The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued the following recalls:
DAIMLER VANS USA
VIN Label Incorrect
The consumer may not receive information about open safety-recall campaigns, increasing the risk of injury, a crash or fire.
Potential Number of Units Affected: 1
Daimler Vans USA is recalling one 2019 Mercedes Benz Sprinter vehicle. The VIN number listed on the vehicle’s dashboard, certification label, and body-in-white do not match. As such, this vehicle fails to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 567, “Certification.”
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 is expected to begin May 24, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA’s number for this recall is VS3VINCHA.
Hydraulic Power Steering Hoses May Detach
A hydraulic fluid leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Potential Number of Units Affected: 4,444
Daimler Vans USA 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.
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will install a screw-type clamp, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 7, 2021. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA’s number for this recall is NV3LETULPX.
KEYSTONE RV
Spare Tire Carrier Mounted Incorrect Location
A taillight not visible to other drivers increases the risk of a crash.
Potential Number of Units Affected: 233
Keystone RV is recalling certain 2021 Passport 282QB trailers equipped with a rear compartment door. The spare tire is mounted to the rear wall in a way that obstructs the view of the left taillight.
Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the spare, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 4, 2021. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone’s number for this recall is 21-405.
Door Fasteners Can Strip Allowing Door to Detach
The stripped fasteners can pull out of the frame, detaching the rear door and increasing the risk of injury.
Potential Number of Units Affected: 110
Keystone RV is recalling 2020-2021 Dutchmen Aspen Trail 2760THS, 3250THS and 3251THS trailers. The ramp door fasteners may be installed improperly causing them to strip.
Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the hinge fasteners and add nuts with a lock washer, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 4, 2021. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone’s number for this recall is 21-404.
Incorrect Crank Handle on Egress Window
An incorrect handle may make it difficult to open the window in an emergency, increasing the risk of injury.
Potential Number of Units Affected: 216
Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crank handle, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 4, 2021. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone’s number for this recall is 21-407.
