Mercedes Benz SPRINTER (VS30) free?

Usually. Federal law requires Mercedes Benz to remedy recalls on the 2019 SPRINTER (VS30) free of charge at an authorized Mercedes Benz dealer, regardless of how many owners the vehicle has had or how many miles are on the odometer — unless it was first sold more than 15 years before the recall was issued (5 years for tires).

Does a recall on the 2019 Mercedes Benz SPRINTER (VS30) affect resale value?

An open recall can reduce resale value; a recall that has been repaired (documented in the vehicle history report) generally does not. Before you buy or sell a used 2019 Mercedes Benz SPRINTER (VS30), check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm every recall has been remedied.

How many owner complaints are on file for the 2019 Mercedes Benz SPRINTER (VS30)?

No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA on the 2019 Mercedes Benz SPRINTER (VS30).

NHTSA vehicle safety data

2019 Mercedes Benz SPRINTER (VS30) Recalls, Ratings & Complaints

The 2019 Mercedes Benz SPRINTER (VS30) has 14 NHTSA recall campaigns and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Mercedes Benz dealer.

NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2019 Mercedes Benz SPRINTER (VS30). Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS

NHTSA #23V100000

Reported February 17, 2023 · Daimler Vans USA, LLC

Potentially affected: 52,993 vehicles

Defect description

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter VS30 and Freightliner Sprinter VS30 vehicles. The heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) blower motor circuit may be inadequate, which can allow the wiring harness to overheat.

Safety consequence

A wiring harness that overheats increases the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

Owners are advised to only operate the HVAC front blower in manual (not automatic) mode whenever the engine is on. Do not use the maximum blower or lowest/highest temperature settings until the remedy is performed. Dealers will relocate and replace the fuse and wiring harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 26, 2023. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is 8297010.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC):CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

NHTSA #21V360000

Reported May 17, 2021 · Daimler Vans USA, LLC

Potentially affected: 168 vehicles

Defect description

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles equipped with the camper upfit option. The Electronic Stability Control (ESP) software was not updated for vehicles with a higher center of gravity.

Safety consequence

The ESP may not respond as intended during certain driving scenarios, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 2, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3HOLAPLI.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

NHTSA #21V241000

Reported April 6, 2021 · Daimler Vans USA, LLC

Potentially affected: 4,444 vehicles

Defect description

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mercedes Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The hydraulic power steering return line hoses may detach and cause hydraulic fluid to leak.

Safety consequence

A hydraulic fluid leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will install a screw-type clamp, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 28, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is NV3LETULPX.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

NHTSA #21V237000

Reported April 5, 2021 · Daimler Vans USA, LLC

Potentially affected: 1 vehicles

Defect description

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling one 2019 Mercedes Benz Sprinter vehicle. The VIN number listed on the vehicle's dash board, certification label, and body-in-white do not match. As such, this vehicle fails to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."

Safety consequence

The consumer may not receive information about open safety-recall campaigns, increasing the risk of injury, a crash, or fire.

Manufacturer remedy

DVUSA will notify the owner, and a dealer will replace the VIN listed on the vehicle's dash board and certification label, free of charge. The recall began May 11, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3VINCHA.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

NHTSA #20V756000

Reported December 8, 2020 · Daimler Vans USA, LLC

Potentially affected: 9 vehicles

Defect description

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes Benz Sprinter vehicles. These vehicles may have been delivered with a version of the printed and digital operator's manual that may be inaccurate and/or incomplete.

Safety consequence

If the operator relies on the provided owner's manual, the information about vehicle functions and other safety relevant information may be inaccurate and/or incomplete, which could lead to improper operation of the vehicle and potentially increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Manufacturer remedy

DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the printed version of the operator's manual with the latest version and update the software of the digital version, free of charge. DVUSA distributed owners an interim notification on January 22, 2021. The recall began March 17, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3PRIDIBA.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

NHTSA #20V453000

Reported August 4, 2020 · Daimler Vans USA, LLC

Potentially affected: 46 vehicles

Defect description

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The affected Sprinter vehicles from platform 907 (VS30) might have an open port on the fuel delivery module (fuel pump).

Safety consequence

An open port on the fuel pump module may result in fuel leaking onto the roadway, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will check for the additional nozzle on the fuel pump and install a closure onto the nozzle as needed, free of charge. The recall began September 18, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is VS3KRASTUF.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

SUSPENSION:REAR

NHTSA #20V427000

Reported July 27, 2020 · Daimler Vans USA, LLC

Potentially affected: 4 vehicles

Defect description

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes Benz Sprinter vehicles. The chassis may be missing the additional stabilization required for its cargo capacity. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."

