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Vehicle recall 19V665000 · September 18, 2019

Freightliner Sprinter 1500, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 and 6 more models

The screw connection on the upper hood catch may have been improperly tightened.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The screw connection on the upper hood catch may have been improperly tightened. As a result, factors such as the vehicle's speed, wind resistance and road conditions may cause the hood to open while the vehicle is being driven.
Consequence
A hood that opens while driving can reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the screw connection, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2019. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3HAUBOSS.
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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
19V665000
Reported to NHTSA
September 18, 2019
Filed by
Daimler Vans USA, LLC
Manufacturer campaign
VS3HAUBOSS
Owner notification
November 1, 2019
Vehicles potentially affected
5,626
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Latches/locks/linkages › Hood › Latch
Recall 19V665000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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