Safety consequence

If the vehicle is operated without the additional stabilization, vehicle handling could be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will upgrade the chassis by replacing the stabilizer bar on the front axle and replacing shock absorbers and installing a stabilizer bar on the rear axle, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on September 18, 2020. The recall began October 1, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3FAHRBA.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:LEAF

NHTSA #20V426000

Reported July 27, 2020 · Daimler Vans USA, LLC

Potentially affected: 26 vehicles

Defect description

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The incorrect leaf spring shims may have been installed between the rear axle and the leaf springs possibly affecting the vehicle's handling. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."

Safety consequence

The incorrect leaf spring shims may negatively affect vehicle handling, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the leaf spring shims on both sides, renew the spring brackets, check the rubber buffers for wear, renewing them if necessary, and adjust the headlamps, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on September 18, 2020. The recall began October 1, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3LEFSPRI.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

SEATS

NHTSA #20V322000

Reported June 3, 2020 · Daimler Vans USA, LLC

Potentially affected: 11,013 vehicles

Defect description

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Spinter vans (platform 970 (VS30)), equipped with swivel seats. The wiring harnesses for the front seats may have been routed incorrectly and could become jammed and damaged in the swivel seat frames.

Safety consequence

If the wiring harness is damaged, the side air bag within the seat may deploy inadvertently or not deploy as designed in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.

Manufacturer remedy

DVUSA will notify owners, and an authorized Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealer will inspect the wire harness routing for both front seats and will repair the wiring and add clips or cable ties as needed, free of charge. The recall began August 24, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3DREHSIK.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

NHTSA #20V180000

Reported March 26, 2020 · Daimler Vans USA, LLC

Potentially affected: 52,127 vehicles

Defect description

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Freightliner Sprinter and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. The Operator's Manual may not contain the correct information about how the automatic parking function ("Auto-P") operates.

Safety consequence

If the driver relies on the Auto-P function as described in the Operator's Manual, vehicle rollaway or movement may occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

DVUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealers will provide the correct description of the Auto-P function for the Operator's Manual, free of charge. The recall began May 18, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3BAUTOP.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

NHTSA #20V181000

Reported March 25, 2020 · Daimler Vans USA, LLC

Potentially affected: 48,791 vehicles

Defect description

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Freightliner Sprinter and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. The rear part of the fender liner on the front axle may contact and chafe the brake hose, possibly resulting in a loss of brake fluid.

Safety consequence

Loss of brake fluid can extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

DVUSA will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealers will inspect and replace the brake hoses, as necessary. Additionally, the fender liners will be modified. All services will be performed free of charge. The recall began May 8, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3BRADVER.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #19V908000

Reported December 19, 2019 · Daimler Vans USA, LLC

Potentially affected: 183 vehicles

Defect description

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The lashing rails on the side walls may not have been properly installed, possibly resulting in the lashing rails detaching.

Safety consequence

If the lashing rails disconnect, the cargo could become unsecured, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will correctly affix the lashing rails to the side walls, free of charge. DVUSA issued owners an interim notification on February 7, 2020. The recall began April 15, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3ZUSCHI.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:FOG LIGHTS

NHTSA #19V121000

Reported February 22, 2019 · Daimler Vans USA, LLC

Potentially affected: 1,197 vehicles

Defect description

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter VS30 vehicles equipped with LED rear fog lights. The lights may not illuminate, despite the rear fog light switch being turned on.

Safety consequence

The lack of functioning rear fog lamps prevents the enhanced visibility of the vehicle to other drivers on the road, increasing the risk of crash.

Manufacturer remedy

DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the software settings of the control unit body controller, free of charge. The recall began April 18, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT SECTOR

NHTSA #19V070000

Reported January 31, 2019 · Daimler Vans USA, LLC

Potentially affected: 4,358 vehicles

DO NOT DRIVE — NHTSA has issued a park-it order on this recall. Contact a Mercedes Benz dealer immediately.

Defect description

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (Daimler Vans) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter VS30 vehicles. The steering shaft that connects to the steering gear may disconnect without warning.

Safety consequence

The steering shaft disconnecting from the steering gear can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Daimler Vans will notify owners, advising them to stop driving the vehicle immediately. Dealers will inspect the bolts connecting the steering shaft to the steering gear, fully tightening and/or adjusting them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 15, 2019. Owners may contact Daimler Van's customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Daimler Van's number for this recall is 2019010006.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Other Mercedes Benz SPRINTER (VS30) model years

Check your 2019 Mercedes Benz SPRINTER (VS30) VIN

Not every recall applies to every VIN in a given year. Enter the 17-character VIN from your Mercedes Benz SPRINTER (VS30) at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your specific vehicle has an unrepaired recall.

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